Joan Frances Zilka Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Joan Frances Zilka (Minneapolis, Minnesota), born in Flensburg, Minnesota, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Joan left this world on October 6, 2025 at the age of 90, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Joan Frances Zilka or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Cyril Zilkoski and Frances Zilkoski; and her siblings, Violet Schneider, Lorraine Miller, Laverne Schneider, Bernie Lyons Gruber, Carol Theis, John Zilkoski, Alice Muncy and Sharon Kirchner.
She is survived by: her friend Eddie; her husband Edward; her children, Kim Kelzenberg (Randy), Brian, Joann Zilka, Brad and Prudence Zilka; her grandchildren, Erik, Andria, Rachel, Ben, Kyle, Emma and Maddie; her sister Betty Gibson; and her siblings-in-law, Dave Kirchner, Marcy Zilkoski and Lorraine Zilka. She is also survived by 2 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 21st 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Church of the Holy Family (5900 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55416). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, October 21st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
