Steven I. Zellner, Jr. Age 60. Beecher resident, formerly of Blue Island. Passed away June 16, 2023. Graduate of Eisenhower High School and Motorcycle Mechanics Institute.
Village Water Operator for 20 years at the Village of Beecher Public Works. As a Motorcycle Technical Engineer Steve was a custom motorcycle builder.
Steve loved going to Sturgis and riding his motorcycles with friends. His final day was spent riding with his best friend Ed Krejca. A kindhearted animal lover of many pets and farm animals.
Loving husband for 30 years of Deana nee Brezich. Devoted son of Mary nee Grider and the late Steven I. Zellner, Sr. Brother of William (Cari) Martino and Susan Martino. Cherished son in-law and brother in-law. Fond uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Resting at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 W 14th Street (US Rt 30, 3 blks E of Western Ave), Chicago Heights on Wednesday June 21, 2023, from 3:00 pm until time of Funeral Services 7:30 pm. Burial private. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Steven’s name to River Valley Animal Rescue, 3960 Vincennes Trail, Momence, IL, 60954 or www.rivervalleyanimalrescue.org would be appreciated by the Zellner family. Info 708-481-9230 and panozzobros.com.
