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Richard Zimmerman Obituary

Richard R. Zimmerman of Wauconda Services for Richard R. Zimmerman, 78, formerly of Des Plaines, will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday, at Oehler Funeral Home, 555 Lee St., Des Plaines. Born Oct. 17, 1924, in Des Plaines, he died Monday, Jan. 13, 2003, at Good Shepherd Hospital. Burial will be private. Mr. Zimmerman was a retired machinist for Borg Warner. He is survived by his brothers, Edwin Zimmerman of Wauconda, Robert (Jody) Zimmerman of Yuba City, Calif., and Kenneth (Jean) Zimmerman of Palatine; many nieces and nephews; and special friend, Susan Lettrich. He was preceded in death by his brother, Walter (the late Lucille) Zimmerman. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until the time of services at 8 p.m. Thursday, at the funeral home. Friends may visit www.dailyherald.com/obits to express condolences and sign the guest book. For funeral information, (847)824-5155.

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Published by Daily Herald on Jan. 15, 2003.

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Judi Lucas-Shelton

January 20, 2003

I echo my sister's comments (Cori Watson). I'll always remember Richard's smile and the memories I have of spending time at the farm when I was a kid.....especially the day that Stan and I fell in the creek and were mud from head to toe. Aunt Sue was NOT happy with us that day, but Richard just smiled as if to say "kids will be kids"!



To Aunt Sue and Richard's family: You are in my prayers.

Cori Lucas Watson

January 20, 2003

My sympathy to all of Richard's family and to Sue Lettrich (my favorite aunt and godmother). There are memories of when I was a girl growing up, and many family functions where Richard was there and we all thought it was a great guy! He was the one that was ALWAYS smiling and so friendly. He made us kids feel very comfortable. This is what I'll always remember about him.



My prayers are with you all.



Kindest regards,



Cori Lucas Watson

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