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George Zimmermann Obituary

Putnam - George Charles Zimmermann died October 21, at home after a short illness.

He was born in Old Lyme the son of Paul and Dorothea Zimmermann.

He graduated from Old Lyme High School and Philadelphia University. He was a textile engineer and his knowledge in many areas of the textile business led him to work in several states where he held various managerial positions.

Mr. Zimmermann was an Army veteran.

He was known for his boundless energy, his sense of humor, his generosity and willingness to help others. He especially enjoyed gardening, refinishing antique furniture and attending concerts. He not only enjoyed classical music, but also was very knowledgeable about it. But it was to his family that he was most devoted.

George leaves his wife, Betty; his daughter, Elizabeth, whom he adored, and her husband, Thomas Gardos and two grandchildren, Noah Zimmermann Gardos and Sophie Elizabeth Gardos. He also leaves his sister, Norma Goddard, in New Bern, S.C., his niece, Kristin Lambert and five other nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his sister, Paula Stahlschmidt.

There will be a Memorial Service on November 8th at 11 a.m. at the Christ Church in Pomfret. Burial will be private in the family plot in New York.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holderness School, Plymouth, NH 03264.

Arrangements are by Smith & Walker Funeral Home.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day from Oct. 23 to Oct. 24, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
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Caleb Caldwell and Mary Ibsen

November 4, 2007

George Zimmermann was a great man. Gentle, kind, quick with a quip, generous with his time and skills, always ready to help. We'll always remember that he had amazing hands; strong, weathered, capable. Hands that had built, sanded, stained, shaped, molded and loved, all with equal capacity. We'll miss his always sunny disposition and his peaceful nature. He shall be missed thoroughly by one and all. Rest in peace dear George.

Katherine Sandoz

October 25, 2007

I share a great love for George with so many others. He was a great conversationalist, a snappy dresser who knew how to mix his patterns and always interested and engaged; ready with the helpful tip or comment no matter the subject. This "kid" will miss him.

Joseph Vaccariello

October 24, 2007

George was a great neighbor to have over the years that we have lived here in Putnam. His wit has always kept me on my toes. his routine walks down Hurry Hill was always a pleasure to stop and talk about the latest happenings going on. He will surely be missed by all. What a great neighbor was he to all of us. He will certainly be missed by all of us. God bless Betty and her wonderful family.

Barbara Lussier

October 23, 2007

Our deepest Sympathy. We will miss George's daily greeting and boundless energy. He was an inspiration to the neighborhood. A charming man, intelligent, and never without a line to make laughter and smiles. Barbara and Robert Craig

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