Roland James "Jim" Zimmer

Mr. Zimmer was my supervisor when I first went to work as a probation officer in Travis County. He had a great influence on me as a young officer he taught me that gentleness is not a weakness but a great strength. I also remember doing "field visits" in Elgin around lunch time and he would "need" to accompany me, so after hunting down offenders we just had to go eat some brisket and sausage. I miss those days and I will miss Jim Zimmer.

I first came to know Mr. Zimmer in 1982 when I was assigned as a young prosecutor to the 147th District Court, presided over by the legendary Judge Mace Thurman. Mr. Zimmer was the court probation officer, meaning that he was in attendance at every court session, assisting the judge with information on probationers, their status, available probation programs, etc.

The word was that Mr. Zimmer had been a priest in a former life, and we all believed it must be true because of his...

What a wonderful neighbor you were and such a gift to our church family. You will be greatly missed. Jill Manlove Mayfield

Mr. Zimmer, I loved working for you and you kept a special place in many hearts after you retired. God must have needed another angel in heaven as you were an angel on earth.