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Robert Zimmerman Obituary

Robert Lee Zimmerman was born on October 21, 1940 in Lower Paxton, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania to Leroy and Margaret Zimmerman. Robert married the love of his life Catharina (Tina) Zimmerman on July 24, 1962 in Amsterdam, Holland. Robert proudly served in the United States Air Force obtaining the rank of Master Sergeant. He joined the Air Force on March 20, 1959 where he served proudly until he retired on September 30, 1980. He served his country for 21 years, 6 months and 11 days. Robert also obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Robert is survived by Jody Shumpert (daughter), Andrea (Stacy) Slate (daughter & son-in-law); Kristen Shumpert (granddaughter), Brooke Shumpert (granddaughter), Steven Slate (grandson), Lauren Slate (granddaughter); Thomas (Susan) Zimmerman (brother& sister-in-law); Joanne Zimmerman (sister), Rose Zimmerman (sister). Robert was preceded in life by his parents & one brother, Richard Zimmerman. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A service will be held on Monday, April 27, 2009 at 10:00 am at Community Central Chapel , USAFA, 5134 Cathedral Drive, Ste. 100, Colorado Springs, CO. In lieu of flowers please send Memorial Contributions In Memory of Bob to Department of American Veterans, D.A.V., 3754 E. LaSalle St., Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909, 1-719-439-3591. Please visit www.mem.com and sign the guest book.

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Published by The Gazette on Apr. 26, 2009.

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John Mount

January 7, 2023

Bob was my supervisor at the USAF Academy. My fondest memory was he and I took my boat out fishing. On our return, we were coming down a steep street in CS and I began to jackknife with the boat. I quickly asked Bob what I should do; he responded "speed up, don't let the boat pass you" as he chuckled. This event has always reminded me Bob's good humor. He was a great guy who always enjoyed a good laugh.

Lauren S

March 15, 2022

Miss you so much papa

T-Bone & Softball Team

May 4, 2009

Jody, Kristen, and Brooke,
Although no words can ease the loss you bear, just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

John Shumpert

April 29, 2009

Tina,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. You & Bob will always have a very special place in my heart.

Connie Lansdon

April 28, 2009

Tina, Jody, Andrea, and Family,
Please know you remain in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will miss your husband & Dad terribly. I hope you can take comfort in the fact that he loved his family which is evident in how you live your lives and the wonderful memories I have heard over the years. He was a true blessing to you all and you to him. May God continue to comfort you through it all.
Much Love,
Connie & Bert Lansdon

Bonnie (Wingert) Condran

April 28, 2009

Tina and Family
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have many wonderful memories of my cousin Bob. He will be missed

maryellen podsedly

April 28, 2009

Andrea, My prayers are with you and your family. Reading all of these beautiful tributes to your father just shows what a wonderful man he was.
Sincerly, Maryellen

Reid Wilson

April 28, 2009

Aunt Tina and Family,
I just wanted to express our sympathy. My memories of my Uncle Bob with all be cherished since I felt that he was my closest uncle. I regret not being able to get out to see all of you while I was in Utah. I am sorry that we couldn't make it out for the services. Uncle Bob will me greatly missed and i hope all of you are doing well. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Deborah and Randy Garland

April 27, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. We hope the wonderful memories blanket your with comfort, peace and love.

Larry and Kay Wingert

April 27, 2009

Tina and Family,
Kay and I express our sympathy for your loss. My memories of my cousin are many. As boys, I was with him when he purchased his first gun, a 22 lever action, for $12.00 at a country store near my father's farm.
He would sit behind me on the tractor seat and shoot at groundhogs while I cultivated corn. I will miss him.

Sharon & Don Jacobs

April 27, 2009

Tina, Jody, Andrea, Kristen, Brooke, Lauren and Stephen and family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob's legacy lives on in each of you. He was a fortunate man to have such a loving family. You honor him by the way you live your lives as evidenced by always helping others, and I know he is forever proud. God Bless you all. Much Love

Christine Bealer

April 27, 2009

What a wonderful, caring, amazing, genuine, loving father, husband, grandpa, and all around man Mr. Bob was! He will truly be missed by many and I know Heaven is now a sweeter place with him being there. My thoughts, prayers and love to all the family!

Mona Odell

April 27, 2009

Andrea, I only met your father a couple of times. I enjoyed talking with him very much. My thoughts are with you, your Mother and all your family during this time of loss. Your memories will help you through your sorrow.

Denise & Jeremy Chester

April 26, 2009

Bob has gone to be with The Lord and although he will be greatly missed he is now at home and at peace. He was a wonderful man and our thoughts will be of him and our prayers will be with you all.

Malinda & Justin Elliott

April 26, 2009

Aunt Tina, Jody, Andrea and family: Words cannot begin to express our great sympathy in the loss of such a wonderful man. Although this is a tremendous loss to everyone that knew and loved Uncle Bob, he left us all with many wonderful memories. Our thoughts are with you all during this time and we love you very much.

Dawn Riggs

April 26, 2009

You had the greatest husband, father and grandfather that anyone could ask for. He was the kindest man that I ever knew and always knew how to put a smile on someones face. I know that you all have great memories of him and don't ever let those go. I know he loved each and everyone of you so much. With each passing day you will think of him and it will make you smile as he looks down on all of you. He will be missed dearly! Lots of love from my family to yours

Marc & Dianne Braer

April 26, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. May a lifetime of memories bring you comfort.

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