John W. Zoulek
September 3, 1959 ~ May 8, 2019
Resided in:
Pueblo, Colorado
John W. Zoulek, 59, surrounded by his loving family peacefully joined our Father in heaven on May 8, 2019. He was born on September 3, 1959, in Midland, Mich., the first born son to Jack Zoulek and Jean Petrie, loved and cherished by his devoted wife, Rubi and adoring sons, John Elliott, Jacob William and Jared Everett. He will be greatly missed by his parents and his siblings, Debbie (Marty Carey), Carrie (Bryon Murray), Jerry, Tommy (Gina), Mindy (Bill Joy) and Angie along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles and aunts, as well as, his lifelong friends from East Jordan, Mich. After age five, John would live in East Jordan, Mich. for the next 13 years. He attended Lake Superior State College pursuing a degree in Engineering. A few years later his nuclear industry employment would take him to Texas where he met his beloved wife of more than 28 years. He was a highly respected Engineer working for Ebasco, Raytheon, URS and AECOM making many loyal and lifelong friends. His career allowed his family to live in many states with 16 years in Kennewick, Wash. and six years in Pueblo, Colo. John was an avid hunter, a fisherman, an outdoorsman and he had a farmer's spirit. His most treasured moments were when he could spend time with his sons camping, fishing and hunting. More than anything he cherished the years of watching his sons play soccer and then football and was so proud of each and their own individual talents and later he would relish a unique type of pride as each of his sons declared their wish of pursuing an Engineering degree. He was an amazing husband and loving father. He was kind, generous, religious, loyal, strong, brave and resolute andabove all he loved his family greatly. We know in our hearts that John's pre-deceased nephew, Zachary Zoulek, welcomed his arrival in heaven and that we all will see our John and Zach again. Thank you to the outstanding Sangre De Cristo Hospice team. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Sangre De Cristo Hospice, 1207 Pueblo Blvd. Way, Pueblo, CO 81005 or www.cancer.org. Mass of the Resurrection will be 10 a.m. on May 30, 2019, at St. Therese Church, Vineland, Colo. Memorial Mass will be 11:30 a.m. on June 7, 2019, at St. Joseph's Parish, Kennewick, Wash. with interment and reception following at Desert Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com
John had such a passion for life, It was a pleasure working with and knowing him. Reflect on the good times I am sure that will bring some smiles.
We send our prayers and condolences to Rubi and the boys. Rest in Peace!
Rubi, I was fortunate to work with John closely and blessed to get to know him as a friend. We walked in each others footsteps growing up in Michigan and in our careers across the country. You and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers and he will be missed dearly by his PCAPP family.
John was a wonderful guy to work with. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Best wishes to his family.
Very sad to hear of his passing. It was a pleasure working with John. Very honorable and decent man. Not enough people like him in the world! Prayers to his family, such a shame.
I was fortunate enough to work with John for many years. John was a pleasure to work with, a wealth of valuable knowledge and always good for a laugh. John was fond of sharing stories that represented his life’s adventures and almost always had a funny and entertaining twist to them. John will be missed by all those who were lucky enough to have known him. Rest assured, he has left here for a better place and will be waiting for us all when we go to join him. There he will be, grinning wide, ready to share a story or two about what all we have been missing. Enjoy your memories of John, share them with others and pass along his knowledge and love of life.
Ms. Rubi,
You & John were always a joy to be around. I’m sorry the world lost a wonderful person. Praying for you.
Rubi,
John was a good man and will be truly missed. Our hearts are heavy and pray for you and your family during this difficult time. May God surround you and your sons with loving peace and comfort and know that John is walking beside him.
I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. I am glad I got a chance to know him and work is his group at Umatilla Chemical Depot. Such a nice man. Prayers to his family.
I am deeply saddened by the news of John’s passing. John was a mentor of mine and was extremely generous with his teachings and information. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless and Prayers to All.
Always a Joy to be around. I enjoyed listening to him talk about his family. Soccer oh yes and I believe 1 of the boys had a little incident on a roundy round, never saw him angry❤
Im sorry for yours and familys loss, i knew John for a short while, worked with him out at the Pueblo Arsenal and really liked him. Prayers out to his family.
Very sorry for your loss. John was a great man and I really enjoyed working with him. Prayers for his wife and sons, that he always talked about.
I’m sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him a lot. God bless.
Rubi
So sorry to hear of this, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
I’m so sorry to hear of John’s passing I enjoyed working with him he always had answers for my questions about equipment I was running he will be missed by many prayers for his family God bless you all
So sorry to hear of John’s passing, and very sorry for the loss his entire family is enduring. I knew him from high school. He always wore a smile and was very kind.
Rubi,
John was and is a great mentor. I enjoyed his company and will deeply miss him. I thank you and John for all you have done for my family and myself.
God Bless you and your boys.
So Very Sorry♥I went to School with John …Rest In Peace♥Joyce ,East Jordan Michigan♥
Ruby, we are very saddened to hear of John’s passing. Our heart felt condolences to you, John, Jake, and Jared.
Saddened to hear of John’s passing. I am glad to have met him and work with him for a few years. Rest easy John!
We are saddened by the passing of John and our deepest sympathies for this loving family. For many years we were fortunate to have witness the love of a son for his father and family. Our hearts are sad this day.
We are so deeply sorry and extend our prayers and deepest condolences. Michelle ( Bos) and Randy Morris
Prayers for Johns family. our world may have lost him but the gates of heaven have opened to gain a beloved son.
Hugs and kisses to you in heaven, God bless you and your family.
My deepest sympathy.
Condolences to the whole family. You will be missed cousin. 🙁
My heartfelt sympathy to sweet Ruby and family. I’m so sorry for the loss of this amazing man that filled your life with such joy!
We were so saddened to learn of John’s death. He was such an energetic and handsome young man. Last summer I would often see John running down Gardner Road on his morning exercise regimen, always a cheerful wave and a grin! Our deepest sympathy to Ruby, the sons, Jack and Jean, his siblings and family and friends.