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Laurence Peters
September 7, 2015
My condolences to the Zarder family. Mr. Zarder hired me for my first job in a new country. My family had come from Canada in 1967. I think he hired me in 1968. I have fond memories of that time and I owe it to Mr.Zarder. Thank you. Larry Peters
Kathi Tackman-Boziel
June 23, 2015
I enjoyed working for the Zarders for 6 years. Mr. Zarder taught me about having a strong work ethic and though he was a stern man, he made me laugh on many occasions. I on the other hand , drove him crazy, but he always had a soft spot for me.I will always have great memories of Zarders and the friends I made.My condolences to Mrs. Zarder , Mrs. Pingel and family. Cheryl Theigs would agree. God's blessings Kathi Tackman Boziel
Tom Schroeder
June 18, 2015
Kurt & Jim, My sympathies to your family. Good memories of the Appleton Ave. spot. Happy hour on Greenfield ave. He was a good guy.
Skip Biltz
June 18, 2015
Don Zarder was a consummate restaurateur. He and wife Audrey treated patrons of their restaurants as not just customers... but more like family. Don at the door "directing traffic", seating many customers personally and Audrey in her restaurant "whites" checking everything to be sure all was right from kitchen to dinning room. What a team!
The first snow of winter signaled a trip to Zarder's to see the Christmas lights that surrounded the entryway to the New Berlin restaurant. Belgian waffles for the kids and stuffed pork chops for the adults, prepared and served by a well trained and supervised staff. Bird feeders outside the windows all year long and in spring, the return of the waterfall beyond the feeders, surrounded by ferns and flowers.
1st class all the way. Always 1st class.
Devoted to his family and to the industry he served so well.
God's speed, Mr. Zarder.
Gregg Fitzpatrick
June 18, 2015
Our sincerest condolences to Jim and his entire family on your loss. May God Bless your Dad, and all of your loved ones.
John Radmer
June 16, 2015
My deepest condolences to the entire family.Don helped shape me into the person I am. I will never forget my 20 years at Zarder's Reasaurant
John C. Radmer
Tom Kneiser
June 15, 2015
Many thanks to Don for his guidance, knowledge and friendship. He was a quiet and humble leader who was a positive role model to every life he touched. Thank you Don.
Tom Kneiser
Dick and Lenore Warwick
June 15, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Zarder and Pingle family ....Don is in a beter place and no more pain....thoughts and prayers are being sent .....God Bless
June 15, 2015
Deepest sympathies to the entire Zarder family. Many memories of the times our folks (Ken and Mary Ann) shared with Don and Audrey in the restaurant industry.
Jeff and Jennifer Amos
June 14, 2015
Kurt, we are sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 14, 2015
Zarder's! What a place! Fond, fond memories of their wonderful sundaes and chili! Rest in peace, Don!
June 14, 2015
We are but a stranger here heaven is our home.
Don you have the largest restaurant to handle in heaven You will do the best to help all that you serve.
May God put his loving arms around his family to comfort them with all of their loving memories
Betty Wheaton Franciscan Hospice
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