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Lynne Ziegler Obituary
October 18, 1944 - October 3, 2020
Port Charlotte, FL
On Saturday, October 3, 2020, Lynne Ziegler, loving mother and friend to many, passed away peacefully at the age of 75.
Lynne was born on October 18, 1944 to Charles and Mary Ziegler. She worked for the United States Government at West Point in the Office of Civilian Personnel and for the Social Security Administration. She raised two boys, Victor and Charles Pignataro.
Lynne put forth great efforts into everything she believed in or became involved with. She was actively involved with the Charlotte Players, Friends of the Port Charlotte Public Library, Punta Gorda Elks Club #2606, and the Port Charlotte Woman's Club. She enjoyed arts and crafts, fishing, sail boating, and donating her time to various causes. She is known for her kindness and compassion for others, good humor, "tell it as it is attitude", her quirky sayings, and her unwavering devotion to her family and friends.
Lynne was preceded in death by her father, Charles Ziegler, her mother, Mary (DeCrosta) Ziegler, her stepfather, Samuel Podell, and her stepmother, Mary Grizola. She is survived by her sons, Victor and Charles Pignataro, their respective spouses Jennifer and Sharon, six grandchildren, and her ex-husband and friend, Steven Pignataro.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the Charlotte Players from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The address for the Charlotte Players is: 1182 Market Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33953. The phone number is 941-255-1022.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Charlotte Players.
The family is touched and humbled by so many people that have expressed their condolences and shared a part of her life with us.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lynne Ziegler
Kathleen Gonzales
October 5, 2024
Time passes but special memories never will.
Kathleen and Chris
Louise M Mancinelli
October 4, 2023
Best billiards partner and fun times. Miss Lynne in all we did together.
Angela Case
October 4, 2023
Lynne and I were cousins. We had many good times together. Her passing has been a great loss to so many. May she rest in peace
Chris
October 4, 2022
Can't believe it's been two years.
We think of Lynn with fond memories often.
Kathleen and Chris gonzales
Louise M Mancinelli, cousin
October 4, 2022
I still can´t believe Lynne is in the next Dimension. She is in the Heart of God with all our family and experiencing all we knew. I still miss calling her to talk with her. She always said we were 2 nuts on our family tree! There are 4 of our first cousins here and miss the other 4 who have led the way to where they are. She is with my best friend of 40 years, Patricia Nicholson who also went to God on August 11, 2020. Grieving them is a hard process.
Betty Seddon
October 20, 2020
She was a great friend to Gary and myself.Gary always spoke of her at Charlotte players.May she be enjoying theatre with Gary in a better place.All my condolences and love to her family,Especially Steve.
Love Betty Seddon
Renee Ziegler
October 18, 2020
My heart is heavy with the passing of Aunt Lynne. She was my friend, mentor and an all around amazing person who always filled your heart with happiness and laughter. I loved visiting her in Port Charlotte and going through the genealogy books she created, collecting sharks teeth on the beach, sailing and learning all about the new hobbies and projects she had under way. We always stayed in touch and she and I could talk for hours, always losing track of time. I will miss her dearly and our hearts are filled with sadness but the ones we love will never be forgotten as we reminisce in all the wonderful times we shared together.
Love, Renee
Margaret Collins
October 17, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. My sympathy and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Peg and Chuck Ziegler
October 17, 2020
We are so saddened by Aunt Lynne’s passing. She was such a wonderful good hearted person. When her dad/ my grandfather passed she was so conscientious of passing his union memorabilia to me, a fellow union third generation member. That has touch my heart in so many ways and showed her thoughtfulness. Aunt Lynne was such a delight to see in Port Charlotte when we would visit. Heaven sure has gained a great Angel.
Love,
Peg and Chuck Ziegler
Kathleen Gonzales
October 15, 2020
Victor, Charles and Family,
Lynne was such a great friend, she opened her home and heart to us and we will never forget her.
We loved the time we spent together playing games or sitting on the patio, exchanging childhood stories , telling jokes and talking about our love for our families.
Lynne had such a big heart, wry sense of humor and love of life.
We will miss her.
Rest in peace little one, you deserve it.
In Love and sadness, Kathleen and Chris Gonzales
DARWIN Lee COMPTON
October 15, 2020
Deepest sympathies from the Comptons.
Linda Sadowski
October 15, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gary Gorton
October 13, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dave Abraham
October 12, 2020
My heart is heavy. This friend will be missed by all. She was small in stature but her heart was like a basketball. RIP my friend. May the Lord hold you in his hands.
Frank and Linda Beldowski
October 12, 2020
Frank and I thought the world of Lynne....it seemed that we could not come to Port Charlotte and not run into her at the Port Office, supermarket or Cultural Center. We regret not being there for her Memorial Service but know that she is in our prayers and thoughts. She was a "little" spark plug for any organization she became involved in and she will be greatly missed by her friends and family. She is a Blessing to all who knew her.
Frank and Linda Beldowski
Lindy and Paul Reed
October 12, 2020
Lynne became a friend in our short time with the Charlotte Players and was always ready with a smile and a corny joke. She will be greatly missed. Our condolences to the family.
Lori Wagner-Ryan
October 11, 2020
Lynne was a wonderful and dedicated woman who gave so much dedicated to Charlotte Players for so many years. I am happy I was able to work with her the past 3 years. A great loss. Sincerely Lori
Rosa M Capiro
October 11, 2020
10/11/2020 STEVEN PIGNATARO & FMLY - My sincere condolences to you/your sons/family for the loss of your dear friend/mother of your children/Charlotte Player peer, Steven. May Lynne RIP with the rest of our angels.❤
Anita Marsan
October 11, 2020
Rest In Peace my sweet Lynne. You were always there whenever I needed you. Always willing to help, always putting a smile on my face. You brightened my world. Love you always. Aunt Anita
Judy Delaney
October 11, 2020
Lynne was a wonderful friend. She was always upbeat and smiling. She always had a joke to share with you. Anytime anyone needed a favor Lynne raised her hand. I am proud to have had Lynne as my friend and will truly miss her.
John Del Genio
October 11, 2020
Charles, Mary Ann and I would like to express our sympathy on the passing of your mother. We both realize that losing a parent is a very hard event in anyone's life at any time. It was always a pleasure to deal with Lynne at the playhouse both when we participated in shows and with shows our daughters Cathy and Caroline participated in with the Players. Del and Mary Ann Del Genio.
Michael Primm
October 11, 2020
Dear Victor and Charles,
I'm so sorry for your loss - though many years have passed, my memories of your mother are fond ones. She was a kind and funny woman, and the world is a better place for her having been in it, and is diminished by her loss.
Louise Mancinelli
October 11, 2020
Dear Victor and Charles,
I am keeping you in my prayers and thoughts.
Lynne was always a fun and helpful person to so many people but especially for her family and many close friends. I have fond memories of playing billiards every week with her and many swimming times when we were kids. She was always in the middle of all her 7 cousins with great suggestions and fun activities. We enjoyed many family meals when I lived in Florida and all those since we were old enough to plan things. I will miss her and her sparkling personalities. Cousin Louise
Angela Case
October 11, 2020
Dear Victor and Charles, I am deeply saddened by the loss of your mom and my dear cousin. Your mom had a great sense of humor and always found the bright side of things. I have so many good memories of her. I will keep all of you in prayer. May she Rest In Peace. Cousin Angela
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