Robert Francis Zielinski

Bob Zielinski, 73, of Louisville passed away Saturday August 10th at Norton Suburban Hospital. A true warrior, Bob finished his heroic 16-month battle with cancer peacefully, with his loving wife and children at his side.

Bob was a 1961 graduate of the US Military Academy at West Point, a decorated Army Engineer Officer, and a Viet Nam veteran.

Bob was very actively involved in his community, serving many years as Louisville's Thomas Edison at public and local school events. He also loved community theater, starring in many local productions. Most recently, he was a successful director of 2 plays: " Something to Hide" at Little Colonel Playhouse, and "Harvey' at Shelby County Community Theatre.

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Betty, his mother Julia, daughter Julie Zielinski Gabis (Ed), son Rob (Amber), brothers Richard (Lana) and Andy, and 6 grandchildren (Ben, Cameron and Nicholas, Lara, Ellen, and Chris). He was preceded in death by his father Frank and sister Nancy.

Visitation will be held 3-6 pm Saturday, August. 17th at Arch L. Heady Westport Village, 7410 Westport Road. There will be a graveside service at Noon, on Monday at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central.

In lieu of flowers, please donate funds, time or materials to one of Bob's favorite theaters: Little Colonel Players, Shelby County Community Theatre, or Pandora Productions.