In Memoriam: Mary Ellen Martin Zellerbach: IEEE Foundation establishes memorial fund to honor late board member [Amperes: Current Affairs From Around the World]

November 6, 2025 by Eileen Heltzer

It is with deep sadness that the IEEE Foundation acknowledges the passing of Mary Ellen Martin Zellerbach, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, business leader, mentor, and dedicated IEEE volunteer. Her commitment to the IEEE community and her invaluable contributions as a member of the IEEE Foundation Board of Directors and the IEEE Investment Committee will be profoundly missed. To honor her memory, the IEEE Foundation has established the IEEE Mary Ellen Martin Zellebach Memorial Fund and will match up to US$20,000 in donations to this initiative.

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