Ervin Milton Zimmer
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Ervin M. Zimmer, age 76, of Carrington, ND, peacefully went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, October 4, 2015, at St. Alexius Medical Center, Bismarck, ND, while his brother, Mel, sang to him in German.
Ervin Milton Zimmer was born April 4, 1939, in Kidder County, to Phillip and Otellia (Hust) Zimmer. He later joined the ND Army National Guard serving from August 12, 1957 to August 11, 1960.
On February 23, 1958, Ervin married the love of his life, Darlene Meidinger. They would have celebrated a long life shared together this upcoming February marking their 58th Wedding Anniversary. Ervin and Darlene were blessed with three sons, Kevin, Kelvin, and Monty, while building their life together. He was committed to his family and wore many hats as the provider, which included being a farm hand, custodian, and propane dealer.
Ervin had a passion for hunting, fishing, stock car racing, and wood working. However, time spent with family was the most important and the most treasured for him. Ervin enjoyed and often shared the art of crafting wood into something cherished for family and friends. With care and precision he created bird houses, yard figurines, decorations for the home and for Christmas.
Ervin is survived by the love of his life, Darlene; three sons, Kevin (Terri), Bismarck, Kelvin (Bonny), Bismarck, and Monty (Stacy), Oakes, ND; four grandsons, Parker Zimmer, Brye Zimmer, Craig (Sandy) Zimmer, and Jonathan Zimmer; brother-in-law, Don (Judy) Meidinger; sister-in-law, Marlys Klundt; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Otellia Zimmer; his brother, Marvin; sister-in-law, Carole; brother-in-law, Kenneth Klundt, and a baby sister, Violet.
VISITATION: Tuesday 1PM - 6PM, Evans Funeral Home, Carrington FUNERAL SERVICE: Calvary Baptist Church, Carrington, ND DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 10:00AM BURIAL: ND Veterans Cemetery, rural Mandan, ND at 3:00PM Wednesday |
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Name: Yvonne Wegner
Date: 10/12/15
Message: Darlene and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ervin's passing. I did not know him well but he was always good to visit with. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep those good memories in mind. Yvonne
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Name: Karon and Dave Orr
Date: 10/07/2015
Message: Our thoughts and prayers are with you Darlene and your family. Ervin was always fun to visit with and you have caring sons who will be there for you. Your family have many happy memories - keep those close to your heart. Am sorry to hear of your of your loss.
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Name: Rick & Tammy, Tanner & Robbie Kellam
Date: 10-06-2015
Message: Terri, Kevin and family - so sorry for your loss - please know you are in our thoughts and prayers!!
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Name: Carol
Date: 10/6/15
Message: My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless
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Name: Sharon Letcher Kleingartner
Date: 10/6/15
Message: Darlene and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Keep the memories close to your heart. Ervin will be with you always. Sharon and Ed Kleingartner
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Name: Nicole Richter
Date: October 6, 2015
Message: Kevin & Terri, so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Nicole, Jody, Katlyn, Bailey & Nelli
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Name: Jim Borseth
Date: 10-5-15
Message: Kelvin: Sorry to read about your Dad's passing. I remember a number of fishing outings with him. Always had some type of smart remark and answer for everything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Bonnie and your family.
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Name: Eric Hoagland
Date: Oct 5 2015
Message: I WILL MISS ERVIN AND HIS SMILE AND JOKES
RIP
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Name: BJ
Date: 10/5/15
Message: Kelvin, Bonny & family: I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Hold each other close and relive all the wonderful memories you have of Ervin. Tell stories, laugh and be together. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May God watch over you all.
BJ