David L. Zimmer

I was so saddened to just hear of David's passing. My deepest sympathy to his family. I have so many fond memories of the years I knew David at the bank. I shall always remember his terrific sense of humor as well as his kindness.

To summarize what David meant to me, one paragraph or a thousand pages would feel equally limiting. He was glamorous and genuine, a master entertainer with a beautiful soul, a true star who brought joy and light to the lives of so many.

David was the leader of our group of seven “Flamboyant Friends,” who got together to celebrate special occasions, especially Christmas, since 1983. I will always cherish the memories of those wonderful events, though, really, any time you spent...

Paul and I consider David as a BEST FRIEND. We will miss him so much and will think of him often. We will cherish the many memories of his friendship.

David is missed by many, but has made all the lives he has touched better.

Our sympathy to his family and to all his many friends.

Bob and Paul

To Uncle David's many, many friends: I learned just today about this online guest book and decided to take a peek. Wow! David was so blessed to have your friendships. Your kind words are much appreciated.

Growing up, I admired the man who had an uncanny ability to see the 'positive' in every situation; who lived each day to the fullest with a spirit of humor and celebration, not as a victim. Uncle David was a wonderful role model and, at times, stepped in as a father. I miss...

Legendary! No doubt he will live on and on and on in stories, memories, and grand cocktail parties for many years to come. Bon voyage Dolly!

Well Goodbye Dolly, yes Goodbye Dolly,
We were so blessed to have you as a part of our lives!

Jeff Ruff and I consider David to be an icon in the Columbus community. It is an inescapable fact that anytime someone plays "Hello Dolly", they think of David. His presence was larger than life and he filled so many lives with joy and happiness, especially at the Berwick Halloween Ball.

Thank you for the years of inspiration and guidance, David, and for setting a wonderful example for all of us. Thank you for teaching us how to love others unselfishly, to always look for the good in the bad, and how to keep a positive perspective. I can't wait to see you at that great "Homecoming" celebration. (If there is a planning committee for it, I'm sure you'll have your hands in it.) Until then, love you, D.Z.

David will always be our "Dolly"! He was a sweet man with a wicked sense of humor! I originally met David through Michael Westwood more than twenty years ago. I will never forget the first time I saw David perform as "Dolly Levy" at the Berwick Halloween Ball in the mid-1980s. It was an unforgettable experience to see him bring such joy to his audience. David is loved and admired by many, many people....I will miss you "Dolly"! My sympathies to his family.