West Leyden High School Alumni
Northlake, Illinois (IL)
In Memory of
Sheryl Ann Zielinski
1961-2024
Born Jun 12, 1961, Sheryl Ann Zielinski attended West Leyden High School in Northlake, IL.
Class of 1979
Jun 12, 1961 - Aug 11, 2024
Jun 12, 1961 - Aug 11, 2024
Sheryl Ann Minjares (née Zielinski), aged 63, passed away on August 11, 2024, in Glenview, Illinois. Born on June 12, 1961, Sheryl was known for her fierce generosity and independence. Her vibrant personality was marked by a boisterous laugh and a quippy tongue, earning her the affectionate nickname "Dragon Lady." Sheryl cherished family and loved spending time creating joyous memories with them.
Sheryl graduated from Leyden High School and later earned her bachelor's degree from Elmhurst College. She is survived by her brother Rob (Marge) Zielinski; nephews Eric (Megan) Zielinski and Bennett (Cassie) Zielinski; great Aunt to Lucy Gilgenbach; and beloved by many extended family members. Sheryl was preceded in death by her husband Gil Minjares, and her parents Robert Sr. and Geraldine Zielinski.
Sheryl graduated from Leyden High School and later earned her bachelor's degree from Elmhurst College. She is survived by her brother Rob (Marge) Zielinski; nephews Eric (Megan) Zielinski and Bennett (Cassie) Zielinski; great Aunt to Lucy Gilgenbach; and beloved by many extended family members. Sheryl was preceded in death by her husband Gil Minjares, and her parents Robert Sr. and Geraldine Zielinski.