Obituary of James E. Zimmerman
Passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024, at age 91. Predeceased by his parents, Virgil and Frances Zimmerman; Brother, Don (Sherry) Zimmerman. Survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Carol; Children, David (Janet) Zimmerman, Susan Zimmerman and Joe (Kristen) Zimmerman; Grandchildren, Sarah (Andy) Blaisdell, Bill (Kathleen) Zimmerman, Bob (fiancé Kim) Zimmerman, Olivia Zimmerman, Fiona Zimmerman, Adelaide Zimmerman, and Becker Zimmerman; Great-grandchildren, Kennedy and Madison Blaisdell, Christopher and Marissa Zimmerman; nieces and nephews.
Services will be held privately by the family. Interment White Haven Memorial Park.
James was an ROTC cadet at the University of Cincinnati and graduated with a BS in Electrical Engineering. After graduation Jim started his military service with the Airforce and was stationed in Warner Robbins GA. After active duty he worked at Therm-O-Disk in Mansfield, OH as a design engineer and field sales engineer. In 1969 he founded James E. Zimmerman Sales a Manufactures Rep Agency in Rochester, NY.
Jim loved the outdoors. His favorite activities included skiing, hunting, and fishing (particularly the Fall fishing trips to Sag Lake with his buddies). Jim and Carol spent many happy summers at their cottage in Canada surrounded by family and friends. They created memories that will be cherished forever. They spent their winters in Indian Rocks Beach, FL and Rockport, TX.
Most of all Jim was an incredibly loving and dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. His unconditional love and strength have always been a wonderful example. He will be missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Employee Scholarship Fund at St. Ann’s Foundation.
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