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JOAN ZIELINSKI Obituary

Dr. Joan Zielinski, of Lake Forest, IL, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Dec. 13, 2012. She was born in New Bedford, MA, and went on to receive her higher education from Emmanuel College, UCLA and University of Sydney, where she received her Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate degrees, respectively. She was the Executive Director of the New Jersey Lottery and she taught marketing at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Zielinski was also a marketing professor at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University where she received numerous awards for outstanding teaching. In 2005, she led a very successful fundraising effort for the March of Dimes. She will always be remembered for eloquence and quick wit as well as her love for the arts and travel where she utilized her mastery of five languages. She is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Dr. Peter A. Alsberg; and her two daughters, the prides of her life, Marisa and Sasha Alsberg. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart. Visitation from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday Dec. 15, 2012, at Wenban Funeral Home, 320 E. Vine Avenue, Lake Forest, IL. Funeral Service at 1 p.m., Sunday, at Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart, 760 E. Westleigh Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045. To submit online condolences or for information please visit www.wenbanfh.com or call Wenban Funeral Home, Lake Forest, IL. 847-234-0022

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Dec. 14 to Dec. 15, 2012.

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Peter Meyers

December 28, 2012

I only knew Joan a few years. We met on a plane and engaged in such wonderful conversations about politics of the day, family, business, and other matters of importance that we knew we had to keep In touch We had a few quick meals with each other over the years and I had no idea she was ill until I read this. my last text from her was on election night where we celebrated the senate victory of Elizabeth warren. She was a truly delightful brilliant and fun person who I will miss from my life. My thoughts are with her husband and daughters who she adored with all her big heart. Peter R Meyers

Bonnie Lee Kendrigan

December 22, 2012

I went to Bishop Stang High School with Joan. My memory of her is one of profound intelligence and of being such a sweet human being. I was shocked to learn of her passing and would like to extend heartfelt sadness and prayers for her husband and two daughters. Stay strong. May God Bless you with the gift of wonderful memories. I read recently, from a book on Medjugorje, whereby the visionaries said that when we pray for those who have passed that they can actually see us. She is with you.
With sympathy,
Bonnie Lee (England) Kendrigan '66

Linda

December 21, 2012

My condolences to the family. May "the God of all comfort" be with you during your time of sorrow. 2 Cor. 1:3

Jeremy Gross

December 15, 2012

Joan was my stepmother from her second marriage. Her profound intelligence was an inspiration to me, and watching her progress in academia inspired me to do Doctoral work in mathematics. Her easy grasp of technology encouraged me to learn about computers, and led me to my current career building medical data systems. It was always Joan's desire to be a mother. I am so delighted that she was able to have two daughters. I would like to extend to them, and to their father, my deepest sympathies for their loss, especially so close to her upcoming birthday.

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