Martha Louise "Lou" Zumer

Martha Louise "Lou" Zumer obituary, Mebane, NC

Martha Louise "Lou" Zumer

Martha Zumer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 2, 2024.
Louise "Lou" Zumer, aged 92, of Mebane, NC, passed away on March 30, 2024. She was born on August 29, 1931, in Bushy Fork, NC. Louise spent her childhood on a farm in the Roxboro area and later resided in Mebane. She was a devoted Christian, cherishing her Bible and gospel music. Louise was married to John Turner in her youth and had two daughters, Shirley and Teresa. In her later years, she found happiness with her husband Frank Zumer, and together they explored the world and embraced new experiences.

Louise dedicated 43 years to Peaches 'N Cream in Mebane, starting in the sewing room and ascending to the role of design coordinator, where she reported directly to the company president. She obtained her realtor's license and worked alongside Frank in F&L Associates, a residential building company.

Louise was a member of the Mebane Methodist Church. Her hobbies included sewing, scrapbooking, hiking, and traveling. She was an adventurous soul who adored the outdoors and cherished moments with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Louise is survived by her daughter Teresa Dallas and her husband Tim, granddaughter Katie Dallas and partner Chris Everett, grandson Jason Dallas and his wife Jen, great-grandchildren Brinkley, Tristan, Everleigh, and Juliette Dallas, as well as her siblings David Chambers, Joseph Chambers, Anne Dodson, Lilly Lowery, and Peggy Hall. She was preceded in death by her parents Harvey and Elizabeth (Lizzy) Chambers, daughter Shirley Harris, husband Frank Zumer, and siblings Charlie Chambers and Francis Ellis.

A memorial service to honor Louise's life will be at The Whitehouse in Mebane on April 13. Walker's Funeral Home in Mebane, NC, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Olivia F

February 2, 2025

I´m sorry to read about the passing of Louise. I enjoyed working with her at Peaches `n Cream in the 1990s. She had a great sense of humor. I like her daughter and son in law and remember when Louise´s first grandchild was born. I ultimately took care of her grand cat Howard Dean when the family moved to Japan for a couple of years. RIP Louise and hello to family members who read this and remember me. you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Brenda Gentry

April 3, 2024

Theresa Leland and I are so sorry for your loss. Aunt Louise was a special lady. I remember the weekends that we would come visit.

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