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John Zielinski Obituary
John J. Zielinski, 84, of Endwell, passed away peacefully Wednesday February 24, 2016. He was pre deceased by a daughter Nancy, and a sister Magdalene Wascalus. He is survived by his wife Alberta, a son and daughter-in-law John P. (Zoe Ann) Zielinski, three daughter and sons-in-laws Teresa (Carmen) Mortise; Kathy (Dave) Reist; and JoAnne (Carl) Cichetti; seven grandchildren Meghann Boyd, Caroline Reist, Joe Reist, John Tyler Shea, Jamie Zielinski, Zachary Zielinski, and Michael Cichetti; two great grandchildren Victoria and Grace Boyd. John was a graduate of Penn State University, and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a former employee of General Electric, Johnson City, and I.B.M. Glendale, and member of its Quarter Century Club. He also was a volunteer fireman at O.L. Davis Endwell, and was a member of St. Joesph's Church Endicott. John loved to play softball, volleyball, go bowling, and Polka dance listening to Bill Flynn. The family would like to thank John's caretakers, Fay, Ty and Pat. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 10 am at St. Joseph's Church 207 Hayes Ave Endicott. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. The family will receive friends at church on Saturday from 9 am until mass time. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to Alzheimer's Association Central New York 441 West Kirkpatrick Street Syracuse, NY 13204.
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Stu & Marion Tillis
February 20, 2024
We think often and fondly about our 'group times' with Zielinskis, together with the Castners and Noldys. John was always full of energy and always the ringleader of the good times. Stu & Marion T
March 5, 2016
Sincerest condolences to the Zielinski Family. We have a lifetime of memories with Alberta and John. We were very saddened to hear of his passing. His journey is over, may he rest in peace. Connie and Bing Schuster & Family
February 28, 2016
so sorry to see.... Prayers and thoughts are with you all...Love you
Nancy Wheeler
February 27, 2016
JoAnne and Family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Zielinski. He was the patriarch of a wonderful family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Larry Roma
February 27, 2016
Dear Terry and Family,
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences for you and your entire family. I too lost a parent recently to Alzheimer's and I know how very hurtful this disease is to loved ones.
Best,
Larry Roma
Jim & Marci Kalka
February 27, 2016
Our hearts go out to Alberta and family at this time of great loss. We knew John as a kind and gentle man from our days with the local polka clubs. RIP JOHN
February 27, 2016
Dear John, Zoeann and all of your family,
So very sorry for your loss. May God Bless you now and always and keep you strong.
Janine and Brian Neureuter
February 26, 2016
We've lost a very special friend. Alberta and family - we send our love and condolences. So sorry we can't be there at this time. Stu & Marion
Jim and Linda Tofte
February 26, 2016
John, Zoanne, Jamie,Zachary, and Family,
Heartfelt condolences on your Dad's passing. Always enjoyed watching sports with him and seeing how much he treasured watching his grandchildren participate. You are all in our prayers.
Susan Ferencik Parvin
February 26, 2016
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. I so enjoyed seeing Mr. Zielinski at Endwell Family and know he and Nancy are united with our heavenly Father. God Bless.
February 26, 2016
The ZZZZZZ's, God Bless. Bernie ,El
Charlie & tote Naperski
February 25, 2016
Dear John,miss you already peace be with you your friend Charlie nap
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