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Jean Zainer Obituary

Zainer, Jean D. Died December 8, 2007. Surrounded by his loving family. Jean served 23 years as a Greendale Professional Fire Fighter and pioneering EMT. He will be deeply missed but always remembered as a kind, smart, funny, and humble man of the highest integrity. Adored grampa of Stephanie Jean (the hobbingobblin), Eric (the offensive linesman), and Kevin (the little guy). Cherished father of Michelle Zainer Hobbins and Leanne Zainer; father-in-law to Bill Hobbins and Tony Dirksen. Worshipped by all dogs. Also survived by sisters June Zrofsky, Jill Helm, Judy Fietz, and Julie Zainer; nephews and fishing partners Gary, Greg, Jeff, Mark; friend and brother-in-law John Zrofsky; former wife Bonnie Zainer; other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to the Greendale Fire Department. Visitation Thursday, December 13, from 4:00-6:30PM, at the FUNERAL HOME. Followed by Remembrance at 6:30 PM. SCHMIDT & BARTELT Funeral and Cremation Services 106 West Silver Spring Drive Whitefish Bay 414-964-3040

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2007.

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Colleen, Jim & Kennedy McGuigan

December 17, 2007

To Michelle, Bill & the kids-- We are so saddened to hear of your tremendous loss. May your remembrances of your father and grandfather ease your pain during this time.

Joan Szalacinski

December 17, 2007

Dear Michelle and family,
I was sorry to hear of Jean's passing. I didn't know him personally, but I'm sure my husband did, Ray. I also know John Zrofsky from years ago. God will bless him and you, and your family.
Joan Szalacinski

Stephanie Jean Hobbins

December 14, 2007

dad
brother
uncle
cousin
fire man
reservist
cook
role model
caregiver
a chouffeur to a bunch of teenage girls
babysitter
packer fan
milwaukee county zoo pass member
tickle monster
beetlejuice
snottergonse
soda lover
movie watcher
a dish washer
dog wisperer
a talk-back-at the-tv politic
a smartee
fruitsnack giver
a beanie baby collector
dogpetter
a ballet/football/swimming/soccer supporter
walker, or should I say speed-walker
hiker
alaskan explorer
got to all animals
neighbor
friend
mentor
teacher
storyteller
fighter
hero
survivor
braveheart
life saver in more ways than one
waiter
listener
giver
loved man
man who loved
a man never to be forgotten
my grandpa

Masnah Coppola

December 13, 2007

Dear Michelle and Bill:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We are sorry for your loss.

With deepest sympathy:
Mas and Steve Coppola

Justin, Mary, Sam & Will Laus

December 12, 2007

Dear Michelle, Bill and family
We are very sorry to hear of your loss
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

Dodie, Dave, Ben, Grace and Betsy Woodis

December 11, 2007

Dear Leanne ,Tony, and Family,
We are so sorry to learn of your father's passing.
Please know that while we can not be with you on Thursday, we will be holding you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary Bess Michaletz and Kelly Jo Hogquist

December 11, 2007

To Leanne Michelle and family-

Kelly and I are so sorry about Jean's passing. What a great dad, grandpa, friend and firefighter. I'm sure the stories of his greatness will come pouring in and you'll be even more amazed by all of the lives he touched with his generosity intelligence and mischievious spirit.

Jim and Sharron Ziemer

December 11, 2007

Dear Michelle, Leanne, Bonnie and family,
We will always remember Jean in our hearts, for his wonderful sense of fun and the his quick wit. We will always cherish our memories of being neighbors on Tower Road. We had a lot of fun with pizza, kool aid and the Game of Life. Through the years we drifted apart but always picked up on our friendship when we met. Take care all of you.
You have our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers. All our love,
Jim and Sharron Ziemer

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