Earl Leroy Zimmer | 1939 - 2016 | Obituary

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Zimmer, Earl L. 77, passed away Friday, December 30, 2016 after battling Alzheimer's for several years.

  He leaves behind his beloved wife of 54 years Mary Lou Zimmer.  They were high school sweethearts and always the "Happy Day Lovers"; his daughters, Pamela Pratt and Dr. Lisa Erlinger (Ronnie); grandchildren Natalie (John) Howell, Joshua Pratt, Sarah Pratt and Andrea Romkema; great-grandchildren Heston Howell and Hadalyne Howell.

Mr. Zimmer proudly served in the Air National Guard and the United States Air Force for 6 years, including during the Berlin Crisis.  Member of the Carpenter's Union, Local 1310, since 1959.  He was also an avid car enthusiast and active member of "The Fabulous '50's Car Club", "Horseless Carriage Club of Missouri", "Model T Club of Greater St. Louis" and "The Chevrolet National Nomad Club".

Visitation Thursday, January 5, 1-8 PM at COLLIER'S Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd. (St. Ann).  Service Friiday, January 6, 9 AM at COLLIER'S Funeral Home.  Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer's Association of St. Charles.   www.colliersfuneralhome.com

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