Mr. Zelenka was born April 1, 1918, in Wilson. He worked for the civil service at Shilling Air Force Base, Salina, retiring in 1972.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Violet (Hoch) Zelenka, in 2003.

Survivors include a daughter, Julie Zelenka of Independence; four sisters, Rose Yusta of Wilson, Lillian Urban and Helen Earhartt, both of Ellsworth and Edna Burkhead of Salina; and four grandchildren.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina 67401. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Lindsborg.

Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today at the mortuary.