Gerald John Zens

Zens, Gerald J.
Passed away peacefully with his son Jason at his side on February 28, 2017, at the age of 80 years. Beloved husband of the late Maxine Zens for 49 years. Loving father of Pamela(Dan) Donegan, Timothy, Daniel, and Jason. Proud grandfather of Oscar, Emily, Sophie, Maggie, Mitchell, Mason, Isabelle, and Nathan. Brother of Thomas(Carole) Zens, the late Robert, and the late Roger. Brother-in-law of Reta Zens. Will be dearly missed by his loving dog Sy, who was by his side until the end. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A visitation will be held Friday from 4-7PM at Holy Apostles, 16000 W. National Ave., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 7PM. Private entombment St. Adalbert Cemetery.
Dad was a retiree of the Milwaukee Police Department, a proud veteran, and a trustee of St. Rafael Church. After a strong fight with cancer, in lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorials to the Lymphoma Society. A special thanks to the caring staff at Reiman Cancer Center.