Monica Mary Zielinski

Monica Mary Zielinski (nee Perry) , 57 of Easley, South Carolina, previously of Alden, NY and Sheldon NY, passed away, Sunday, November 24, 2024, after a courageous struggle with cancer. 

On May 25, 1996, she married Kevin Zielinski who has been a devoted, loving partner and best friend in life, and most recently caregiver. 

Monica had a deep passion for flowers and gardening, with her flower gardens in Alden being a source of immense pride. She dedicated countless hours supporting her husband’s catering business. 

Monica had been a caregiver for many elderly people in the past, including her own parents, Nicholas and Mary Perry. Sacrificing her own career to care for them in their final years. Shortly after the passing of her mother, Monica was able to realize her dream of moving to South Carolina but shortly thereafter she received her cancer diagnosis. She faced it with remarkable strength, dignity and a fighting spirit. 

Monica was predeceased by her parents, and two brothers. She is survived by 12 siblings and many nieces and nephews.

The wake will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM at WS Davis Funeral Home. 358 Main Street, Arcade, NY, 14009.

The Mass will be held on Monday, December 9, 2024, at 11:00 AM at John Neumann Parrish at St. Cecilla’s Site, 991 Centerline Road
Strykersville, NY 14145.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of the Foothills, 440 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville, SC 29615.

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