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Kay Zalewski Obituary
70, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on April 6, 2011. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Kay was born in Chicago, IL on July 18, 1940, to John and Bernice Engleman. She married Richard (Dick) Zalewski on July 25, 1959. Kay played "straight man" to Dick for over 52 years. She was a devoted follower of St. Jude and believed he answered her prayers. Kay is survived by her husband, Dick; daughter Christine (Mike) Gionet of Phoenix; sons Michael (Aggie) of Two Rivers, WI, Paul (Sheila) of Corona, CA, and Cyril of Phoenix; grandchildren Andy, Jimmy, Luke and Sami Joe Zalewski (Two Rivers, WI), and Mindy Gionet (Phoenix, AZ); sisters Barbara Hoffmann (Chicago, IL), Ruth (Jim) Becker and Fran Bock (Naperville, IL); brother Jack Engleman (Manitou Springs, CO); nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services to be held Monday, April 11, 2011, at Greer Wilson Funeral Home, 5921 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix. Visitation from noon to 2 p.m. with memorial service to follow. In lieu of flowers, Kay requested donations be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kay Zalewski
Tim, Laura & Henry Morriss
April 12, 2011
We'll always remember Aunt Kay for her great sense of humor. We'll especially remember her every time Henry wipes his hands clean on our shirts, as Aunt Kay taught him!
Debi Gill
April 11, 2011
You will surely be missed. The angel's in heaven are now holding you and I know you are looking down on us and will always watch over us. Your smile, laughter and personality will be something that I will always remember you by. You have touched my life and I will miss you. Rest in peace.
Paula Gionet
April 11, 2011
This world will never be the same without you. Now your work begins in Heaven. May your Angel wings keep all of us protected and guided. We will all miss you so much Kay.
Betsy Cariello
April 9, 2011
Kay was a wonderful person. She always had an upbeat attitude even in times of trial. What a wonderful pleasure I had working with Kay for 15 years. Everyday Kay would say "I love my job" and go about whatever needed to be done, always with a smile. Kay loved her family and boasted about her beautiful children and grandchildren. She loved her husband Dick dearly, and they were always a perfect example of a good marriage that inspired others. Kay will be missed by all, but never forgotten. May she smile down upon all of us and my we find peace in knowing she loves where she is and is no longer in physical pain. God Bless Kay and her family in their loss. I will never forget Kay!
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