Dora Zinsser Obituary
Dora Zinsser, age 94, of Glenshaw on Thursday April 3, 2025. Beloved wife of 67 years to the late Earl J. Zinsser; loving mother of Harry (Lori) Zinsser, Craig Zinsser, Connie (Richard) Weichel, William (Michelle) Zinsser, Earl “EJ” Zinsser, and Elaine (Thomas) Flecker; proud grandmother of Lauren (Michael) Ikeda, Jordan Weichel, Nicole Zinsser, Anna Zinsser, and Will Zinsser; dear great grandmother of Izzy and Landon Ikeda. Dora was a true Italian matriarch, renowned for her incredible cooking and warm hospitality. Her table was always laden with homemade pasta, sauce, and pastries, a true reflection of her passion for serving others and her loving heart. We will forever cherish the joy she brought to our family through her food. She was known for her luck playing cards and at the casino and was also an avid sports fan. She will forever be in our hearts. Friends will be received on Saturday from 2 PM until the time of service at 4 PM at the Bock Funeral Home, Ltd., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Emmanuel Lutheran Church: 66 Grant Ave. Etna PA 15223
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