John S. Zelinsky, a lifelong resident of Chesapeake, VA died peacefully April 6th, 2022. Survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jannie (Carter) Zelinsky; son, John F, Zelinksy (Amy); daughter, Kristin C. Gibson; grandchildren: Brianna E. and Brendan A. Gibson; brother, David Zelinsky (Donna), and nieces and nephews. John served in the U.S. Navy as a Seabee and later transitioned over and retired after 37 years from the Government as a Q.A. Specialist. He had many fond memories of his co-workers and traveling for work. John loved orchestra music, eating breakfast out and spending time with friends and family, helping others wherever he could. He had a contagious laugh and a wonderful outlook on life be nobody was a stranger to him. He loved his family unconditionally. He will be greatly missed but not forgotten by family and friends alike. In lieu of flowers please donate a remembrance of him to the American Cancer Society, the Diabetic Association or any charity of your choice. As John wished, there will be no funeral or graveside services. However, there will be a Celebration of Life held at a later date. Any one wishing to attend, please contact the family.
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So very sorry for your loss, I loved me some SKI daddy. He was one my favorite my Supvs in SHOP 17. A man’s man. GOD BLESS YOU SKI, RIP My friend.
Sending hugs and love to Jannie and family. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. He and Jannie were our first friends when Roy and I got married. He was a great guy.
John was a good friend and a faithful, dependable fellow employee at SUPSHIPNN. Sorry for your loss.
May peace and comfort surround all of John’s family and friends in the days to come. May you feel God’s loving arms around you, holding you close. May all of your precious memories become treasures you hold in your heart to see you through as you remember your loved one/friend.
As John’s neighbors we cherished his friendship and our many over-the-fence conversations. We appreciated his help and wisdom and ability to oversee/supervise any project we started and got too deep into without “just the right tool.”
John was always willing to help out however and whenever needed.
May the view from the mountain top be all you ever hoped it would be…until we meet again!
James &Katrina (and family)
*Jannie, as always, we are just a few steps away*
Supper guy, worked with John in Shop 17 ai NNSY, May he R.I.P. my ole friend.
John was a wonderful neighbor. Always had a friendly wave for all passerbys. Will be greatly missed
Always enjoyed working with John when I was in the QA Department. We all referred to him as “Z” man!! Rest in Peace “Z” man!!
Dear Janie and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. John Z was a great man and friend of mine. We share the same birth year and month. I will never forget that voice and infectious laugh. We met when he first came to QA. @ SUPSHIPNN. We shared our family stories with one another. I was assigned to get him familiar with Quality Assurance. He was truly a hard working man and always had his family on his mind. You truly have my deepest condolences. May God give you comfort for such a time as this.
Always,
Joan C. Austin