Richard C. Zimmer, 72, Enjoyed skiing, tennis, and golf

He was born June 19, 1931 in Cleveland and was a graduate of Cathedral Latin High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.

Mr. Zimmer was employed as an estimate assigner for Ameritech for 42 years before retiring 11 years ago. He was a member of Holy Trinity Church, Avon; AmVets Post 22, Vermilion; the Ohio Bell Ski Club and the Olympic Outing Club. Richard enjoyed skiing, tennis and golfing.

Mr. Zimmer is survived by his wife of 20 years, Beverly (nee Marquard), a son, Geoff of Avon and a granddaughter, Elizabeth. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Marguerite Sager, Carol Jean Bulger; a brother Roger Zimmer and his parents, Adolph and Marguerite (nee Faulhaber) Zimmer.

A memorial mass will be held at Holy Trinity Church, 33601 Detroit Rd., Avon, Saturday, April 17, 2004 at 9:30 a.m. Rev. John Misenko will officiate. Cremation by Busch Crematory. Arrangements are being handled by the Busch-Burmeister Family Chapel, 32000 Detroit Rd. Avon.