Robert Eugene Zimmerman
December 6, 1941 - March 15, 2022
Robert Eugene Zimmerman, 80, passed away with family by his side on March 15, 2022. He was born on December 6, 1941 in Gnadenhutten, Ohio to the late Ernest Eugene and Gladys Martha (nee Mathias) Zimmerman. He is survived by his loving wife Mary Ellen (nee Holland); son Jonathan (Kenyetta) Zimmerman and stepchildren Annette (Lou, deceased) Hazapis, Mark (Colleen) Lisi, and Christine (George) Fey; grandchildren Caroline, Alexis, Laura, Jordan, Natalie, Nick and Jocelyn; dear brother of Janet (Gwen Floyd, deceased) Zimmerman; and many loving cousins. Bob loved arts and culture. He was a dedicated educator, teaching French and English for 45+ years. One of his fondest memories was the year he spent as a Fulbright exchange teacher in France. He travelled throughout his life, thoroughly enjoying all of the trips he took with his wife. Raised in the Moravian church, he was a lifelong supporter, often attending the biennial Moravian musical festivals. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 10:00 AM-12:00 Noon at the Sunset Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road North Olmsted, Ohio 44070. A memorial service will take place at 12 Noon at the chapel. He will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park. A luncheon will follow back at the chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to http://moravianmusic.org/support/. Online condolences and memories may be left on Bob’s memorial page at www.sunsetfuneralandcemetery.com.
Robert Eugene Zimmerman, 80, passed away with family by his side on March 15, 2022. He was born on December 6, 1941 in Gnadenhutten, Ohio to the late Ernest Eugene and Gladys Martha (nee Mathias) Zimmerman. He is survived by his loving wife... View Obituary & Service Information