Obituaries
Robert Dennis “Bob” Zimmerman, 84
August 19, 2024
Robert Dennis “Bob” Zimmerman, 84, of Lititz, died peacefully on August 19, 2024, at his residence. Born in Harrisburg, he was the son of the late George Zimmerman and Geraldine Siders. Bob was the loving husband of Barbara Straining Zimmerman, and they were married for 65 years.
Bob founded Bob’s Market which is known today as Weiser’s Market. He attended Grace Church, Lititz. During his time at Grace Church, alongside his wife, they taught the 3-year-old class. Bob was an avid golfer.
Surviving in addition to his wife Barbara, is a son, Stephen D. (Shea) Zimmerman, a daughter, Denise (Eric) Buch, three grandchildren and one great grandchild. He is also survived by his siblings, George, Michael, Dale, Shirley and Bonnie. Bob was preceded in death by his daughter, Dana Zimmerman and two brothers, Ronald and Walton Zimmerman.
At Bob’s request services will be private. Interment will be in Longenecker’s Cemetery. Those desiring can send contributions in Bob’s name to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, PO Box 4125, Lancaster 17604-4125 or Grace Church, 501 West Lincoln Avenue, Lititz, PA 17543.
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Condolences to the Family
August 30, 2024
My deepest condolences to the family. Rest in peace Mr Zimmerman. 🦋
Cheryl Garrett O’Meara
August 28, 2024
Bob was a prime example of why Lititz was and is a small town that shines above others!
Charles Wolfe
August 28, 2024
Bob was a funny, kind man who will be missed by all those who knew/worked for him. My condolences to his family.
Jonathan Vance
August 28, 2024
Bob Zimmerman was a good friend of mind and he good boss whan I work at bob market going to been miss 🙂
Matt Ashby
August 27, 2024
I was so very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. It was a pleasure working for him so many good times. There will never be another Bob’s Market. Thinking of you and your family. ❤️
Diane Martin
August 27, 2024
Barb, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I count it a privilege to have known you and Bob. I’m sure you have many, many wonderful memories. I pray God’s peace for you and your family.
Blessings,
Gerry Gwinn
August 26, 2024
I am saddened to hear about Bob’s passing. He and Barb were very gracious over the years for my decorating services. Kind people. 💔
Linda Witter
August 26, 2024
I have such fond memories of Bob and if Bob’s Saverite! He was always there to great you and make you smile! It was a home town store where if you forgot your checkbook they would let you take your groceries home and drop a check off later! He will be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers are with his family!
Lisa Hilton
August 26, 2024
Such an upbeat and positive man with a smile for everyone. Your day was blessed when you had a chance to talk to Bob he will be missed and yet Heaven is a better place because he’s in it!
Carol Zartman
August 26, 2024
Prayers for your family as you grieve the loss of a loved one. Remembering Bob as a business friend, contributor to Lititz Meals on Wheels, provider of transportation for the Amish, and a golfing buddy with many memorable days on the links. Lititz is a better place because of Bob! – Don Campbell
August 25, 2024
Deepest Sympathy to all of you. Dawn McKinney
August 25, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Be thankful for the memories. Store at end of broad street is still going to stop at Bobs. Best there was. Peanut
August 25, 2024
When we moved back to Lititz from Maryland, I couldn’t wait to get back to Bob’s. Loved the people working there, Bob, Rose, Diane, Tom, Dave, and June, no other place like it. Bob and Barb were two of the nicest people you could ever meet. I’m so sorry for your loss.♥️
Donna Girvin
August 25, 2024
Bob was such a wonderful man to work for, I’m honored to have learned from him. Condolences to the families as you navigate these tough days, weeks and months ahead.
Mike Weaver
August 25, 2024
RIP brother love u and will miss u..Suzanne, Teri, Lisa and I sending our prayers and condolences..Barb and family, so sorry for ur loss love u much ❤️🙏🙅♂️
Michael Zimmerman
August 25, 2024
Condolences to the family. You are all in our thoughts
Lynne McCracken
August 25, 2024
To the Zimmerman family, My condolences to you all. Mr.Zimmerman to me was an incredible gentle man. I will remember your kindness when working at the store. You love for your family. Thank you for sharing a little piece of yourself we us. Peace and comfort to you all.
Stacy Herr
August 25, 2024
Bob was a wonderful man who was generous in his sponsorship of our softball teams for many years. He will be missed by many.
Condolences to his family.
Carl Kline
August 25, 2024
Bob you will be missed. A very nice gentleman. My sympathy to your family.
Elsie C Miller
August 25, 2024
Hello Barb (and family),
I am so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. He was and always will be like a father to me. I love you and him very much. Barb, please call me sometime/anytime. My memories of him are many, fond and will last forever. God bless you.
Randy Butson
August 25, 2024
So sorry about bobs passing I was 9th grade when our family came to Lancaster from York for my dads job at bobs market . That job enriched our lives tremendously . Bob was awesomely good to my dad I pray comfort and blessings to barb and the family
Sherry orner redcay
August 25, 2024
Barb and family , so sorry for your loss. Bob was a special man and will always be with in our thoughts . Prayers to your family and keep him in your heart and remember the memories.
Mark and Sherrie Rutherford
August 25, 2024
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. May his family have peace 🕊️ that he’s no longer suffering. With Deep Sympathy,
Susannah Vail
