Fredrick D Zalewski

1939 ∼ 2018

Fredrick D Zalewski
Fredrick D. Zalewski, 79, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2018, at Kenosha Hospital surrounded by his family. Fred was born in Wausau, WI, on September 4, 1939. He was the son of Irene and Ben Zalewski. Fred was educated in Mosinee, WI. Fred came to Kenosha for work at (then) American Motors as a machinist. He also worked at Holmes Manufacturing. After retiring from Holmes Manufacturing, he owned and operated the gun shop Eagle Trading Company before retiring completely in 2014. In his own words, Fred “lived a life beyond his dreams and imagination.” He had an early career in drag racing, was featured several times in Hot Rod Magazine, and was inducted into the Union Grove Dragway Hall of Fame. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, gun collector, and avid story-teller. Fred married Shirley Wysocki in 1960 and they had three children: Jeffrey, Jacqueline, and Yvonne. His son Jeffrey R. Zalewski preceded Fredrick in death. Fred is survived by his wife Shirley and daughters Jacqueline and Yvonne and their spouses Anteaus Rezba and Russell Stollenwerk and his siblings Dolores Kromka (Boonton NJ), Kenneth Zalewski (Stevens Point WI), and Sally Bushman (Knoxville TN). Fred is also survived by many nephews and nieces. Funeral arrangements for Fredrick D. Zalewski are private.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetPhone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Fred’s Online Memorial Book At:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Jacki and Gary Gburek December 26, 2018
Gary and I send our deepest sympathies to the Zalewski family. Fond memories of Fred and his crew out at the hunting shack. Prayers for peace.
Alfred Gburek December 24, 2018
God bless you Fred on your journey to the heavens. Fred, his parents and family up here in mid Wisconsin were and are some of my favorite people. R I P, Big Guy.
Chuck Gburek December 24, 2018
Best friend I had growing up into adulthood. Many fond memories and good times. He is and will be missed. Best wishes to Shirley and Girls. Chuck and Audrey Gburek
Lisa Gburek Cherek December 24, 2018
Many fond memories of Freddy growing up. He was a great friend to my parents, David and Sandy Gburek. Deepest condolences and many prayers to the Zalewski Family
Tonya perkins December 20, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family. i hope the promise at John 5:28, 29 brings you comfort.
Ramona Dodge December 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss, Fred has always been a great guy, thankful that I was able to know him and he and Shirley are wonderful godparents to Jennifer.