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Jeanne Marie Zimmerman

Jeanne Zimmerman Obituary

Jeanne Marie Zimmerman, of Vernon Hills, 59, died on the morning of Nov. 19, 2003, beloved sibling of Julianne Zimmerman Rohmaller and James Frederick Zimmerman (Shirley Thompson); and her beloved dog, Frakne. Jeannie, we love you. Cause of death-living. Arrangements made by the Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., Wheaton. In lieu of flowers contributions to Save-A-Pet, 31664 N. Fairfield Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030 appreciated. 847-566-8020.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Nov. 21, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeanne Zimmerman

Sponsored by Julie and cousin Rob.

27 Entries

Charlotte Loftus

May 15, 2008

Will got a lovely surprise while clearing out some of his stuff; a St. Patrick's Day card from Aunt Jeanne that he had never opened. Stuck in a pile of papers that had gotten overlooked in the various moves he has made over the years, he opened it up and little green and white confetti fell out. Inside she encouraged him, as she always had, to go back to school, like he had wanted to for years. I know she would be so proud of him for going back, getting his degree in a field he loves (film-making), and fulfilling a lifelong dream. It is partly because of her love and support that he was able to fulfill that dream. Jeanne was such a beautiful human being. We are all blessed, and honored, to have known her. Will misses her deeply, and talks about her (and her doggies!) often.

Rob and Glenna House

April 16, 2007

We remember the birthdays and special days we celebrated with Jeanne. We treasure the memories of all the fun we had with Jeanne. Each new milestone makes us realize how much we miss Jeanne in our lives. We laughed at her dry wit and outragous sense of humor. We basked in her unconditional love and support. We were blessed to have Jeanne in our lives.

Jeanne's permanent marker February 2006

February 23, 2006

Mary Elias

April 21, 2005

Jeanne is still like a flower who's beauty will never be forgotten and who's fragrance will linger on for many years as it brushes the many friends that will forever be a part of her. Jeanne, we miss you so much and remember so many good times and joys.

Jim Zimmerman

April 20, 2005

Miss you Jeanne, it's funny how as time goes by, I seem to miss you more, all the things you taught me about life--Love brother Jim

Memories... Memories

April 18, 2005

The House Family

April 16, 2005

Thinking of you Jeanne on your birthday. We miss you so much. Love, Rob, Glenna, Richard, William & Chester

Christmas 2004 (temporary) Marker

December 23, 2004

Linda Carlson Phelps

December 5, 2004

In high school chemistry class, we were taught that when the two elements, gold and silver, rest side by side - not touching - eventually molecules of gold will be detected on the block of silver and molecules of the silver will be found on the block of gold.

That chemistry lesson certainly applies to Jeanne's presence in our lives. She will always remain a part of us and we are changed because of her; we also became part of her and are still with her.

With the loss of Jeanne, I not only lost a friend but also lost more of the memories of my parents and home. Jeanne probably knew my parents more than any of my other friends and continued to correspond with them until my father died three years ago. When I cleaned out his room at the hospital there were several cards, handmade by Jeanne, on display.

Jeanne is blended into my memories of college, my family, travels, teaching, animals and of Jeanne's wonderful family. Christmas at the Zimmerman home looked like a Christmas card with the warmth coming from both the fireplace and the personalities of Jim and Jo Zimmerman, their family and a beloved dog.

I think of Jeanne every day and still catch myself thinking of something I must share with her.

Jeanne's had a gift of precise creativity that I have seldom seen since and will always find awesome.

My heart aches. I hope her family and friends find comfort in that which Jeanne has behind.

Deb Elliott

December 3, 2004

December 3rd,2004

Thinking of you often with many fond memories....Your star will always shine the brightest..and like

your Friendship, it will never go out. You will remain in all of our hearts forever. Missing you....

Deb Elliott

Friend & Former Neighbor

Mundelein, Illinois

Memory Gardens, Arlington Hts., Illinois

December 1, 2004

Fairy Columbine graces the ground

December 1, 2004

Rob and Glenna House

December 1, 2004

Not a day goes by without thinking of you. We miss you so much.

Love,

Rob and Glenna

Julianne B. Z. Rohmaller

December 1, 2004

Thinking of you always. Missing you so much.

Love,

Julie

Marty Reed

January 20, 2004

Jeanne was my sorority sister at Monmouth College. What fond memories I have of our times together. While our paths never really crossed after college, my neice Lynn Sagendorf who worked in the same school district and knew Jeanne, would keep me updated. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends. I'm thankful she touch my life as well.

Ingrid Koch, Julianne Zimmerman, Ann Lundquist, Jeanne Zimmerman

January 10, 2004

Deb Elliott

December 14, 2003

I was a next door neighbor to Jeanne for ten and a half years and we became friends. She was always so kind and thoughtful. I remember when we would have the Christmas Tree decorating parties--we would have our friends over and decorate the trees and sing Christmas Carols

and would exchange tree ornaments..

We would do both trees in one evening...and everyone that lived in our section of the building as well as the section across from us were there...Jeanne and I would go out on a Saturday morning with bow saws in hand, select our trees at Hayden's Tree Farm, and cut them and bring them back to the apt. We would share hot cocoa or hot cider

afterwards. We would also go to see the Joffrey Ballet, and to Theatre plays and also out to dinner. She was so much fun to be with! She moved about one year before I did..

and I missed her very much...it was not the same without her as my next door neighbor. I moved about a year after she did. She was always so kind and giving...she lived with her heart....she would spend much time preparing for class the next day....and she is the kind of teacher that I wish I had had when I was young--full of inspiration and ever so dedicated to the young people. I always marveled at all of the things she did for her students, as well as her friends and family. She was a very special friend as well as neighbor...and I am so glad that she touched my life

in such a special way...we also shared the same birthday. I remember the light blue and white gingham checked curtains she made for my kitchen when I lived next door to her...she also made me a laundry sack...both of which I still have and will always keep.I am going to miss her....she will live on in our hearts and our fond memories of the times we shared with her. I wish I had known about the special memorial service that

was held for her...I would have liked to attend and share my fond memories of Jeanne with everyone.

I am Blessed to have known her and had her as my friend,as well as my neighbor.....She is greatly missed by all.She will be the brightest star during this Christmas Holiday Season...she is watching over all of us.

Deb Elliott, Mundelein,Il

friend and former neighbor

Glenna [Simpson] House

December 9, 2003

Jeanne will be remembered as a caring and loving teacher as well as a mentor and a friend to all who knew her. To the people who knew Jeanne during the 35 years she taught at Diamond Lake and Fairhaven schools she is genuinely missed.

Jeanne touched the lives of so many children and families. She was the epitome of what we all hope a teacher should be: Somebody who loved and cared about children and always believed children could succeed. Jeanne was very careful about keeping parents informed about their children's progress. She was a very hands-on teacher in the long before individualized instruction was stressed in the school system.

Teaching colleagues who knew Jeanne said she tried to do whatever she could to inspire student learning. For example, she would bring in apples and show the children how to make applesauce, or bring in grapes and have them make grape juice. She would bring in corn and show children how Native Americans used to grind corn long ago. Jeanne would bring in a tractor seat so the children could sit in it and learn about a farmer’s life. In all of these very special ways she brought the subjects of math, science, social studies, and literature into the children’s daily lives.

Jeanne had a comprehensive collection of children's books. She had every book or songbook you could imagine and was organized enough to know where to find them. Jeanne was a resource in this way and a mentor to many teachers. As a tribute to her, most of her collection will be entered into the Diamond Lake School Libraries. Each book will contain a bookplate with Jeanne’s name on it.

Jeanne took a continuing interest in her students, fellow teachers, friends and family as individuals. Supporting them in so many ways… often she would surprise people with unexpected acts of kindness and gifts that were homemade.

We'll never forget her. Many of us feel she is watching over us now.

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Sandy Simonis

December 6, 2003

We have all lost a wonderful friend. Jeanne was the first teacher I met when I began teaching at Fairhaven School, 31 years ago. She always remained a friend and mentor.

Her kind and caring words and gifts to my children and my dogs will always be remembered.

I was heart-broken to miss the wonderful celebration of her life. I, too, wanted the opportunity to share my memories and spend time with dear friends. Please know I was with all of you in spirit.

As I decorate my tree this Christmas, I will think often of Jeanne. The many ornaments she gave my children through the years are like timelines of their childhoods.

Thanks for this opportunity to share my thoughts and a few of my memories.

Sandy

Charlene Sudds

December 5, 2003

My condolences to Julie, Jim, Shirley &Frakne as well as her relatives in California. The celebration of her life, that was held at the Kroenings,was wonderful. And the balloons that we released seemed a fitting ending.

Hallie Lemon

December 5, 2003

I first knew Jeanne long ago at Monmouth College where she was one of the pledges in our sorority. She later became the dear roommate and friend of my sister Glenna. Jeanne introduced Glenna to her cousin Rob House, who is now my brother-in-law. Jeanne was a wonderful Godmother to their children and a beloved member of their family. We all grieve her loss.

Jeanne's beauty and spirit shine through time...

December 3, 2003

Jeanne Zimmerman, Ann Lundquist Landers, Ingrid Koch-Adler

November 29, 2003

Keith Zimmerman

November 28, 2003

I extend my most sincere condolences to Julie and Jim on the passing of their sister and my cousin Jeanne. And I want to thank the many of Jeanne's friends who helped her and gave her strength through her illness. Lastly I would like to thank Betty Kroening for hosting a very fitting memorial for Jeanne and her friends and family.

Jeanne Marie Zimmerman - 04/16/1944 - 11/19/2003

Don Robert House

November 28, 2003

I was very impressed with the memorial celebration for Jeanne. More than fifty of you whose lives have been touched by her presence... All ages, men, women, boys and girls... everyone already missing her but sharing in the pleasures of memories of times spent together.

Our hosts were so kind to share their beautiful home. As I walked in the door I was met by the family dog and the hostess Betty. Once inside, the home was large open and inviting, filled with loving and caring people all wanting to greet us and full of hugs and smiles. Of course a few tears were shared all around.

The food was a collection of favorite recipes all presented in festive decorations. Photographs of Jeanne and her family and friends were on display. Examples of the kind and clever items that Jeanne so often made for different people were shared by all.

To honor Jeanne's love of music, songs of love and comradeship were sung. Several hours went by with each of us sharing our own experiences with Jeanne and the blessings she bestowed on us. Jeanne inspired and nurtured us. She always saw and brought out the best in us. It was quite clear that her memory will never be lost. She was a spiritual person that knew how to care and share better than so many others.

One of Jeanne's last wishes was to have the special "cookies" she provided for her dog Frakne, to be given to everyone to give to a dog. Everyone in attendance was anxious to get their biscuits. I don't think anyone left without at least two. (Our dog, Chester gave the biscuits a lot of sniffing before he took the biscuits to his special place to eat them, after which he was licking his chops for some time.)

All of us were happy to share memories and come together in celebration of her life with us. As I mentioned to everyone, I took many digital photographs of the memorial celebration and put them on CD-ROM discs. If any of you would like one of these discs, just send me an email and I will be happy to mail one to you.

Love one another...

Rob

Deb Elliott

November 22, 2003

Dear Julieanne and Jim,and Jeanne's beloved dog, Frakne,

I am so very deeply saddened to learn of Jeanne's passing. I hope that your fond memories, Faith, and the love of family and friends will

help and give you comfort during this most difficult time.

Jeanne had many friends as well as her family and her beloved dog, Frakne, who will miss her very much.

I extend my Very Deepest Sympathy

to you, Julieanne, and Jim,and to her beloved Frakne, as well as to all of her other friends who will miss her deeply.

Please give me a call, Julieanne..

(Charlene has my numbers.)If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.

With My Very Deepest Sympathy,

Deb Elliott,friend and former

neighbor

Deb Elliott

November 22, 2003

Dear Julieanne and Jim and Jeanne's beloved dog,Frakne,

I am very deeply saddened to learn of Jeanne's passing. I send my very deepest condolences to you, her family, and all of her many friends.

May your Faith,friends, and Family

be of comfort to you during this most difficult time.

Julieanne, please give me a call.

With Very Deepest Sympathy,

Deb Elliott,friend and former

neighbor