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William Zipperer Obituary

William A. "Bill" Zipperer, 84, Palmetto, passed away on April 10, 2011. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Doris; daughters Diane (Eddie) Ponder, Donna "Sissy" (Raymond) Parker and Billie (Robert) Brinn; his son, William A. Zipperer, II; eight grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; sisters Linnie Anderson and Lou Merritt of Mascotte, FL, Mary Alice Matthews, GA and brother, Jack Zipperer of Onalaska, TX. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Vinnie; his sisters Rachel and Rosie, and his brothers Sam and E. J. A Celebration of Life will be held April 30, 2011 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Summerville Community park, 6402 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. Friends are invited to participate in the celebration. Bill left behind a legacy of love that will live in his family's hearts as he soars with the angels.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Apr. 15, 2011.

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DEBRA IBASFALEAN

April 27, 2011

DORIS,SISSY RAYMOND AND FAMILY, BILLY ROBERT AND FAMILY, DIANE EDDIE AND FAMILY OUR HEART THOUGHTS AND DEEPEST SYMPATHY & PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL FOR THE LOSS OF SUCH A KIND AND LOVED BILL. HUSBAND, DADDY, AND GRANDPA. HE WAS AND STILL IS VERY LOVED. ALL THE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS CARRY YOU. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL. DEBRA,NICK,YOLANDA AND JOSHUA

Cindy Friddle (Reese)

April 17, 2011

Aunt Doris and family so sorry for your loss. 60 years wow a whole lifetime of love and memories, my thoughts are with you all.

Mickey Childers

April 16, 2011

Dearest Doris and family, my deepest sympathy on hearing about Bills death. He was such a good man and I know you have so many wonderful memories to get you through this time. I love that you are having the "celebration of life", what a wonderful tribute to a life well lived. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts at this time.

Craig Himes

April 15, 2011

Diane and Eddie..... We are so sorry to here about the death of your Dad. Felicia and I send our condolences to you and your family.

Nancy Carter

April 15, 2011

Diane and family...Jerome and I are sorry to hear about the death of your dad..We enjoyed knowing him and he was really a good man..I know he will be missed by all of you but hold on to those precious memories you have..May God give you the peace and comfort you need at this time..Love,Nancy and Jerome Carter

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