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Douglas Zalesky Obituary

Zalesky, Douglas Edward age 50, beloved husband of Nancy (nee Madden), loving father of Danny, Carla, Juliana, and Gina, dear son of Rita and the late Edward W. Zalesky, loving brother of Jane (Lon) Marseo and Monica (Doug) Goldsmith, son-in-law of Diana Madden (Ralph McKee), brother-in-law of Anne (Geoff) Gummersall, John M. Jr. (Holly) Madden, Diana (Peter) Adams, Bill (Lynne) Madden, Michael Finley Madden, David (Ann) Harvey, and the late Katheryn Harvey, uncle of Kayanne, Ginny, Gwen, Glory, David, John, Mary, Tommy, Eddie, Sam, Amy, Katheryn, John III, Christa, Melissa, Carrie, Laura, Peter, Faith, Mikey, Jacquelyn, Demi, Kaylie, and Megan. "We love you dad, you're the best dad in the world", (Danny, Carla, Juliana, and Gina). "To my sweetie, Doug, you're my everything" (Nancy). Visitation Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Rd., Skokie. Funeral Mass Monday, 10:00 a.m. at Saint Francis Xavier Church, 9th St. and Linden Ave., Wilmette. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Northbrook. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Douglas Zalesky Children's Fund, c/o North Shore Community Bank, 1145 Wilmette Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091. Info: 847-675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 26 to Sep. 27, 2009.

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Antonio Morel

February 25, 2010

Nancy, Me enteres de la trajedia noticia. Lo siento TANTO, me duele el corazon por ti Y tu familia.
Sinceramente,
Tony

laura camacho

November 23, 2009

Nancy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I miss you. If there is anything that I can do for you please let me know. Laura Camacho

November 10, 2009

Nancy:

I am so deeply sorry and I am praying for you and the kids always.

Jolanda Schwarz, Hinsdale, Illinois

Kurt Eckhardt

October 28, 2009

Though a year older than me, I had the privilege of knowing Doug from Hardy Prep, Loyola Academy and then the Chicago Board of Trade. I am stunned and grieved by Doug's passing.

Nancy, You and the children are in my prayers.

Beth Zanarini

October 13, 2009

Dear Nancy,
I am so sad to hear about Doug. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you during this difficult time. Until I see you next, I wish you comfort from the love of your friends and family and all us of us who care about you.

colleen flannery/janesku

October 10, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Scott Baldwin

October 2, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Janet Polydoris Etchie

September 30, 2009

Nancy - I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and deepest sympathies are with you and your family.

Nancy Riddle

September 30, 2009

Nancy,
I just heard. I know I haven't seen you in awhile, but wanted to let you know how sorry I am. You are in my constant thoughts. Please let me know how I can help.

Susan Hall

September 29, 2009

Dear Nancy and family,
We are very sad.Our heart goes out to you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
May your memories of Doug bring you comfort.
Love Dale&Susan Hall

The Ziakas Family

September 29, 2009

Nancy, Danny, Carla, Juliana, and lil Gina,

No words will ease your pain. But please know that your hockey family has you in their prayers and thoughts. Wishing you peace and guidance in these tough times.

Love and Prayers,
The Ziakas'
Perry, Teresa, Austin and Aryana

Roxanne Bigoness

September 29, 2009

Nancy, Jack, Kayla, Keegan ,Shane and I are deep in prayer for you We love you and your family so much. We will always remember Doug's beautiful smile and are so saddened by his loss He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. We will be with you and your family even though we are so far away We love you

Kirk Steinhaus

September 29, 2009

Nancy,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. I fell ill Sunday and was unable to convey my condolences at the wake, or attend the services. Be assured our prayers are with you and the kids. Feel free to contact me if you need something.

Bob Killian

September 29, 2009

Nancy:

Everyone in our office loved working with Doug, and we are shocked and saddened by his loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to your and your family.

Rev. Sarah Butter

September 29, 2009

Dear Zalesky family,

You have many friends who mourn with you in this congregation. First Presbyterian Church holds you in prayer. By God's grace, may there be comfort and strength as wide as the grief and pain are deep.

September 28, 2009

Nancy,

Mark and I are so sad to hear about Doug. Our hearts go out to you, the kids and all of your family. We are out of town and deeply regret we could not be there for Dougs services. Our hearts are truly heavy.

Mark & Eileen McNabola

erik paul

September 28, 2009

to the zalesky family.

my deepest condolences during this difficult time.
doug was a former boss earlier in my trading career & i learned a great deal from him. his knowledge & wisdom of one of the most challenging careers a person can choose will never be forgotten.
may he rest in eternal peace.

-erik paul leff-

September 28, 2009

Dear Nancy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. May God's grace be with you and your children. All our love. Odie and Susan Remien

September 28, 2009

Nancy,
So sorry to hear about Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. God bless you all.
Barb & Bill Hoerter

September 28, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. You all will be in the my prayers.

Patrick Pfohl

John Texidor

September 28, 2009

So very sorry to hear about Doug. Lincolnwood seems so long ago, and so far away, but the memories will always be strong. So will the memories of all of us playing together, and of course of Doug. My prayers are with all of you.

Kevin Murphy

September 28, 2009

To the Zalesky Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Doug's sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Kevin & Meg Murphy

September 28, 2009

Nancy and family, We are so sorry for you lose. You are all be in my prayers. My deepest sympathy. Pat Marseo

Leslie Boyle

September 28, 2009

Dear Nancy and Family~

We were so very stunned to hear the news about Doug. Our hearts are heavy with sadness. Let God carry you. We love you. Please call if you need anything...esp. sitters. Kathleen and Charlotte are both available.
Fondly with Love,
Leslie, Elizabeth, Kathleen and Charlotte

Chris (Hargett) Conroy

September 28, 2009

Nancy,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Surrounded by your children, family and friends, I pray you find comfort from them now and in the days to come.

September 27, 2009

to nancy and children,
my name is richard corbett and i trade at e-local. we went to a backyard party you had and enjoyed it so much. we are so sad to hear about doug. our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. may god bless you all.
richard and isabel corbett and family.

September 27, 2009

Nancy, Doug was always my fun "go to" guy. I love you and your family with all my heart. I will always be there for you and the kids. xoxo, mindy

Jay Brahin

September 27, 2009

Dear Nancy,
it was with great shock and sadness that I heard about Doug. I am at loss for words to put any perspective on this. We go back almost 30 years and I can only think of all the wonderful times and laughs we had. I remember the ski trip Doug and I took when he really fell hard for you and even flew you out to ski with us. And I'm sorry I led you down that expert run although you handled it like a champ. I have you and the kids in my heart. I thought about you guys everytime I drove past your street. I'll call you soon.

Jay Brahin

Rita & Kurt Raggi

September 27, 2009

Nancy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Leann Parkinson

September 27, 2009

Jane, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Doug. You and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Leann (Gleasner) Parkinson

Tannen Maury

September 27, 2009

Nancy - We are so sorry to hear about Doug and will hold you and the children in our prayers. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to ask.
Tannen, Cyndee, Chrissa & Andre

Sherri Ramsey

September 27, 2009

Nancy,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, and we pray that you can find comfort and strength from those around you. Also know that we are here to help in any way.

Sincerely,
The Ramsey Family

Barbara Berger Maes

September 27, 2009

Dear Nancy and family, so many good times together. We will hold those moments forever. Back to dating in Chicago 20+ years ago to our most treasured trip to Utah with Trish and Frank. Doug (and of course you Nance) pushed me to my limit skiing. The three of us cried with LAUGHTER as we made our way down that mountain in the dark after visiting with Elaine! That day was truly one of the BEST days of my life! Just know that I will be home soon. We love you, Barb & Luc Maes

Barbara Berger Maes

September 26, 2009

Dear Nancy and family, Luc and I truly loved Doug! Many memories...Thoughts of dinners together 20 + years ago in Chicago to the most cherished trip to Utah with you two and Trish and Frank. A wild and crazy memory of you and Doug and I skiing down the mountain in the dark after our visit with Elaine! My heart broke when I spoke to you yesterday Nance. Just know I will be there soon. We will miss Doug...We love you, Barb & Luc Maes

Diane McKee

September 26, 2009

Dear Nancy and Family,
My prays are with all of you during this sad time. If there is anything you need, please do not hesitate to call me at 847-251-6222 or 248-935-2943. I have gone through this kind of loss; I know you will get through these tragic days because you have love all around you. Don't try to do it alone because God has surrounded you with loving people who want to be there for you.
My thoughts are with all of you,
Diane McKee

September 26, 2009

Our kindest condolences to Nancy and Danny and the other children. Your former teamate family Chris Majkowski Kathy Mark and Scott.

September 26, 2009

Dear Rita, Nancy, & Jane,

We are so sorry to hear about Doug. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. God will guide you through this time. We Love you!

Marc, Kristen, Michael and Jacob Marseo

Maggie Crane and Children

September 26, 2009

Dear Nancy and Children~
Please know the Crane family has you in our thoughts and prayers. Doug was always so very kind to my Jimmy, and what happy memories he has of spending days on end at your house around the pool!

To Danny and Carla~ Please count on Jimmy and Jack for support. As they recently lost their dad, I think you can all help each other.

September 26, 2009

Nancy-

Thinking of you and your family constantly and praying for you. I am so sorry to hear this news. Lean on your support of family and friends as much as you can and know we love you.

Love,
Andi (Cavalier)

Richard Giometti

September 26, 2009

Aunt Rita, Nancy, Jane and Monica,

I am so sad to hear about Doug. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

April and I will be sending a donation to the Children's Fund.

I will never forget the great times Doug and I had growing up together especially the holidays at the Lincolnwood home. It is a cherished memory I re-live every holiday season.

Love,

Rick

September 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. May God guide you through this time. Louise Jaunich

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