James Zielske's Obituary
Big Rapids - James Alan "Jim" Zielske, 56, of Big Rapids passed away Friday, July 5, 2013 as a result of accidental injuries. He was born January 19, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Richard E. and Grace (Hinz) Zielske. Jim was very active in the Big Rapids community particularly with Big Rapids Public Schools. He loved riding his motorcycle, farming and fishing with his brothers. He is survived by wife, Elizabeth, one daughter, Elizabeth, his mother Grace, six brothers and sisters, Richard and Paul Zielske, Julie Peffer, Amy Zielske, Luanne Rogers and Ruth Ann Feller and of course his dear pets, Abby and Daisy. Special thanks to Harriet and Don Flannigan, Carlene Templeton, Paul Porter, nephew Aarron Franklin, Linda Southwood and Curt Reams. A memorial service for Jim will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 13, 2013 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church with Pastor John Bookshaw officiating. Jim's family will greet friends at the church beginning at 10:00 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation in memory of Jim's father. Arrangements are by Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids.
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