Robert Eugene Zimmerman

As a Charlotte broadcaster over the years, I've had the pleasure and honor of meeting and working with some wonderful people. And Robert Zimmerman is a name on that list. While his wife, Joan, is certainly the "voice" of Southern Shows events, Robert was the "face"... the sweet, gentle man always extending a smile and handshake to event visitors. (Not to take anything away from you, David)And, during Christmas Shows, he would sometimes brave the cold outside Liberty Hall to make guests feel...

Dear Joan, David and family,
I was heartbroken to hear of Robert's passing. He was such a kind and wonderful person. When I think of my days at Southern Shows, I often think of Robert's smile and gentle ways. He will be missed by all who knew him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

One of the greatest bits of my life is that I had the opportunity to know Robert (and Joan). I interviewed them for a book, using my camera to capture the words and emotions. I still watch them, laughing at Robert's sense of humor at all Joan put him through to win her heart and hand. Such a beautiful man and Christian! My heart's best thoughts and prayers for the family.

Dear Joan, Robert, David & Anja,& grandchildren,
We are thinking of you & hold you all in our prayers. Robert was a leader in in our industry, so respected & such a gentleman. His sons are such a great testament to his love for family. We pray for you as you celebrate his amazing life. Hugs, Helen Berg & Karen Ramus

Dear Joan, Bill and I will hold you and your family close to our hearts as you mourn the loss of your wonderful Robert. Cynthia Carlson & Bill Bullock

Saddened to hear about Mr. Zimmerman passing. Condolences from Metrolina Model Railroaders, Belmont. Mr. Z always had a big smile on his face every time he visited the model railroad layout at the Southern Christmas Show.
Alan Hardee,
President, Metrolina Model Railroaders

Dear Joan:

We are saddened with the news of Robert Zimmerman's death and send sincere Sympathy. Robert was a special friend and will be missed.

Crowder and Barbara Falls

On behalf of the Metrolina Model Railroaders, it has been a privilege to be associated with the Southern Christmas Show in Charlotte these many years and we would like to offer our condolences to his family. It has been an honor to be associated with Mr. Zimmerman and we will miss him. He will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Joan, David and all your extended family. Dave and I were so sad to hear of Robert's passing. He leaves memories of a warm Southern gentleman we often met when he and Joan visited England over many years. When Joan's late sister my dear friend Anne and I made a trip to Charlotte and visited the Christmas show it was a memorable time we recalled often in the years that followed. Robert and Joan made us so welcome on that occasion, both in Charlotte and in their home in the mountains...