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Mark Zimmer Obituary
Mark James Zimmer, age 59, of Delaware, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021 after a prolonged illness at his residence. Born July 21, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio, he is the son of Harold James "Zeke" and Yancey Ann (Roberts) Zimmer. Mark is a graduate of St. Francis DeSales High School, class of 1979 where he was the first four-time high school, Ohio State wrestling champion. At 16 years of age, he was world champion. He was a two-time All American and he came in second at the 1984 Olympic Trials. Mark received his bachelor's degree from Oklahoma University in political science and recreation in 1985. He continued at Oklahoma University as an assistant wrestling coach. More recently he volunteered as a wrestling coach at St. Francis DeSales High School. He worked for Continental Inc., as the director of sales in flooring. He was an active member of The Abruzzi Club playing bocce. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Columbus, Ohio. Mark is survived by his loving wife, Brenda Joyce (Cole) Zimmer; a daughter, Lauren Cole Zimmer of Grandview, Ohio; three brothers, Patrick Joseph (Kimberly) Zimmer of Columbus, Ohio, Michael Thomas (Meta) Zimmer of Norman, Oklahoma, John Matthew (James Stewart) of Arundel, United Kingdom; one sister, Christine Marie (Patrick) McCarthy of Cleveland, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews. There where be a private family service followed by a memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made to Mark Zimmer's DeSales Wrestling Fund in care of The Catholic Foundation, 257 East Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43215, www.catholic.foundation.org . Arrangements are by Roberts Funeral Home, Logan, Ohio. Letters of condolence may be left at robertsfuneralhomelogan.com
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Dan "Boone" Young
December 8, 2022
Having just hearing of Marks´ passing, I am deeply saddened by this news. Being Marks´ cousin, I´ve known him most of his life. Even at our family reunions, Mark, his brothers, and I would being wrestling around in the grass. Mark was, truly, a remarkable athlete. Rest in peace, cousin !! "GUTS ARE GOLDEN"
Dan Garrick
February 28, 2021
To the Zimmer Family
On behalf of the students, faculty, administration, parents, and alumni of Saint Francis DeSales High School please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of this beautiful soul.
To all who were blessed to know Mark it was readily apparent that his love of Christ , family and friends were his greatest priorities. Mark was a true inspiration in the way that he lived his life. The term CHAMPION is used universally by those who knew and loved Mark and there is no question he was the personification of that word. Mark was a champion in that he lived with passion and he lived for others. Simply put, Mark was a humble servant of Christ. He was an example of a living Disciple.
The Saint Francis DeSales community and our world has lost a profound difference maker. To his beautiful wife, daughter, parents, siblings , and countless friends please know that our school community holds you in our prayers. May Christ's love and the warmth of your memories lift you during these difficult days.
Eternal rest be granted to him O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Peace and God's Blessings,
Dan Garrick
Principal
Saint Francis DeSales High School
Dan Stefancin
February 22, 2021
My condolences to the Zimmer Family. Mark set the standard for wrestling in the state of Ohio and was a true example of what it meant to be a Humble CHAMPION. Met he Rest In Peace
Jim & Sandy Foster
February 19, 2021
Brenda & Lauren
There are no words to express the emptiness we all feel. Mark is in a better place, free of pain and in the peace of God. While we ache, his memory and acts that only Mark could accomplish, fill our hearts. God rest his soul.
Jim & Sandy Foster
Lou Tiberi
February 19, 2021
Lou and I are so sorry for your loss. We send our love and prayers to you.
Betty Tiberi
Mike and Julie Duckworth
February 18, 2021
Mr and Mrs Zimmer and family. So sorry to hear about Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Happily remembering our families’ trip to Ocean Isle.
Tom & Laura Martin
February 18, 2021
Laura and I are sorry to hear about Mark. What a good person. We really enjoyed seeing him, Pat and Jim at some of the wrestling matches over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Pete, Karen, Jennifer and Jason Allen; Bob Preston; Joe East
February 18, 2021
Words can't express how sadden we are to hear about Mark. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering the family and your loved one today and always. We are so sorry for your loss.
Pete, Karen Allen and Family
February 18, 2021
Words can't express how saddened we are to hear about Mark. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering the family and Mark today and always. We are so sorry for your loss.
Dan & Kathy Foldesy
February 18, 2021
Our prayers are with the Zimmer Family. Mark set the standard for Ohio Wrestling. He was not only a great Champion he was a great person. I feel very fortunate to have crossed paths on the wrestling mat with Mark. A classy humble champion who inspired everyone.
george perkins
February 18, 2021
All of our family shares your loss, and we hope God's grace will give you strength. We take comfort in knowing Mark is at peace. God Bless You. Margaret and George Perkins, and Family
Tom Mulligan
February 17, 2021
So sorry about Mark’s passing. He was a wonderful person. Enjoyed our times at DeSales wrestling events. Will keep him in our prayers. Love to all the family. MaryKay and Tom Mulligan.
Gregg and Meredith Scott
February 17, 2021
In the loving memory of a truly great man. He will be missed by many but the legacy that he created is of a caliber that few on this earth will ever know and that legacy will live on forever. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Brenda, Lauren, Zeke, Yancy and the entire Zimmer family and friends.
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