Wayne D. Zellmer
Memorial services will be 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. John K. Stake will officiate. Interment will be at the Roscoe Cemetery, Roscoe, Illinois.
Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. until the time of service on Wednesday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Wayne was born April 25, 1926 in Adams, Wisconsin to Myron and Inez (Wintersteen) Zellmer. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the Marine Corp. He married Mina Heitman on September 25, 1948 in Adams, Wisconsin. They made their home in Beloit and he worked at Ideal Concrete for 43 years, retiring in 1989. He returned to the family homestead where he was born.
Wayne enjoyed fishing on Lake Michigan, hunting, and working on cars.
Wayne was a member of White Creek Lions.
Memorials may be directed in Wayne’s memory to his family.
Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Myron and Inez Zellmer; wife, Mina Zellmer; son, Wayne Dennis Zellmer Jr.; son, Gregory D. Zellmer; and sister, Nita Zellmer.
Survivors:
Daughter: Linda Zellmer of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
Son: Dan (Erin) Zellmer of Davis, Illinois
Son: Tim (Debra) Zellmer of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
Grandchildren: Dennis D. Zellmer, Richard J. Zellmer, Tina M. (Chris) Wells, Carey A. (Robert) Rood, Adam D. (Abby) Zellmer, Tyler M. Zellmer, Drew D. Zellmer, Noah F. Zellmer, Marissa L. Zellmer, Coltin G. Zellmer
Great-Grandchildren: Miranda Wells, Brieanne Wells, Ethan Rood, Caysen Zellmer, Arya Zellmer
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information
TAZ and Zellmer family ~ we are so sad to hear that Wayne passed, he was such a fine man. He always took such great pride in his family and he will be missed by everyone who knew him. I feel lucky that I got to know him. You are in our thoughts~
TAZ and Zellmer family, We are so sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. What a wonderful man he was and I feel lucky to have known him. You always took such wonderful care of this fine man and I know how much pride he took in his family. You are in our thoughts~
The loss of a parent, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend is a very hard thing we unfortunately face in life. … we wish you all God’s speed in the recovery of your recent loss. Wayne was a great man and there are many memories that will live on, with us all, forever. Take care all – our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mike and Lori Riese & Family.
Tim, Deb & All The Zellmer Family,
Sorry for your loss our prayers are with you.
Remember the good times you had with him.
It will help you get threw this
Jim & Bonnie Palenske
37036 Wabaunsee, RD.
Wamego, KS 66547
Tim and all the Zellmar family, so sorry to hear about Wayne but he did have a long and happy life so we can all be thankful for that. I know he meant so much to you all and how terribly much you’ll miss him. Memories and each other will get you through. Try to enjoy your holidays because that’s what he would want. Hugs to you all, take care.
I’m sorry to hear about your dad passing. Prayers for all the family and friends.
Sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you, may God give you peace and strength ???
Linda so sorry to hear about your dad, my condolences to you and the rest of the family.