Roger

Zimmerman

Roger Zimmerman, 75, of Zion Grove, entered eternal life on Monday, November 9, 2026, surrounded by his loving family following a lengthy illness.

Roger was born in Shenandoah on August 3, 1951, a son of the late David and Evelyn (Moyer) Zimmerman. During his younger years, his family relocated to the Buffalo, New York area, where he was raised. He was a graduate of Frontier Central High School in Hamburg, New York. Throughout his working years, Roger held various positions and owned and operated a dart shop and co-owned an auto repair shop alongside his father.

After returning to the Zion Grove area in the early 1990s, Roger continued his lifelong passion for farming on the family farm, where he specialized in growing garlic. He also worked part-time as a rural mail carrier for the United States Postal Service.

Roger was a longtime member of the Church. Being saved by Christ in his 30s, his faith was an important part of his life, and he generously shared it with others by serving as a Bible study leader, teaching children's and adult Sunday School, occasionally filling in to assist with pastoral duties, and serving on Church Council. He found fulfillment in helping others grow in their faith and remained connected to his church throughout his life. Outside of church, Roger enjoyed many hobbies and pastimes, including competitive dart shooting, bowling, and riding motorcycles.

In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by his daughter, Diane Zimmerman.

He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Nancy (Pifer) Zimmerman, and their family:

John Zimmerman and wife, Gretchen, and children, Laura and Jakob of Lancaster, New York; Jennifer Mataruga and husband, Kevin, and children, Ashley and Morgan, of Depew, New York. David Zimmerman and wife Amanda, and son Benjamin, of Zion Grove; Dawn Zimmerman and fiancé, Michael McGraw, and daughter, Sophia, of Wappingers Falls, New York.

Also surviving are his grandson, Lucas, of Zion Grove; two great-grandchildren, Rylee and Ryan; and his siblings, Gail Almeida, James Zimmerman, and John Zimmerman, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing on Sunday evening, November 15, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Stauffer-Breznik Funeral Home, 412 West Main Street, Ringtown.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in Zion Grove. Those planning on attending the funeral are asked to meet at the church prior to the service.  Interment will follow immediately at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Zion Grove.

May Roger's memory live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.