Herbert Otto Ziehm Jr.

In 1961 he joined the United States Marine Corps as a Mechanic. Which included 8 overseas tours – three in Vietnam, three in Okinawa and two in Japan. For his dedication and bravery, he received several medals, and accommodations, including ranks to Gunnery Sergeant, two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. The discipline and patriotism he learned in the Marines never left him, as friends and family will attest.

After retirement, he worked at Rivermont Golf and Country Club for over 30 years where he maintained transportation and grounds equipment. He was always willing to help others with his expertise in cars and equipment.

He found great pleasure in traveling with his wife, working on model trains, fishing,watching Nascar, New York chowder parties, and hanging out with family and friends.

Herbert passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023. Preceded in death by his mother Josephine Sullivan Ziehm; father, Herbert O. Ziehm Sr; sister, Joann C. Ziehm; and brother, Allen H. Ziehm.

Herbert “Skeeter” leaves to cherish fond memories: his loving and devoted wife, Kathy Ziehm; daughter, Jenney Ziehm; grandson, Maalik Alexander; two nieces; Sandra Ziehm and Kathy Ellis; three nephews, Rob (Rosemary) Ziehm, Jim (Brandy) Ziehm, Steven (Wanda) Simonds, and a host of other relatives and friends.

A visitation for Herbert will be held Monday, November 20, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Eternal Hills Funeral Home, 3594 Stone Mountain Highway, Snellville, GA 30039, followed by a funeral service from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eternalhillsfuneralhome.com for the Ziehm family.