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James F. Zigler

FUNERAL HOME

C.S. Warthman Funeral Home, Inc.

69 North Main Street

Union City, Pennsylvania

James Zigler Obituary

James F. Zigler, 58, of 29 South Main St., Union City, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2012, following a lengthy illness. He was born in Erie on June 25, 1953, a son of the late David E. and Grace E. Moore Zigler. Jim was a lifelong carpenter and had belonged to the Carpenters Union in Erie prior to his illness. He was also an accomplished musician, having been a self-taught drummer. He was proud to have played drums with numerous local bands including "Silver Creek" and "Brotherhood." He enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his children and family. He was a social member of the John Kroll VFW Post and the LaBarron Post 237, American Legion, both in Union City. Jim is survived by a son, Steven J. Zigler, State College, Pa.; a daughter, Jamie R. Zigler, Union City; a brother, David E. Zigler (Beverly); three sisters, Vanessa A. McGuire, Debra J. Greishaw (John), and Kimberly A. Uber (Patrick); and by a special friend, Jeannette Peterson, all of Union City. He is further survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the C.S. Warthman Funeral Home, 69 North Main Street, Union City, on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., and are invited to attend a service there on Friday at 11 a.m., with Rev. Dennis Fetter of the Asbury United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Union City.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Jan. 25, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for James Zigler

34 Entries

Jeannette Peterson

August 19, 2012

Jim,
Hey it's Jeannette. Have been thinking a lot about you today. The closer Jamie's birthday is and you will not be here to share her 8th birthday the sadder I am. Can not believe you have been gone for 8 months already, it still feels like yesterday. I have a very hard time looking at your pictures.. every time I do I cry for you.

Not sure what or how Jamie will handle her birthday being the first one that you are not here to wish her a happy birthday.. I am grateful she goes to school that day it will keep her mind off of things.
Love you bunches, for ever and always.
Love
Jeannette

Jeannette Peterson

April 30, 2012

Jim today is April 30th and you have been gone so long already .3 months seems like forever. so many days I just want to climb in a hole to be with you... I never thought I would hurt so bad but I just miss you so much, Jamie does to and is going thru some very hard times.. there is not a day that has not went by that I have not thought about you and many many days that I still cry for you.
I went to the dam the other day where we would go for walks.. i dreamed of holding your hand as i walked across and cried the whole way.. as I am doing right now ... .how long does it take to get over the hurt.. there are so many things that I wish could be changed.. I know for a fact though i wish i could of given you one last hug and one last kiss..
your forever in my heart I love you so much
love from your blue eyed girl

Jim in 2004

Jeannette Peterson

February 11, 2012

Jim gettting ready to play when in Silver Creek Band

Jeannette Peterson

February 11, 2012

Jeannette Peterson

February 9, 2012

As the weeks go by I still cry...you left to soon we had plans to do things...that left with you... you took a piece of my heart with you and I kept a piece of your heart with me.....I write every day in my Journal Jim, because there are so many things that I dont want Jamie to forget..I will be telling her what a wonderful man you are.... and of the memories I have of you...I wish I could give her more... I just dont want her to forget you.. you are her father, daddy and now her guardian angel.... we both miss you terribly and wish you was here... god bless you hun love you & miss you always Jeannette & Jamie

on a card we found after you died... you wrote these words to me. ~~ "things will get better!!!" ~~~ and I have to believe that even though right now I can not see how

Steve Matteson

February 8, 2012

Jeannette,You don't know me my name is Steve Matteson,I useed to set up band equipment for the band when Jim,Jim Engles, Gary Hyde,and Jim Dean had the band in the early seventies.I've known Jim for about 44 years He was a very good friend,and I just wanted to send my condolences.

Todd Van Tassell

February 4, 2012

I can still remember your face, your jokes and your smile ,They go on and on. they go on in my mind for a million miles.
Mr and Mrs Todd Van Tassell. John Krol Post 6773

George & Marsha Kerr

January 31, 2012

It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
With Loving Memories

January 29, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you all,now and always.

Your cousin,

Anne Zeigler Palmer

Jeanette and Reid Bidwell

January 26, 2012

Thoughts ànd prayers with all Jim's family and friends. Losing someone is never easy, but as time goes by and life moves forward know that you will always have wonderful memories of Jim. Someday you will think about something funny he did and you'll smile.

Bruce Bliley

January 26, 2012

I am sorry and saddened by Jim's passing. Jim and I were in a band together in the 70s, and I treasure those memories very much. Jim was a good friend and he will be missed.

micki langton

January 26, 2012

my thoughts and prayers are withyou all in the family, and extended family jeannette and daughter didnt know he was ill!

Rhonda Sopher

January 26, 2012

Jeanette and Jamie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May a little healing come with time. Be strong for Jamie. Just listening and being there for her is the comfort she needs. We love you both very much.

Debby and jerry vanguilder

January 25, 2012

our thoughts and prayers are with jim's family. jim and i graduated together and he was the best man at our wedding in 1975. he was a wonderful man and will be missed by all

Darlene Pieper

January 25, 2012

My prayers and sympathy to Jims family and loved ones. We will always remember his wonderful smile and personality. Jim was such a great guy I will miss his loving and kind smile and comments everyday. Jim was just like family to myself and BUDS family as well. We will miss you so much Jim a true friend indeed! Sadly missed but always remembered with a smile! I know God holds a special place up there for you with Bud and my Father-in-law by your side who both thought the world of Jim. Rest in peace our friend may God be with you and your family always.

ken vamos

January 25, 2012

Dave,Vanessa,

I am so sorry for your loss.Jim was "A" #1,in my book,He will be missed by all.You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Respectfully.
ken

Kathy Tripp

January 25, 2012

My prayers and sympathy to Jim's family and loved ones. He was a great guy and a classmate I always remember fondly and with smiles.

Gary Hyde

January 25, 2012

To Jim's Family, My deepest sympathy for your loss. As you know, Zeke and I go back for over 40+ years as a friend and bandmate. I will miss him and think about our times together often. I'm sure God has a special set of drums set up for him there. Rest in peace Zeke and keep rockin !

Pamela & Juan Calix

January 25, 2012

to the family of Jim and especially his children take comfort in knowing that he is not in pain or suffering any more. God bless you all especially my niece Jamie and her Mom Jeannette. i am sorry that i can not be there in person for you but know that i am here for you and will do what ever i can to help you guys through this time. Jim was a good person my husband and i liked him we may not have always seen eye to eye but we still cared about him. Jeannette just remember he will never be gone for good as you will always have a piece of him through Jamie. take care i love you guys sending hugs and kisses and all of the prayers and strength i can send your way. truly sorry for the lose of Jim. RIP-Jim go and take comfort in the arms of Jesus and know that you will not suffer or be in pain any more.

jeremy Beatty

January 25, 2012

He was a great friend he will be greatly missed!

Janie George

January 25, 2012

R.I.P. Jimmy, your children and all your loved ones will miss your smiling face and your warm heart.

Amber Ester

January 25, 2012

Very sorry for ur loss:(my prayers are with the family:)didn't know him well but I met him and my father and grandparents knew him well:( god bless

LINDA FISH

January 25, 2012

WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JIM'S PASSING WE WILL HOLD YOU IN OUR PRAYERS.
LOVE ROD AND LINDA FISH AND FAMILY WATERFORD PA.

Natasha Peterson

January 25, 2012

I know we didn't alway get along, but I know you cared. I love you and I'm sorry that I never said it. I'll miss you! Love, Natasha

Brenda Blystone-Brown

January 25, 2012

Prayers and sympathy to the family. May your memories sustain you in the days ahead.

annette williams

January 25, 2012

so sorry to hear about jim passing, jamie dear now he will your personal gaurdian angel hun, sorry ti the rest of jim family as well specially jeannette a close friend of mine , we all love you both very much. sign annette williams & james klakamp & family.

cathy owen

January 25, 2012

he will be missed dearly jim was a wonderful man may god be with his family a little daughter at this time

Regina Kerr Group

January 25, 2012

To Jimmy's family ;My condolences are with his brother and sisters and his children and Jeanette.May you R.I.P Jimmy you will be sadly missed.

Ron Larson

January 25, 2012

My sincere condolences to Jimmy's family and loved ones. You are in my thoughts. He had a kind soul, and always made me laugh. Remember the good and how he touched your lives. He was a Son, a Brother, a Father, an Uncle, and a Friend. He will never be forgotten.

Nicole Stroup

January 25, 2012

So sorry for your loss.Jimmy was such a sweet person.He will always be in our hearts.

Lauri Lewis-Costello

January 25, 2012

God Bless you Jimmy Z. It was so wonderful to know you and share special times in the band together. You were such a sweet brother/bandmate always a protector. Rest in peace

Jeannette Peterson

January 25, 2012

Dear Jim,
Though you have not been gone very long, it feels like a million years, I have cried every day and all day for you, I just wish you was here with me and Jamie, I wish I was with you when you left so you was not alone...I can not quit thinking of you and could really use a good talk and hug from you. We may not of been living together but I can say I loved you deeply more than most ppl knew, but you knew and thats what matters...please be me and Jamies gaurdian angel and protect us. Jamie has asked so many question and wants to know why all the people she loves leaves her and she is so afraid I will leave her.. I dont plan on going anywhere..but then I was truly hoping you would get better to Jim.. everytime I think of you I start to cry....I just dont know how I can stay strong for Jamie when I can not stay strong for myself..That Little girl of ours I can honestly say has been a whole lot stronger than me right now..shes one tough cookie.. Tomorrow I will see you for one last time and I just dont know how I will handle it.. Jim I love you and I will forever miss you and keep you in my heart.. God please take care of him.

Sara Sheppard

January 25, 2012

I do not know your loved one but I feel your pain, my prayers are with you.

Randy Weed

January 25, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Jim will be missed by all.

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