ielinski Kenneth Allen Zielinski, 66, of Aurora, Mo., passed away on November 10, 2025, at Ascend in Aurora.

He was born on September 7, 1959, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Donald and Rosemary (Hilliard) Zielinski, who preceded him in death.

Also preceding him in death in death was his late wife, Ginger; one son, Robert Zielinski; one brother Daniel Zielinski, and one brother-in-law Todd Fountaine.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy Zielinski; one son, Cody Zielinski and his wife Jessica, and their children of Republic; one granddaughter, and her mother, Jennifer Douglas, of Springfield; one brother, Karl Zielinski and his wife Rachell of Milwaukee, Wis.; four sisters, Christine Fountaine of Milwaukee, Wis., Donna Thomas and her husband Paul, of Merril, Wis., Cindy Wade and her husband Shane, of Jefferson, Wis., and Melinda Jung, of Hustisford, Wis.; several nieces and nephews; and one sister in law, Perrin Zielinski of Milwaukee, Wis.

After proudly serving his country in the United States Marine Corps, he spent many years as a truck driver before following his true passion working with animals. Alongside his wife, he owned and operated Zielinski Chocolate Labs and K & GZ Heelers, where together they raised and trained dogs to serve as therapy and service companions.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at White Funeral Home and Crematory with Pastor John Hile officiating.

Interment took place at Oak Hill Cemetery in Cassville, with military honors rendered by the United States Marine Corps.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project and entrusted to White Funeral Home and Crematory.

Service arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home and Crematory in Cassville, Mo.