WILLIAM D. ZERBE

1953 - 2015

Bill Zerbe, 61, Albuquerque resident and one of the best Hammond players around passed away on Friday, February 27, 2015. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 20 years, Bette; children, Stacy Moore (Blake), and Brandon Zerbe ( Margaret), both of Kansas City, MO; five grandchildren, Grace, Kylee, Jordan, Blake, Jr., and Vivi; his parents Paul and Marilyn Zerbe; three sisters; Paula Carter (John), Jeanie Jones (Bill), and Debbie Zerbe (Bennie). He was preceded in death by his daughter, Shannon Zerbe. Bill was born in Kansas City, MO and spent most of his high school years in San Diego. At 16 he became involved in martial arts in Kansas City eventually earning his 3rd degree black belt in Hopkito and also served his Kansas City Community as a member of the Kansas City Police Force. Among his many talents he is most known for his music. He began playing the organ in his grandfather's church in Kansas City, played during his high school in San Diego; became famous in Kansas City playing with numerous bands such as Cotton Candy and BWB Blues Band. He and Bette moved to San Francisco where he played in several bands before coming to Albuquerque where he continued to play, most recently with Mystic Vic. Bill will always be remembered for his musical talent, his kindness and compassion, and his devotion to his family. Service will be held on Friday, March 6, 2015 from 10:00a.m. to 2:00 p.m. French -Westside at any time during that time friends are welcome to visit with his family and participate in a spiritual ceremony. Please visit our online guestbook for Bill at www.FrenchFunerals.com