Richard Glenn Zeller

Richard Glenn Zeller obituary

Richard Glenn Zeller

Richard Zeller Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 18, 2025.
Richard Glenn Zeller, 67, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on August 11, 2025, in Tampa, Florida.

Rick was born on August 5, 1958, in Indianapolis, Indiana, son of the late William C. Zeller, Sr. and Carolyn Keach Zeller. Rick is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Jennifer Moore Zeller, and four children, Richard G. Zeller, Jr. of Muncie, Indiana; Matthew Zeller (Amanda) of Muncie, Indiana; Alexa Kruger (Luke) of Indianapolis, Indiana; and Jena Leach (Stetson) of Franklin, Indiana. Rick is also survived by his two brothers, Steve Zeller (Vicki) of Columbus, Indiana and Tim Zeller (Pam) of Columbus, Indiana. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren Isabel Zeller, Thomas Zeller, Samira Zeller, Maxwell Redicker, Adriana Leach, Joyana Leach, and Kate Kruger. He was preceded in death by his brothers William C. Zeller, Jr., and Randall K. Zeller.

Rick attended Ball State University where he was Vice President of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity. After starting his career with the Sherwin Williams Company, he joined Zeller Insurance Agency, founded by his father, in 1987. He became a partner in the agency in 2011. In 2022 Rick retired and moved to Ft. Myers Beach, Florida where he resided until his death.

Rick loved soaking up the sun and long walks on the beach with his wife Jennifer. Rick loved to entertain and cook for his family. He enjoyed celebrating life with his wife, children and grandchildren. He was an avid boater, piloting his "Nauti Hoosier" boat around the waters of south Florida chasing sunsets. Rick was skilled at working with his hands and building things, including two houses and two post-hurricane renovations at his home in Florida. He was a die-hard Indianapolis Colts and Indiana Hoosier fan. He was a long-time member of Harrison Lake Country Club in Columbus, Indiana.

He was a passionate but inconsistent golfer and loved to spend time with his lifelong buddies. Every year, Rick enjoyed get togethers and golf outings with his tight group of lifelong friends, most of whom he met in junior high school. When they weren't together, they were always talking about getting together. While the group will never be the same without him, they will remember his ability to make them laugh and always cherish his memory.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. The family asks that any donations or memorial contributions on Rick's behalf be made to Fort Myers Beach Strong (fmbstrong.org) or the Melanoma Research Foundation (melanoma.org).

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Bill and Virginia Meehan

Earlier today

We wish to send our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of Rick. May he rest in peace.

Elaine Johnson

August 21, 2025

Rick was a great guy and will deeply missed by Jennifer, family and all friends!
Sorry to family.

Al Saibini, Nevada Alpha '76

August 21, 2025

In coelo quies est.

Susan Emerson

August 20, 2025

So very sorry to hear of Rick`s passing. God be with all of Rick`s family and his close friends. My very sincere condolences. Susan Emerson.

Tim Huston

August 20, 2025

Sending condolences to the family of Rick Zeller . God go with all during this difficult time. He was one who always put a smile on your face - one of his many gifts , to be remembered by .

Bruce Borthwick

August 20, 2025

Will miss you brother YITB #24[0

Tom Bates

August 19, 2025

So very sorry to have heard this. Our families have known each other from church and school, so yes, MANY MANY years. Peace to you Rick. Tom Bates and family.

KITTY aRNDT

August 19, 2025

My deepest sympathy to you Jennifer and your wonderful family. He will be missed so much Kitty Arndt

Annette Mcclintic

August 18, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Lori Melton

August 18, 2025

We are so very sorry for your loss. The family is in our thoughts and prayers

Mary Ann Beasley (1st wife, mother of Rick Jr and Matther Zeller.

August 18, 2025

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