Theodore A. Zielesch

Theodore A. Zielesch obituary, Holly, MI

Theodore A. Zielesch

Theodore Zielesch Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dryer Funeral Home, Inc. on Mar. 22, 2025.

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Theodore Arthur Zielesch, age 91, of Holly, MI died on March 14, 2025. He was born in Fairfield, CA on March 11, 1934, to his parents William and Leona (Charters) Zielesch. Theodore spent most of his life living in California and spent the last 25 years of his life in Michigan. He was a fisherman, craftsman, and a history buff. He loved historical biographies, Zane Grey novels, and Tess Gerritsen mysteries. Most of all Theodore loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, holding a special place in his heart for his great-granddaughters. He is survived by his children; David (Dorothy) Zielesch and Jeffrey (Michelle) Zielesch, grandchildren; Jeffrey Zielesch Jr., Theodore (Stephanie) Zielesch and Anna (Brett) Tyler, great-grandchildren; Natalie Zielesch, Emily Zielesch, Leon Tyler, Henry Tyler and Elaine Tyler and his brother George (Sharon) Zielesch, daughter-in-law Robin (Mark) Zielesch. He was preceded in death by his wife Charlene Zielesch, children; Mark Zielesch and Peter Zielesch, parents William and Leona, siblings; William (Ethel) Zielesch, Fred (Evelyn) Zielesch and Linda (Raymond) Ball and great-grandchild Robert Zielesch. Theodore will be greatly missed by many extended family and friends. www.dryerfuneralhomeholly.com

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