Mary Jane (Fulton) Zarkowski 8/16/1939 - 10/11/2026

Mary Zarkowski passed away on October 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was 87.

Mary was born in Hooper Ne, on August 16, 1939 to Chester Barkley (Bart) Fulton and Barbara (Bobbi) Emilia Rodgers Fulton. She was the youngest of 5 children. She grew up in Omaha, NE and graduated with the Ralston High School class of 1958. She married the love of her life, Paul Lee Zarkowski on November 1, 1959. To this union 2 children were born, Paulet and Rob. The family moved to North Platte Nebraska in 1966. Mary's family was her heart and soul. She was a stay-at-home mom, until 1975, when she began working at Madison Middle school. She worked there until she retired in 2000. In retirement she volunteered for many places including Great Plains Health and Messiah Lutheran Church. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren in their activities.

She is survived by her daughter, Paulet (Paul) Gaboury, son Rob (Marilyn) Zarkowski, Granddaughters, Stephanie Gaboury and Payton (Zarkowski) Blochowitz, Grandsons, Bart (Jessica) Gaboury and Walter (Tanisha) Zarkowski. And one Great-granddaughter, Madalyn Gaboury. One brother-in-law, several sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Zarkowski, her parents, her sisters, Bobbie Nelsen, Peggy Buras, Meady Fulton, and brother Barty Fulton. Along with many extended family members.

A grave-side service will be held on Monday October 19, 2026, at 11:am

at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, Nebraska.

Memorials may be given to Messiah Lutheran Church, North Platte.

Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family.