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Kenneth Zalga Obituary

Kenneth P. Zalga, age 74, U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam Veteran. Beloved husband for 49 years to Carol, nee Hager. Loving father of Michelle Zalga and Kevin (Carrie) Zalga. Cherished grandfather of Anna, Hannah, Kole, Ruby and Ethan. Dear brother of Lillian Mallstrom, Diana Whelan and the late John Zalga. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday, February 6, 2021 at All Saints Lutheran Church, 13350 S. LaGrange Rd., Orland Park, IL 60462 from 1-4 p.m. with a Private Memorial Service to follow at 4:00 p.m. To uphold safety guidelines, all guests are asked to wear a mask and respect social distancing requirements. While this service is limited to Ken's immediate family, a live-stream will be available. Please visit Ken's Obituary on Colonial Chapel's web-site at colonialchapel.com to view the live-stream of the Funeral Service. The link will be posted shortly. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to All Saints Lutheran Church are appreciated. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 3, 2021.

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joey fisher

February 6, 2021

Kenny was a childhood friend we lived 3 doors from each other on Longwood. We played in the park across the street all summer long.Kenny was the original Fonzie before the tv Fonzie ever appeared.Even though we did not see each other much in our later lives-I always considered Kenny a great friend.My wife and I are down in Florida now-so sorry for your loss.

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Maureen (Reenie) Hagen

February 3, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with you and my family.

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