Richard Ziegler Obituary

ZIEGLER Richard left this world in a peaceful way on January 19, 2006 and was 59 years young. He was loved and admired by so many family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Husband of Christine Ziegler (Landers), Father of Courtney Baeber, Danielle Almes, Sheila Landers, Donna Landers, Tameka Landers, Kevin Landers, and Devear Landers. Brother of Jon Ziegler. Mother in-law Dorothy Joyner. And 15 Grandchildren with a host of Nieces and Nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Jon J. and Florence M. Ziegler and a sister Janet Tanner. He was born in Abington, Pa, but was a long time resident of Philadelphia, Pa. He has made Jacksonville his home since 1999. Richard joined PRR Railroad in 1965, and volunteered for the US Navy, with a tour of duty in Vietnam. Before passing Richard completed 42 years of service with CSX Corp. Funeral services will be held at 11 A.M. on Saturday, January 28, 2006 with Rev. Thomas Graf officiating at the Chapel of the Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 940 Cesery Blvd. with interment and military graveside honors to follow in the Beaches Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 9:00 A.M. Saturday until the time of the service at the Funeral Home. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Jan. 23 to Jan. 26, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Ziegler

7 Entries

George Greenhill

January 27, 2006

George Greenhill, Rodger Sears, Hal Weston, and staff of Weston's Mortuary extend their condolences, to the Ziegler family during your brevement. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob Murphy

January 27, 2006

I only knew Ziggy the last several years from dealing with him on our jobs at CSX and he was always a helpful co-worker and we were always hearing of the work he was doing in his yard. My condolescences go out to Chris and the family.

courtney baeder

January 25, 2006

I'm Richard's daughter and I still don't want to believe that my daddy is not here anymore and that I won't hear his voice or see him. I'm very sad and so is my 3 kids about their poppop. He was an amazing man that worked so hard since he was a teen and loved his job, family and friends. He will always be in my heart and I will always miss and love him.

Marc Almes

January 25, 2006

Richard Lee Ziegler

Born on 9-30-1946 to the late Florence Oldroyd and John Ziegler. Died on 1-19-2006 from cancer in St.Lukes Hospital in Jacksonville Florida where he resided for the past 7 years.

A William Tennent graduate and he served in the Vietnam War in the Navy. A respected employee of Conrail/Csx in Philadelphia and Jacksonville for over 41 years. He was a loyal husband, father, friend, brother. A beloved husband of Christine Ziegler, a loving father to Courtney Baeder (bill) and Danielle Almes (marc). He is survived by 5 grandchildren, neices and nephews, 5 step kids, and many step grandchildren. Brother of Jon Ziegler (linda) and late Janet Tanner. We all love you Ziggy and miss you! Funeral will be held at Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home on Cesary Blvd in Jacksonville, Florida on 1-28-06. In lieu of sending flowers please make a donation to www.cancer.org where there is a memorial fund setup in his name.

Danielle Ziegler- Almes

January 25, 2006

My Dad was such a great person, he was the Dad every little girl wishes for. I remember thinking of him as a superman, or as he would say "SUPERZIGGIE". He truly found his happiness these past years with his new wife Chris, she made him a better person and made him truly happy. and Dad thanks for everything especially ruining Mom's nice sheets to make forts for us, and always letting us be whom we are we love you so much Daddy.

I will always remember you, how can i forget I look just like you, yes we are good looking, right?

Nikki Williams

January 24, 2006

I worked with Ziggie for 2 years and I must say I was deeply saddened to hear that he had past. He will truly be missed as he was a joy to work with. my deepest sympathies and know that my prayers are with you in this time of need.

Marc Almes

January 23, 2006

A little more info about Richard...

Born on 9-30-1946 to the late Florence Oldroyd and John Ziegler. Graduate of William Tennent High School in Warminster, PA and U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam war. A respected employee of Conrail/CSX in Philadelphia and Jacksonville for over 41 years. He was a loyal husband, father, friend, brother. A beloved husband of Christine Ziegler, a loving father to Courtney Baeder (Bill) of Willow Grove, PA and Danielle Almes (Marc) of Collegeville, PA. He is survived by 5 grandchildren (Elizabeth/Janelle/Billy Baeder and Hayley/Alyssa Almes), many neices and nephews, 5 step children, and many step grandchildren. Brother of Jon Ziegler (Linda) of Warminster, PA and the late Janet Tanner. We all love you Ziggy and miss you! Funeral will be held at Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home on Cesary Blvd in Jacksonville on 1-28-06. In lieu of sending flowers please make a donation to www.cancer.org where there is a memorial fund setup in his name.

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