Clarence Carl Zaborowski Jr., 77, died Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at Samaritan Bethany.
Clarence was born on November 24, 1947 in Winona, MN to Clarence Sr. and Marie (Anding) Zaborowski. He was a lifelong Minnesota resident and graduated from Winona High School in 1966. Clarence was a Vietnam Veteran and he served from 1968-1972. Clarence married Wendy Nelson on June 18, 1977 in Hopkins, MN. He worked at Mayo Clinic from 1981-2016. He was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Clarence enjoyed motorcycles, spending time with his grandchildren, and collecting coins and comic books.
Clarence is survived by his wife, Wendy; daughter, Carin (Randy) Langworthy of Rochester, MN; siblings, Karen (Terry) Jacobs of Rochester, MN, Val Jean Zaborowski of California, and Kay Nelson of St. Charles, MN; 4 grandchildren; and 12 nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial service will be at 11am on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 869 7th Avenue SE, Rochester with Pastor Adam Koglin officiating. A visitation will be before the service from 10-11am. Lunch will follow the service.
Memorials may be given to Wounded Warrior Project or Gary Sinise Foundation.
Memories and condolences of Clarence may be shared at rochestercremationservicesmn.com
My memory of Clarence always brings a smile to my face. I knew Clarence from work at Mayo. His smile and his humor always brightened the day, no matter what was going on. He was a diligent worker but always had time to ask about and care for those he worked with. Always willing to lend a hand. I believe that Clarence wanted to leave this world just a little better than he found it – and he did! My prayers go out to his wife and family as they are without Clarence for now, knowing that he will greet them again some day in glory!