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Rhynold Zimmer

August 20, 2014

Rhynold Zimmer

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of our beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather Rhynold Zimmer, late of Wee Too Beach, SK at the age of 78 years. He was born in Grayson, SK.  Rhynold was predeceased by his parents Kasper and Julia Zimmer, brothers-in-law Frank Novak and Tony Ottenbreit. He is survived by his children Lorne (Cindy), Rod (Shelley), Gerald (Karen), Brad (Laverne), Darren (Jill), and Daphne Lavoy (Rick); 14 grandchildren – Chad (Kailey), Kole (Megan), Richelle, Branden, Mitchell, Stephanie, Kendal, Nathan, Brooke, Samantha, Kennedy, Jensen, Connor, Renee and one beautiful great-granddaughter Lily; sisters Hilda and Caroline; brother Alan; companion Pat Maier; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Treasured memories of Rhynold will be his love of fishing, golfing, curling, dancing, and playing cards. Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in Regina Apostolic Church, 808 Assiniboine Ave., East, Regina, SK. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.

Messages of Condolence


Our deepest condolences on your loss. ~ Dave & Jeanette Cote


Dear Zimmer Family, I am sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your dad. I have many warm memories of being at your home while our parents played cards. May your loving memories of your dad, and the support of friends and each other comfort you as you grieve. I will hold your family in my prayers. ~ Jennifer Banga


Daphne, Rick and Family So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our sincere condolences to you and all the Zimmer Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! ~ Bonnie Antonini


Deepest sympathies to you all! ~ Racquel & Sean Dobranski


Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Cheryl Sanders


We will miss seeing Rhynie at the curling rink. Such a sad story. Our deepest sympathies go out to the family as you try and come to terms with this horrible tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Keith and Brenda Garbutt


Daphne, Rick and Family So sorry for the loss of you Dad. Hard times now but it will get better. My thoughts are with you on these sad times. ~ Darlene Phillips


My condolences and regrets on the loss of Rhynold. I considered Rhynold to be a good friend. He was always humble, sincere and enjoyed life. He will be missed by the many friends he made in the dance clubs. ~ John Schneider


Zimmer family: Very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He raised a great family. ~ Gord Tweed


Dear Zimmer Family, It was a privilege to attend Rhynold's funeral today. Bernie's eulogy showed how fortunate you've been to have had him in your lives, and the large gathering showed how blessed Rhynold is to have had you in his. Our sympathies, ~ Lane Rathgeber and Leslie Beck


Rod, Shelley and Family sorry to hear about your loss. ~ Diana Angus


To the entire Zimmer family, my condolences go out to you. Please remember to celebrate his long life as I am sure there are many memories to cherish. Stay strong. ~ Garner Toderan


Our sympathies are with you. I attended Dubuc School with Rhynold and still have school pictures with us in. ~ Ted & Ellen Bateman


Have been keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. I remember Uncle Rhynold always with a big smile. When we were kids we would come to Regina to visit and play cards..loved playing cards with the Zimmer kids..was ever so glad to see your faces this week, despite the sadness. May the many memories fill you, console you and bring you peace. Hold tight to each other. love Ramona ~ Ramona & Ray Rodych


We were sorry to hear about, Rhynold, he was a good friend of my dad, he will be missed in Bethune. We sent our prays and blessings to the family. Steven and Bonnie Sigmeth ~ Steven and Bonnie Sigmeth


Hi guys So sorry to hear about your sudden loss of your father. I hope you will find comfort in pictures and memories of your dad. SINCERLY Doug, Lenore, Zak, Jake ~ Doug and Lenore Zimmer