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Robert J. Zimmers

November 13, 1923 - August 9, 2019

Robert J. Zimmers Obituary

Robert J. Zimmers, 95, of Marysville, went to be with the Lord on Friday August 9, 2019, surrounded by his loving wife and family, in the comfort of his home. Born November 13, 1923, in Altoona, he was a son of the late Jacob C. and Pearl A. (Grimminger) Zimmers. An Army veteran of World War II, he honorably served in the 133rd Infantry Regiment, 34th Division, and was part of the landing forces during the Battle of Anzio. On March 16, 1946, Robert was united in marriage with Ruth M. (Van Wagenen) Zimmers, with whom he has shared a blessed union of 73 years. Robert was employed by Specialty Bakery, for 35 years, prior to his retirement in 1985. He was a talented craftsman with wood, and also enjoyed working in his vegetable garden. Robert possessed a wonderful sense of humor - in fact, he thrived on it - and maintained it through his final days. Throughout his life, music provided him with tremendous comfort and joy; and, he delighted in sharing his love of music with his children and grandchildren. A man of simple needs, who possessed tremendous common sense, Robert devoted his focus and attention to providing for the care of his family - they were at the center of his life. He was a faithful member of Salem United Methodist Church, Marysville. Robert is survived by his wife, Ruth; daughter, Marcia A. (Rick) Albright; son, Michael V. (Anna) Zimmers; eight grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and his daughter-in-law, Diane Zimmers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Robert C. Zimmers, on June 29, 2007, and a brother, Clyde E. Zimmers. His Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday August 15, 2019 at Salem United Methodist Church, 2465 Valley Road, Marysville, with Rev. David Keyworth, officiating. The family will receive friends, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, prior to the service. Inurnment, with military honors, will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday August 16, 2019 at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either Salem United Methodist Church, 2880 Valley Road, Marysville, PA 17053 or Hospice of Central PA, 1320 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17110.

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