Faylene "Fay" L. Ziton

Age 94, of Stillwater, Minnesota, passed away peacefully October 19, 2025. She was born on March 12, 1931, in St. Paul, Minnesota to William and Erma. 

Fay lived a long and full life surrounded by family, friends, and her many beloved dogs. Her vivacious spirit never faded, and she remained independent, sharp, funny, and full of energy and love until the very end. 

Fay is survived by her two children, Pamela (Robert) MacDonald and Gary Giel; four grandchildren, Laura MacDonald, Matt (Candace) MacDonald, Gary (Kate) Giel, and Amanda (Matt) Svendsen; twelve great-grandchildren; three siblings, Karen (John) Reuter, Dexter (Toni), and Brian; and sister-in-law, Mary Ziton. 

She is preceded in death by her partner, Irving Margolis; and brothers, William and Roger. 

Visitation will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 am to 12 pm at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center 2800 Curve Crest Blvd., Stillwater. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 11 am with visitation one hour prior to the service at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, 1250 Oakdale Ave., West St. Paul. Private burial at Fairview Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Fay’s memory to the Minnesota Humane Society or St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in West St. Paul (651-457-0854).