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Steven G. Zajac Jr., of Colchester, passed away on June 4, 2026, after a yearlong illness. He was 52 years old. Steve was born in New Britain, CT on October 17, 1973. Steve grew up in Southington, CT. He was the son of the late Steven and Elisa Zajac of Southington. Steve was an electrician for IBEW Local 35 for the last 27 years before becoming too ill to work. He loved his kids and would do anything for them. He enjoyed watching their soccer, basketball and baseball/softball games. He was a huge Boston Red Sox, Chicago Bears and Florida State fan. He was able to attend a handful of both Red Sox and Bears games.
He is survived by his wife, Tina Zajac and their 3 children; Tyler, Alyssa and Cody Zajac; his sister, Paula Zajac of Southington; his aunts; Cheryl Cammarota of Middlefield, Lavinia Cammarota of Wethersfield, and Roseann Kozlowski and her husband Robert of Florida; his cousins; and numerous extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his uncles, Patrick and Frank Cammarota.
A visitation will be held on June 17, 2026, from 5 – 7PM at the Aurora McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester. A graveside service will be held at the New St. Andrew Cemetery, Gillette’s Lane, Colchester on June 18, 2026, at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve’s memory may be made to benefit his children’s future. Contributions can be made to the 'Zajac Children's Memorial Fund' and sent to Liberty Bank, 219 South Main St., Colchester, CT 06415. The Aurora McCarthy Funeral Home has been entrusted with care of arrangements. For online condolences or to share a story, please visit: www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com.
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