Carolyn A. Zielinski

Carolyn A. Zielinski, of Sterling Heights, passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022 at the age of 74. She was born May 19, 1947 in Detroit, Michigan to Stanley and Evelyn Morys. Carolyn grew up in Detroit and attended St. Florian High School and graduated in 1965. She went on to Madonna College and earned her Bachelor's of Science Degree and became a Registered Nurse. She had a passion to take care of people but working in the hospital wasn't the perfect fit for her. She went back to school and earned her Master's Degree in Education from the University of Michigan and became a teacher. She started off her teaching career in the Fraser School District and knew she found her calling. Through the years she also taught in Warren and St. Clair Shores. Helping to shape young people's futures was quite rewarding for Carolyn. She eventually returned to Fraser and finished out her teaching career right where she started and was most comfortable. Carolyn didn't have many hobbies, but the ones she had she took very seriously and enjoyed very much. Her family was her number one hobby. She loved to be with her family. She married her husband Robert 53 years ago and to this union they were blessed with 2 children and three grandchildren. Raising her children and watching them grow up and have families of their own made her very proud. When the grandchildren arrived she enjoyed spending as much time with them as possible. Many memories were made through the years and will remain in the hearts of those left to carry on her legacy. Her other passion and number 2 hobby was shopping. Carolyn loved to shop. When her health started to decline and mobility became a factor she didn't let that stop her. Her computer and online shopping became the next best thing. Carolyn is survived by her beloved husband, Bob of 53 years. Loving mother of Rob and Kim (Erik) Wandrie. Precious grandma of Emily and Melissa Zielinski and Austin Wandrie. Dear sister of Kathy and Gloria. Special aunt of Ryan, Danielle, Lindsey, Jeremy and the late Jamie. Due to the rising COVID concerns, services at this time are private and the family will announce a Memorial Service for Carolyn in the future. Donations in Carolyn's memory may be addressed to the Society of the Little Flower online at www.littleflower.org or by mail at: Society of the Little Flower, 1313 N. Frontage Road, Darien, Illinois 60561-5340

Carolyn A. Zielinski

May 19, 1947 - January 2, 2022