Esther B. Ziolek

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On January 11, 2021, Esther (Burger) Ziolek was reunited in heaven with her parents Grant Sr. and Bettie (Chefas) Burger, sister Glenda Burger, brother-in-law William Letkey, sister-in-law Barb Letkey, cherished niece Brandeth Lee Heberer and many other loved ones. She was born in Waukegan, IL on February 11, 1948 and was the greatest gift for her 3 year old brother, Grant, as she was born on his birthday. The things that brought her the greatest joy were her family, gardening, bird watching, fishing and her adored dog Monty. Esther's faith was a comfort and example to all of those who were in her life, she believed in and lived the bible verse Ephesians 4:32, Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. She leaves behind the love of her life Robert Letkey, daughters Leslie Harvel and Kellie (Bob) Donoho that she shares with William Ziolek, bonus son Jeremy (Stacie) Letkey, mother-in-law Betty Letkey, her brother Grant (Kathy) Burger Jr., sister-in-law Beth (Frank) Buszta, nephew Grant (Michelle) Burger III and niece Kendra (Kurt) Marten, grandchildren Natalie, Alexis, Nikolas, Royce, Connor and Riley, great granddaughter Penelope and many other beloved family and friends. Per family request, there will be a private celebration of life at a later date.. Conway-Markham Funeral Home of Elma is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.conway-markhamfh.com. Memorials may be directed to the family.

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