Janice E. Zimmerman, 67, of Kenosha, passed away on Monday, February 16th, 2009, at United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus. Born on October 11, 1941, in Racine WI, she moved to Kenosha as a young child. She graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School in 1959, and later from Gateway Technical College with an Associates Degree in Accounting. On September 30, 1960, she married David Zimmerman at First Baptist Church. He passed away on April 6, 1992. For over 20 years she worked at PPG Management, retiring in 2001. She continued working part time at Accurate Tax until 2008. A member of First Baptist Church, she sang in the choir and was an occasional soloist. Janice served as Church Secretary and Sunday School Teacher. She also served on several Church Boards retiring as Moderator. When her daughters were children, she was a Girl Scout Leader, 4-H Leader, PTA, PTA Past Presidents Club, and Orchestra Booster. She was also a member of the National Humane Society. Janice loved spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are her two daughters, Julie (Gary) Nielson of Racine, and their two children, Augie and Kayla Nielson, and Christine (Dirk) Murray of Chesapeake, VA, and her three children, Star Zapencki, David (Kelly) Zapencki and Amanda Card; two sisters, Laura (Ernie) Desotell of Racine and Mary Sammons of Kenosha; four brothers, James (Mary) MacRae of Kenosha, Dewey (Ruth) Sammons of Franklin, TN, Lester Sammons of Kenosha, and Scott (Terri) Sammons of Loretta, WI; four great-grandchildren, Tavia, Kaelyn, Allysa, and Tre; her two grand dogs, JoJo and Monte; and also several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, A. Frances and Dewey Sammons. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 20th, at the First Baptist Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at West Lawn Cemetery in Racine. Visitation will be held on Thursday at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Friday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the First Baptist Church or Safe Harbor would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Janice’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Lynn (Stine) Shelton
Christy and Julie my prayers are with the 2 of you, with the loss of your mother and our good friend. She was a very special lady and will be sadly missed by all. Please call me day or night 352-212-1110 I would love 2 keep in touch with the 2 of you. Lots of love 2 both of you and your families. Lynn Shelton and family
Arnold Parise
February 24, 2009
To The Family Of Jan Zimmerman:I would like to express my condolences on the loss of Jan. I worked with Jan for six years at PPG Management Consultants at the start of my accounting career. She was most helpful with her expertise in both accounting and computers. As the computer operator at the firm she had everyone always coming to her. Even with all the attention she was able to do her job with grace and patience. She was a most enjoyable co-worker. Even though it has been fifteen years since we worked together I learned many things from her and she is not forgotten.Also, my mother, Ethel Parise, a retired teacher from Harvey Elementary School, remembers her well and is sorry to learn of her passing.Sincerely,Arnold Parise
Haley Bell
February 20, 2009
To the family of Jan, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Jan was a wonderful, loving, fun spirited person. My Mother and I worked with her at accurate tax for about 4 years. Jan was always smiling and happy even when she had been writing taxes all day, always ending her day with a smile. My Children enjoyed visiting her office, she always had little treats for them. Also, on the special days, Valentines day and St. patties, even Easter, she would have a special treat just for them. If my children were not with me, she would send their treats home with me, making sure they recieved them. Jan will surly be missed, again, My Mother, My Children, and I, am truly sorry for your loss, and our thought and prayers are with you. Haley, Ayla, & Madisen BellAnd Linda Mielke.
Robert and Joan McGinley
February 19, 2009
Dear Julie and family, We send our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your beloved Mother. She was a lovely lady and we know she will be deeply missed by her family. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.Bob and Joan McGinley
Mary (McGinley) Albrecht
February 19, 2009
Julie - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It's been many years since I've seen both you and your Mom. But I know you two had a very special relationship - and she will be missed. God bless you in this difficult time.
Larry, Myra and Brandon Stine
February 19, 2009
Chris and Julie our love goes out to you two. I know its been a long time but Mom and Dad called yesterday and let me know that your Mom has pasted I am sorry to here this and if there is anything that I can do please call me 704 477 2968 any time again we love you and would like to stay in touch Larry Stine and family
Sue (Bonn) Kratowicz and Sande Bonn
February 19, 2009
Dear Julie and Family,It has been years since we have all seen each other, but we remember visiting with your Mom when we would come over to your house.We are so very sorry for your loss Julie.We wanted you to know that we will not be able to come tonight, but please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.Sue & Sande
Michelle Merkes
February 18, 2009
Julie, Your strength through this has been amazing. Please know that our thought and prayers are still with you and your family. You two were so lucky to have each other.Michelle & Kids
Lana \Stine\" Frank-Krause"
February 18, 2009
Dear Sammon's and Zimmerman families, my deapest condolences go out to all.Jan was a wonderful friend of our family. Her mother was my girlscout leader and her sister Laura went to school with us. I am sure Jan was welcomed into the graces of God. You will be missed Jan, Kiss Jesus for me... always Lana