vaughan cannon
May 22,2023
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF GARY ZIMMERMAN. I knew Gary when he was in Las Vegas managing radio shacks. I learned alot from him as he was always a great motivator and awesome person.

I am sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I am a friend from long-ago. In Seattle, Gary was the District Manager of 30+ Radio Shack stores. When I was a teenager, he hired me, mentored me, helped me learn sales, trained me as a manager in training, and eventually made me a store manager. 

He made such a positive impact on my life. He was such a charismatic and powerful leader in business, and impacted the lives of many young people over the years. Gary was truly a life-changing mentor for me, and I'm so glad I was able to work with him for several years. 

Rest in peace, Gary, and my condolences to his family and friends.

I am very sorry to hear of Gary's Passing. He was an amazing man and a great leader. I met Gary right out of High School in Las Vegas in 1991 when I was lucky to get a job at Radio Shack when nobody else would hire me. I trained with Gary in the Boulevard Mall and learned a lot from him. Gary always treated everyone with respect and taught them to be successful. I thank Gary for that and have a lot of gratitude and respect for him.  I will always miss Gary's emails that always seemed to bring a smile to my face. 

Until we meet again, Rest in Peace my good friend!

Luke R.

My heart goes out to you and your family. I remember the girls and I visiting after relocating to Utah and how much of a hoot he was. He had us in stitches the whole time. 

It was a visit we never forgot. May his joy and sunshine personality live on. May you and your family find peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time. 

Mama Z, you are a warrior and I pray you gain strength day-by-day and encouragement through the moments. Your love will forever be inbedded within. God bless you always. 

Much love,

The Burnettes (Danielle, Cianna and Eliana)

Marilyn -
My heart goes out to you at the loss of your husband. I cannot begin to understand the level of grief, but know you and your family are in my thoughts. It is hard having to learn to live without our loved ones here on earth. We have to learn to live with the love they left behind, which some days are easier than others. Much love, Nicole Simko

Marilyn, I know I haven't spoken to you in a while but I am so sorry, and wanted to share my Memories of your Gary.  I only had the chance to me him on a couple of occasions but he treated me like family, and made me laugh!  His generosity of opening his home to me and sharing all of the great memories of sporting events....and sharing a little barb about the Broncos!  Rest Easy Mr. Z!   

Im so sorry for your loss.  The GOZ man was a funny dude and  I had many laughs with him growing up. Him and my Dad are having great reunion! 

I remember Gary as always being so jovial and having lots of fun. Rest in peace brother-in-law you deserve it.

Gary always made me laugh..he had the best sense of humor ever. But when Mark took him down on that submarine and he was so serious and nervous. I'll never forget Mark saying...please keep your mouth closed!! It was the best time and always a good visit. Love you Gary!!!! ❤️

I could not have asked for a better step-father in my life. Gary treated me like one of his own. He was the best husband to my mother and I am forever grateful for that. He sure was a character and jokester, always making everyone laugh. Every time I would call and talk to mom he would always yell “Stacer!” in the background. I will truly miss all of the family gatherings and holidays. He will always be loved. Fly high with the angels and rest in peace Gare-Bear.

I have been more than blessed to have the in-laws that I have. Some women can only dream about finding the perfect family, and mine became reality. Gary was one of the most amazing people I have ever met. It was never a dull moment when he was around and you could count on a smile being on everyone's face anytime he was in the room. The passion he has for his wife is something I will always admire about him. And I will never forget all his quirky little comments during every meal. 
You will be missed Gare-ster. And loved forever!
-Melyshea (a.k.a Melvin) 

"I remember one Thanksgiving we spent with Grandma and Grandpa, I was playing a game in the office and Grandpa sneezed so loud, I yelled "Bless you!" and it became part of my game, Addie and I laughed for so long."
-Jade (8)

Something I'll always remember about grandpa is, every time he  would walk into a room or we would be sitting there having s conversation he would yell "AHHHHH" and it would scare the crap out of everyone, it was always so funny.

"My favorite thing about grandpa, is we would be sitting all watching a movie or doing something and he would walk into the room, come up behind me and say 'WHAT ARE YOU DOING!' real loud and scare me!" 
-Adalynn Lueker (9)

OBITUARY

Gary Oscar Zimmerman

4 February, 1946 – 16 March, 2023

Valley View Memorial Park and Funeral Home

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