Obituary of Robert Zimmer

Robert Zimmer, 63, of Phillipsburg, NJ, formerly of Washington, NJ died suddenly on September 7, 2008 at Warren Hospital, Phillipsburg, NJ. Robert was born January 8, 1945 in Easton, PA a son of the late Walter and the late Charolette (Cox) Zimmer. He and his wife, Linda Marie Poch Zimmer, were married for 40 years. Robert served in the US National Guard. He was employed as a lineman with Verizon for 35 years, retiring in 2002. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid motorcyclist. He loved his trucks. Robert especially loved spending time with his family. He was a very active member with St. Luke's Lutheran Church, assisting the church by cutting the grass when necessary. Survivors: In addition to his wife, Linda of Phillipsburg, NJ, he is survived by a son, John Zimmer and his wifeTricia of Stewartsville, NJ; a daughter, Wendy Nixon and her husband Brian of Lopatcong Township, NJ; a brother Larry Zimmer of Washington, NJ; a sister-in-law Georgine Zimmer of Washington, NJ; a sister Joanne Tharp of Stewartsville, NJ; three grandchildren Amber, David and Brady and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Robert was predeceased by his brother, Lonnie Zimmer. Services: Friends may call Thursday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 214 State Route 31 North, Washington, NJ. A funeral service will be held following visitation at 12:00 pm at the church. Private cremation will follow at the HG Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg, PA. Memorials: Memorial donations may be made to St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 214 State Route 31 North, Washington, NJ 07882. Arrangements are under the direction of DeVoe Funeral Services, Inc., 136 W. Washington Ave., Washington, NJ 07882. Online condolences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com. Tributes: Tribute from: Ann Marie Byrne Linda and Family Anna and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We are thinking of you and will be in touch soon. Ann Marie and Anna S. Linda I am sooo sorry about your lose of Bob. If you ever need to talk please call. My prayers are with you. Kelly and Joe Dalrymple my thoughts and prayers are with you & your family Kay Roseberry Milford Linda & family, our thoughts are with you at this very sad time, so sorry for your loss of Bob. Sincerely, Stella & Dennis Tribute from: The Roseberry Family We can only image the heartbreak and grief the sudden and unexpected loss of Bobby bears upon you, Linda, your children, grandchildren, Larry, JoAnn and Families. There has always been a very deep and fond bond between the Roseberry and Zimmer families. It started from our parents, our childhoods and remains today. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Only holding firm to the Lord Our God will help you through this profound grief. We pray that His Peace and Love be upon each and everyone of you. The Lord bless you and keep you The Lord lift His countenance upon you, And give you peace, and give you peace; The Lord make His face to shine upon you, And be gracious, and be gracious; The Lord be gracious unto you. Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for the soul of Robert Zimmer and us sinners,now and at the hour of our death. Amen. Tribute from: Lee & Mollie Stevens Linda, John & Wendy Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Bob was a wonderful person and we know that he will be missed deeply. All our love and prayers, Lee & Mollie Tribute from: Fred & Gail Mosher Linda and Family, Thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you. Annette Giaimo Dearest Linda and family, God's blessing to all of you in this time of sorrow. I cannot express in words how sad it is for me to hear of yours loss.You and Bob were together for so long-which today is not often heard of.I am glad that you will have so many wonderful memories of him and the bond you shared.He is with the Lord now and I am sure his memories will always live on in everyone's hearts.May he rest in eternal peace--The Lord be with you and yours now and forever God Bless All Kathy Eick (Jones) John and family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. May you find comfort and peace with the memories of your dad. Rose Crotsley John and family, You and your family are in my thoughts, cherish the memories of your father. Terry Buskirk LINDA & FAMILY, WE ARE THINKING OF YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME OF SORROW. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR MEMORIES. WITH MUCH SYMPATHY, STEVE & BARBARA CHANDA Linda Words cant even begin to express how deeply saddened I was to find out about Bob. I have talked about you and Bob ever since you walked into our office- how kind-hearted, how warm, how caring and how special I thought the both of you were. I am so very sorry Linda. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to contact us. God Bless you and Wendy and your son at this most difficult time in your lives. Please, please, please take care of yourself. Luv Jamie from Atty. Troxell's office There are no words to express our sadness for your loss. You are in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. Barbara Corby Liz Hughes Cory Hughes Erik Corby To Linda and family, Our deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Alec and Charlene Tribute from: Linda Watsula (St. Luke's ED) Wendy, There are no words to take away the sense of loss you and your family are feeling at this time. I pray that God gives you the comfort and strength you need now, and in the future. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. Linda Watsula (St. Luke's ED), Dear Linda, Larry and family, I feel like I've known all of you my whole life. So it is with sadness that I learned of Bob's sudden passing. What a sweet gentle guy I remember. Please know that time and distance doesn't stop caring. I will pray for all of you, and hope that God will help you through this sad time. With love and fond memories, Billie Mae Yawger Thatcher Dear Linda You have my most sincerest condolences and prayers for acceptance of God's plan at this time. MaryAlice Bockman Tribute from: Carolyn Braun Dear Linda & Georgine My heart goes out to you. You are such a fine person and I wish I could take your pain of loss away. But, try as I may the only way is by offering you my thoughts and prayers for support. I will sincerely do anything I can to help you at any time. Also please try to lean on your faith for strength. In greatest, greatest sympathy for your sorrow. Love, Carolyn Tribute from: Caroline B.Reinik Dear Wendy,I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. May the good memories of him comfort you and your family in this difficult time. Linda and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Bob. I know it's been a long time that we have been in touch, but I remember when you two came to our house for picnics and Christmas parties, just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Wendy and I know that your pain will be hard to bear, but know even if Bob isn't with you in body, he will always be with you in your heart. Please know that I am thinking of you,Wendy and your son. Again I am very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace, Carol Cavanagh Dear Linda & family, we are very sorry for your loss of Bob. I remember him as a kind & funny man. (remember how he used to hook all of Kiki's paperclips together?)If we can do anything for you please let us know. Our deepest sympathy. Love Sharon & Jim Williams Dear Linda, Wendy, Georgine and John: Fred and I were shocked to hear the news about Bob. We are so sorry that we could not be there today for you and your family,if there is anything that we can do to help out, please do not hesitate to contact us. I wish I knew the words that could take away the pain that you are going thru right now, however I am not sure that they exist. Please know that we will keep your family in out daily thoughts and prayers during this so sad time. Love, Maryann and Fred Perry Linda, I was saddened to read of Bob's untimely death. May the fond memories of the past give you the strength to get you through this sorrowful time in your life. I will keep you in my prayers. Jeanne McCormick