David Charles Zimmermann

David Charles Zimmermann

January 14, 1953 - August 23, 2024

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MADISON - David Charles Zimmermann, age 71, of Madison, passed away on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024. He was born on Jan. 14, 1953, in Beaver Dam, the son of Gerhard and Ruth (Boye) Zimmermann.


David graduated from Beaver Dam High School and received a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from UW-Madison. He was united in marriage to Ruby (Handojo) Zimmermann on Oct. 30, 1992, in Madison. He worked with the Department of Health and Human Services and later transitioned to the Department of Administration as an Oracle Database Administrator.


David’s family was his world and he cherished the time spent with them. He loved golfing with his son and was very good at chess, winning a championship in high school. He enjoyed traveling to state and national parks, and overseas with family, especially to Hong Kong and England. David was an avid reader and his absolute favorite author was Charles Dickens. He loved books, stuffed animals, and collecting Christmas ornaments acquired during his travels.


David is survived by his wife of 31 years, Ruby; son, Mark Zimmermann; daughter, Sarah Zimmermann; brothers, Daniel (Merian) Zimmermann and Marshall (Kathy) Zimmermann; brothers-in-law, Joseph (Winyan) Handojo and Nefo (Jena) Handojo; sister-in-law, Sandra Handojo; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerhard and Ruth; sister, Ruth Ann Zimmermann; brother, Sidney Zimmermann; and parents-in-law, Kosmas and Elisabeth Handojo.


A celebration of life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, with liturgy and a time of remembrance service at 12 noon. A private family burial will take place at Oakwood Cemetery in Beaver Dam.
 

Memorial contributions may be made in David's name to St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry, St. Bernard Catholic Church in Madison, or a charity of donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East
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5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420


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Latifi Clan
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David was a good friend and was kind and gentle with others. May he rest in peace and tranquillity. David we will miss you.
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Daniel, Hendry, Nyoman and Sandra
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Daniel
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Forever remembered, forever missed
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Rest in peace Uncle David , With love and hugs from Bali and Jakarta Keno, Daniel, Wendy, Diona, Hendry
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Dear Ruby and family, our deep condolences, may David rest in peace. Our prayers are with you during this challenging time.
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Evi Samsudin
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I am so deeply saddened by the news of David's passing. Rest In Peace David! I feel incredibly fortunate to have spent time with David and Ruby just last July when I visited them. It was a special time that I will always cherish and I will never forget the Bratwurst & the waffles! HIs passing was so sudden, and my heart goes out to Ruby, Sarah & Mark. He will be missed dearly and I am grateful for the moments we spent together. Evi Samsudin, Fullerton, CA

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