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Richard Zitzmann Obituary
Barbara Ratliff Zitzmann, with whom he shared 37 years of marriage. He was the loving father of Tracey B. Stenger and husband Don, and Walter A.
"Tony" Barlow. He is also survived by his beautiful granddaughter Samantha Stenger. A resident of Diamondhead, MS since December, 2005.
Richie is survived by his sister, Althea Latour (Johnny), his brother, Ronald Zitzmann (Lois), sister-in-law, Rose Zitzmann and nieces and nephews. Son of the late Wilfred E. Zitzmann and Lucille Kettleberger Zitzmann. Preceded in death by his brother, Wilfred E. Zitzmann, Jr. and his nephew Michael
Zitzmann.
He was born in New Orleans and was a resident of Metairie for many years before moving to Waveland, MS in 2004. Since 1995 he and Barbara had spent as much time as possible in Waveland as he was very active in the art community. He was an accomplished stained glass artist and owned Stained
Glass by Richie in Bay St. Louis. For over 20 years he was an employee at Delta Petroleum Co. lnc. in Metairie.
In 1982 Richie had a lifelong dream fulfilled by purchasing his first Corvette. He held the office of President of Crescent City Corvette Club for a number of years. During that time he was chairman of the National Council of Corvette Clubs convention held in New Orleans, LA in 1989.
Richie was a lifetime member of Crescent City Corvette Club and National Council of Corvette Clubs. He was also a member of the Spina Bifida
Association of Greater New Orleans and held the office of president and secretary for several years. The Spina Bifida Association was the charity that the Crescent City Corvette Club supported and thousands of dollars were raised to assist the members of the Spina Bifida Association. Richie thoroughly enjoyed the three Corvettes that he owned but his greatest joy was helping others.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Richie was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of Bay St. Louis and the family requests that donations be made to the First Baptist Church building fund, 141 Main St., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520.
Edmond Fahey Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Zitzmann
June 23, 2011
To Richard Zitzmann Jr. and Lori Zitzmann Fonte. We're sorry for your loss. It's sad that your father won't be there to see his grandchildren grow up. Our condolences also to Ashley, Zachary and Ethan.
In Sympathy,
Paul and Carol Meola
Michael Zitzmann
June 19, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss and the loss to all of his children, his brother and his sister. We were first cousins and I have memories of him and his siblings when we went visiting at our grandmother's house.
Barbara Zitzmann Giangrosso
June 17, 2011
Richie and I were first cousins. His Dad, Wilfred, and my Dad, John, were brothers. Although I didn’t see Richie very often, he was always a pleasure to be around. I very much enjoyed our infrequent encounters. My deepest condolences to all of Richie’s family. I know he will be missed.
RONALD CARBONE
June 16, 2011
Barbara and Family: our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this trying time. Will always remember the years of Corvette meetings with Richie, Barbara and Tracey. The long hours of work with Convention. and the parades and autocrosses. It was a great time in my life and thankfull for your frendship. Going to Crusin on the Coast meant more to us when we could meet up with your family. May the good Lord give you strength to continue with your lives with Richie in your hearts and minds. Thanks Barbara for keeping us updated Ron and Rose.
June 16, 2011
Condolences to Richard Zitzmanm, Jr. and Lori Zitzmann Fonte and their children Zachary, Ashley and Ethan on the death of their father and grandfather. May God be with you in your time of need.
Joanne and Ronnie Berluchaux
Kenny Latour
June 16, 2011
To my cousins Richie and Lori if you need anything fell free to call I'am sorry for your lost.
June 16, 2011
So sorry Richie Zitzmann Jr., and Lori Zitzmann Fonte on your lost of your dad, Richie Zitzmann, Sr. and his grandchildrens lost of their grandfather.
Continue to stay strong.
Love, Louis and Daryl
John Zitzmann III
June 16, 2011
Richie and I were first cousins. His Dad and my Dad were brothers. We used to get together often when growing up, but time and work have a way of creating distance. I last talked to Richie in 2005 at our Dad's funeral. Sincere condolences from the North Louisiana Zitzmann family.
Gene Terranova
June 16, 2011
My deepest condolences go out to Richie's family. He was a prince. He helped me through bad times and got me started in the Corvette club. Even though we have not been in touch over the last years, he has always been in my heart and prayers. I have lost a dear, dear friend but where he is going there is no pain and distress. May God take him in his open arms and see his kindness and compassion. You will be sadly missed by the many people who had their lives touched by him. God Bless You, Richie.
June 16, 2011
To his daughter Lori Zitzmann Fonte and his son Richie M. Zitzmann Jr. my deepest condolences on the death of your father. May you find strength in this time of loss. Patty Mullen - Slidell, LA
Ann
June 16, 2011
Richie Jr. and Lori his children, I am so very sorry for your loss and the loss to your children,his grandchildren, Ashley, Ethan and Zach.I know you will miss him and my prayers go out to you.
BettyLou & Russell Strother
June 15, 2011
Barbara & Tony, Russell and I want you to know we will be praying for you and your family. Our deepest sympahty.
June 15, 2011
My sympathies are with his children, Lori and Richie. Here are loving wishes to you both for strength at this time of your loss.
Karen Gulotta
June 15, 2011
Lori and Ritchie, It is so sad that your father will miss so much of your lives and his grandchildrens. I'm sure he knows it too and watches over you. Karen Gulotta, Lafayette
June 15, 2011
For his children: Little Richie and Lori Zitzmann, I was sorry to hear of his passing.
Janette Zukowski
June 15, 2011
My sister and I took a stained glass class from Richie and Barbara in 2005.
I really enjoyed him and what he taught me. I am sorry to see that he has left us.
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