Robert E. Zimmerman

Robert E. “Bob” Zimmerman, 88, of Wilkinson, peacefully passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield.  He was born January 2, 1934, in Knightstown, the son of the late Orlando Paul and Lucy Francis (Ramsey) Zimmerman.

Bob graduated from Knightstown High School in 1952 and from Purdue University in 1956. He enlisted in the USAF in 1956 and proudly served his country until discharged in 1964, he was a keeper of many things and retired as a general manager from Allison Gas Turbine in Indianapolis after 35 years of service. Bob enjoyed retirement with his skill of woodworking.

Survivors include his wife Judith (Segar) Zimmerman; son, Robert E. (Dima) Zimmerman II; daughters, Tracy Jessup, Tami (Jerry) Jackson, Vicki (Tim) Moore, eight grandchildren and 14 great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers William E. Adams, Orlando Al Zimmerman; sisters, Virginia (Steve) Harlan and Julia (Herb) Ulrey.

Family will be hosting a Celebration of Life and a barn cleaning in the Spring. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Condo and St. Pierre Funeral Service in Wilkinson.

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