Emanuel Mounts Zeigler Jr.

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Emanuel Zeigler Obituary

ZEIGLER EMANUEL MOUNTS ZEIGLER, JR. "Butch" On Tuesday, December 22, 2009, Emanuel Mounts Zeigler "Butch" of Rehoboth Beach, DE and Washington, DC passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 58. Son of Elva G. and Emanuel Zeigler, Butch was born in Mechanicsburg, PA on April 18, 1951. After attending Shippensburg State and Johns Hopkins, he served as an elementary school teacher for 12 years in Bel Air, MD. In 1985, Butch joined longtime friend, John Heikel, as a co-owner of Capitol Prompting Service, in Cheverly, MD. Butch''s tireless work ethic and pleasant people-focused" personality led him to become one of the most sought after prompters in the country as he proved able to put any client at ease, from Heads of State and major corporations. He is survived by his two sisters Janice Edmonds of Moneta, VA and Trudy Stock of Ocean City, MD, numerous nieces and nephews, five step-brothers William Lamason of Harrisburg, PA., Richard Lamason of Atlanta, GA., Robert, Frederick and Steven Lamason all of Mechanicsburg, PA., and his beloved dog Tina. With a unique sense of humor, a strong love of life, and a flair for enjoying himself, Butch accumulated many friends, many of whom could seldom resist a smile when in his presence. He will be missed. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the All Saints Episcopal Church, 20 Olive Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE. Burial will be a later date at Congressional Cemetery, Washington, DC. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963 or to the All Saints Episcopal Church. Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes, Lewes, DE. sign the guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 25, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Emanuel Zeigler

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Brad Keim

December 31, 2009

Dear Butch,
People like you are rare, indeed. You have always been one of my favorite people I've known in my life. You were friends with my Mom years ago in Baltimore, for years, and the three of us had such good times. Ocean City, Md., where you let me run your beachstand at the Golden Sands for 2 whole weeks when I was in my teens! To this day the COOLEST "job" I've ever had. Baltimore, where you and my Mom taught me how to dance to disco back in the era of Saturday Night Fever. You were always a happy face, always one to make everyone around you smile and laugh. You had such a zest for life. I remember your gray Mustang with the red interior. And the ever present can of mountain dew in your hand. God Bless you, my brother. You will always be held in the highest of regards. Thank you for being so exceptionally special. You ARE a STAR!!!
Love, Brad Keim

Caroline Cunningham Thompson

December 28, 2009

Dear Butch,
You were our surrogate brother when we were kids. You were always a part of our family. A place was always set for you at our Christmas Dinner table, and Mom always made mashed potatoes just for you. Your smile and laughter always made things brighter. I'm so glad you were part of my childhood. Playing Hide 'n Seek with the neighborhood kids...those were the days. You and Angie stayed close all through the years. She will miss you terribly. I will remember you always with love.

Bob Lamason

December 26, 2009

Dear Butch, You will be greatly missed.
To live a life like yours, is only a dream for most people. We'll remember all the good times while you were with us. I know it's not been all easy, but those times fade away, and the good times remembered. You are back with Mom and Dad now, and your beloved collie dog "Renny". We will always miss your smiling face. But we shall all meet again someday. Love, Brother Bob Lamason

Robert Rice

December 25, 2009

Dear Butch, Rehoboth Beach will miss and especially I will miss the bright shinning light of your presence. Where ever you went you lit up the room. Your friendship and support will never be forgotten; you will live in my heart forever. Love Bob

Terry Sakellos

December 25, 2009

Butch, you wil be missed, and forever remembered from our first meeting on the beach and introductions from Bob, to the many visits to your home and fun times shared in Rehoboth. Your were always a pleasure to be around and share time with, a beautiful guy with a beautiful spirit to share. Love you - miss you Terry

December 25, 2009

Butch's big bright smile and wonderful blue eyes will surely be missed by all. He really enjoyed the beach along with Tina at his side. Our condolences to his family.

Fondly,
Tom Stitely & Greg Fichtner

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