Beloved husband, father, and brother Andrew “Andy” Ziny (65) passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 23, 2026. He was a resident of Colorado Springs for 20 years after touring the nation as a member of the US Air Force. He most recently served as a Business Manager at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church.
Andy was born on May 31, 1961, to Edward George and Charlotte Eunice Ziny (Majauskas) in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from Michigan State University in 1983 and the University of North Dakota in 1987. On October 19, 1985, he married Michele Marie (Robert) in Lansing, Michigan. In addition to serving as a faculty member at the United States Air Force Academy, he served as a logistics officer and commander in the United States Air Force for more than 23 years before retiring to civilian work at NORTHCOM. From there he transitioned to work at St. Patrick’s and St. Gabriel’s parishes, where he contributed his time through various business and volunteer roles.
He spent his life working to help others and live out his Catholic faith. In retirement, Andy was fond of woodworking. He enjoyed serving his community and had an appreciation for NHRA drag racing. He was an active member of St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, volunteered with the Fostering Hope Foundation, and taught classes at the USAFA wood shop.
He is survived by his wife, Michele; his children: Charlotte (Blair) Gillam and Anton; and his grandchild: Shavo. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Steven and David.
The funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, with a vigil the night prior at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church in Colorado Springs. The inurnment will take place at Pikes Peak National Cemetery at a later date.
Memorials in Andy’s name may be made to the Fostering Hope Foundation, 111 S. Tejon St. Ste 112, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.