Final Salute

Johnny F. Zapalac passed away on March 24, 2023 in Austin, Texas at the age of 89 after complications from a stroke. Johnny was born in Friendship, Texas to Alfred & Martha (Roepke) Zapalac on November 27, 1933. After graduating from Granger High School in 1952 Johnny joined the U.S. Navy and proudly served four years with the SeaBee’s (MCB-5) during the Korean War. He helped build many U.S. bases that are still used today. Johnny retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company after 35 years of service. He was a long-time resident of Austin and enjoyed many days fishing and enjoying family time with his children and then grandchildren at Lake Travis. He also enjoyed trout fishing and spending summers with his family at the cabin he and his wife built in the mountains of Colorado.

Johnny is proceeded in death by his parents and brother Cpl Wallace Zapalac, WWII. Johnny is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Irlene (Finn) Zapalac, daughters; Brenda (J) Bouldin and Diana (Ricky) Janecka. Grandchildren; Trey (Lacie) Bouldin, Tonya (Daryn) Burleigh, Candice Zapalac-Janecka and Johnette Janecka. Great Grandchildren; James, Jacob & Claire Bouldin, Easton & Casen Burleigh. He is also survived by his brother Glen (Peggy) Zapalac as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at Harrell Funeral Home at 4435 Frontier Trail, Austin 78745 on Wednesday March 29th, 4pm-7pm.

Funeral will be held at Providence Funeral Home at 807 Carlos Parker Blvd NW, Taylor Tx 76574 on Saturday, April 1st at 10am.

Burial will follow in the Taylor City Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff on the 5th & 7th floors of the South Austin Hospital.

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