Donald Zym

Donald J. Zym, 87, of Franklin Lakes, passed away peacefully in his home on December 2,
2023. He was born on April 14, 1936 in Paterson, New Jersey.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Rose, of 61 years and children, Donna Munao and former
spouse Frederick Munao, Tammy Vallar and spouse Robert Vallar and son Donald Zijm. He was
a loving grandfather to four grandchildren, Roberto, Maximilian, Dallas Rose and Alexander.
As a young man he served in the United States Air Force, worked at Hoffmann-LaRoche at the
time of marriage, and at age 40 became an entrepreneur. He had much success starting his
own company, Effective Air Balance, Inc. which he ran until his retirement. He served on the
board of directors of the Associated Air Balance Council and was a leader in his field for more
than two decades.
He was active in his community, participating in various clubs and community events, including
serving on the town pool commission while living in Totowa.
After retirement, he began taking art classes and took up painting as a hobby.
He enjoyed his free time at second homes in Brigantine, New Jersey and then later in Naples,
Florida, where he spent winters with his wife for two decades.
He is predeceased by his parents, Orie and Rose Zym. He grew up as one of three children,
survived by his brother John and sister, Roseann.
He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Memorial visitation Sunday December 10th, 2023 from 9:00am to 11:30am at Vander Plaat Funeral Home of Wyckoff. Funeral service 11:30am followed by military honors.
In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to a charity of your choice.