Charles A. Zimmer
Devoted Husband , Father and Grandfather
TEWKSBURY: Charles A. Zimmer, age 89, a resident of Tewksbury for 59 years, passed away peacefully at home, on Friday, May 11, 2012, with his family by his side.
He was the beloved husband of Eileen M. (Trojak) Zimmer, with whom he celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary on April 28, 2012.
Born in Boston on September 2, 1922, he was the son of the late Charles A. and Maud (Cahill) Zimmer.
Charlie was raised in East Boston, attended East Boston schools and graduated from East Boston High School.
Following high school, he served during World War II in the U.S. Navy. Charlie was awarded the rank of Shipfitter Second Class and several decorations including the World War II Victory Medal and the American Area Medal.
He resided in South Boston and Melrose until moving to Tewksbury in 1953.
Prior to his retirement, he was employed for 35 years, as a Welder by the Boston Naval Shipyard. Following retirement, he worked as a Driver for the former Blanchard Bus Company of Tewksbury (Tewksbury Transit).
Mr. Zimmer enjoyed dining out with his wife on Saturday night for his favorite baked scallop dinner, attending dances held at the Tewksbury Senior Center, putting around his yard and tinkering in his workshop, and in earlier years, he and his wife enjoyed roller skating.
Charlie was a former member of the Tewksbury Lions Club.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Ralph C. Zimmer and his wife Gloria of Tewksbury and Paul A. Zimmer and his wife Gwen of Atlanta, GA; two grandchildren, Sarah and Charles Zimmer both of Tewksbury.
Calling hours will be Monday, May 14, from 4-8 p.m., at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee St., Tewksbury. Prayers will be offered on Tuesday, May 15, at 10 a.m., in the funeral home. Interment will follow at Tewksbury Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Tewksbury Food Pantry, 999 Whipple Road, Tewksbury, MA 01876.