Stephen James Zalinski Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Stephen James Zalinski of Durham, North Carolina, who passed away on May 23, 2026, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Zalinski and Stephanie Zalinski of Chicago, IL; and his brother David Zalinski of Chicago, IL.. He is survived by: his wife Kathleen Zalinski (McBreen); his daughters, Kelly Riely (Tim (Raleigh), Courtney Zalinski of Charleston, SC and Shannon Thomas (Martin (Raleigh); his grandchildren, Connor Riely, Anna Riely, Charlie Thomas and Millie Mac Thomas; and his brother Michael Zalinski of Mount Prospect, IL.

To honor Steve's love of family and passion for tennis, contributions may be made to Duke Children's Hospital or the DePaul University Tennis.