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Robert C. "Bob" Zimmerman
1949 - 2025
BORN
1949
DIED
2025
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Robert Zimmerman Obituary
Robert Charles Zimmerman, 76, known to many as "Bob," of Toledo, Ohio, passed away at Hospice of Northwest Ohio on September 22, 2025. He was born in Toledo, Ohio, on July 8, 1949.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James William Zimmerman Sr. and Carolyn May (Miller) Zimmerman; and by his brother, Frederick Howard Zimmerman.
Bob is survived by his daughter, Susan May Zimmerman (Ryan Pliner); and Jeffery Owen Zimmerman (Melissa). He is also survived by his brothers, Dr. James William Zimmerman Jr. (Nancy), and John Edward Zimmerman (Marsha). Known affectionately as "Uncle Bob" by his eight nieces and nephews, Dr. James William Zimmerman III (Erica), Mary Christine Watkins (Kennedy), Robin May Helzerman, April Marie Schafer (Neal), Elizabeth Grace Lewis (Alex), Abby Miller Zimmerman, Peter Frederick Zimmerman, and Kate Nicole Zimmerman; great-nieces and nephews, Lucas, Felix and Asher Helzerman, Scarlett and Stella Schafer, and Nolan Zimmerman; his family was a rich source of joy and pride to him.
Bob was the life of the party, the kind of person who could fill a room with laughter the moment he walked in. He was known for his quick wit, often delivering a sharp remark or even a well-timed "Eff-you" that somehow made people feel more like friends than offended. Bob had a gift for connection, making friends with anyone and everyone, and he carried that spirit everywhere he went. He was quick to extend an invitation to Thanksgiving, welcoming others to his table as though they had always been part of the family. His humor, warmth, and generosity created memories that will be cherished by all who knew him.
He would most certainly want everyone to raise a glass and cheer "Ein Prosit" or any of your preferred toasts in honor of him.
A viewing will be held Friday, September 26, 2025, from 2–8 p.m., with a memorial service Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 11 a.m., both at Walter Funeral Home, 4653 Glendale Avenue, Toledo, Ohio. Please visit: https://youtube.com/live/wv9Jr_3uldI?feature=share to livestream the service. Those wishing to offer a memorial are asked to consider, in Bob's name, to The Old Newsboys Goodfellow Association, www.toledonewsboys.org.
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