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Shirley Zimmer Obituary

Shirley Barnes Zimmer, age 88, died on June 15 , 2013, with her family by her side. She was born to the late Phillip and Josephine Barnes, May 15, 1925 in New Orleans La. Married to the late Don Zimmer for 47 years, they lived together in New Orleans until her husband's passing and then relocated to Mandeville to spend the rest of life with friends at Roquete Lodge. Shirley is survived by her brother Eugene Barnes, the late Phillip ""Bucky"" Barnes and sister, Doris VanCourt. She is also survived by 5 children: Donna Spain wife to the late James ""Michael"" Spain, of McComb Ms.; Stephen Zimmer husband to Carol Zimmer of Arabi, La.; Susan Zimmer of Mandeville La.; Don Zimmer husband to Rene Zimmer of Mandeville La. and Jeffrey Zimmer husband to Jan Zimmer of Clearwater, Fl.; 12 grandchildren; Stephanie, Sarah, Stephen and Stacey Zimmer; Michelle Talazac, Mark Spain and James ""Michael"" Spain II ; Noel, Zachary, Zane and Zeth Zimmer; and Jenna Zimmer. Also survived by 6 great grand children, Josuha Martin, Brandon and Andrew Talazac and Addison, James Michael ""Trey"" III, and Kaelee Spain. The family would like to extend appreciation to Louise Templet for her loving care and kindness to our mother. Shirley's life was centered on her family. She was a wonderful homemaker that dearly loved her children, took care of all of her grandchildren and was a special part of all of her great grandchildren's lives. Shirley always enjoyed a good time and had a beautiful smile. She loved to cruise the world with her daughter and family. Her ashes will be spread by her children on a family cruise in her loving memory. A viewing will be held 10 am-1:00 pm with a 1:00 pm Funeral Mass following at the funeral home on Monday, June 17, 2013 at Jacob Schoen Funeral Home at 3827 Canal St. New Orleans. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to WLAE Public Broadcasting-Daily Mass, 3330 North Causeway Blvd., Suite 345, Metairie, La. 70002. This community service was dear to Shirley and allowed her to fulfill her Sunday obligation for her catholic faith. Please sign the guestbook at www.schoencanalstreet.com.

Published by The Advocate from Jun. 15 to Jun. 17, 2013.
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Susan,
Your mother was a great lady. She will be missed. Condolences to you and your family.

Pam Lindsey

June 19, 2013

To the Zimmer Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Jeannette Schmitt Cohen, Nancy Cohen Fortuna, and Susan Cohen Laborde

June 18, 2013

Dear Susan and Family, our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. She was a wonderful lady and we enjoyed her here at Rouquette.
May she rest in peace.
Staff and Residents of Rouquette Lodge

Dottie Bordelon

June 18, 2013

We are sorry to learn of Shirley's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of an always caring and smiling cousin. Shirley was always a shining light at our "Mariande Picnics". She will be in our prayers.

Sheila & Teddy Mariande

June 17, 2013

May God bless Aunt Shirley and all those who loved and were loved by her. Such a sweet, wonderful person who will be deeply missed. Much love to all my family. I wish I could be there with you today.

Peter Barnes

June 17, 2013

To my Zimmer cousins and your families: I wish I could be with you today, but please know you're all in my thoughts and prayers. I don't remember Aunt Shirley without a smile on her face. A truly one-of-a-kind lady who exuded warmth, love and grace like no other. Love to you all.

Christopher Barnes

June 17, 2013

A wonderful lady who will be missed greatly by all who knew her. My prayers are with her family who will miss her the most

Kathy Tanzey

June 17, 2013

May Aunt Shirley rest in peace. This candle represents the brightness of her smile. May memories help to comfort her family through this time. God Bless All of You!!!

Rhonda De La Cerda

June 17, 2013

Prayers from Guy & Judy. Shirley was one of my favorite cousins; always with a smile, a good word. Epitome of family love.

Guy Mariande

June 16, 2013

Ms. Shirley was a wonderful woman and a wonderful friend, I will miss her greatly. My thoughts and prayers will be the family.

Louis Templet

June 16, 2013

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