Richard H. Zimmerman

Richard H. Zimmerman Sept. 21, 1936- June 1, 2021 Dick, (also known as Wilbur, UD, CUD, “Z”, and Uncle Dick) Zimmerman died peacefully with family by his side. Born in Akron, Ohio, the youngest of ten children, Dick enlisted in the Air Force after high school and was stationed in Greenland in the early sixties. Following his honorable discharge while stationed at McClellan AFB, Dick settled in Davis, CA. At the encouragement of his older sister, Dick reached out to his oldest brother from a different father, a brother that Dick had never met. Thus, a new chapter in Dick’s life began as the front door of the Slattery family home in San Jose swung open and he was greeted with open arms. Dick worked for 30 years at the University of California Davis, where he made lifelong friends and remained an avid Aggies fan. Once retired from UC Davis, Dick began volunteering at Meals on Wheels in Yolo County. The diehard LA Dodger fan loved camping, hiking, photography, and traveling, but most of all he loved family. Childless could never be a term to apply to Dick as he was an uncle to more than 50 nieces and nephews, including great and great-great nieces and nephews. In addition, Dick kept lifelong friendships from as early as high school, whom he called brothers and sisters. He became the uncle and godfather to those friends’ children and grandchildren as well. Dick may have stayed the coolest bachelor uncle around. He was mischievous, and had an infectious laugh, always at the wrong time! His comedic timing was on point up until the end. Most importantly, Dick loved his friends and family without judgment or hesitation. And the love that was communicated back to him in his final days was 1000 times over. Even towards the end, Dick showed us his family was a priority. He gave us the gift of bringing the Slattery and Zimmerman families together during his final days. For this special time, we are forever grateful. Dick was everyone’s uncle and his kind, sweet, and gentle soul has left an incredible impression on how to live and love for all of the people he touched throughout his life. We are extremely grateful for the exceptional kindness and care from the staff at Excel Care. Donations can be made on behalf of Dick’s name to Meals on Wheels in Yolo County and the Wounded Warrior Project. A memorial service to celebrate Dick Zimmerman’s life will be at a future date. Please contact dickzimmermanmemorial@gmail.com for more information. Cremation and arrangements entrusted to the direction and care of Twin Chapels Mortuary, Vallejo (707) 552-6696. wwwTwinChapelsMortuary.com

Richard H. Zimmerman

September 21, 1936 - June 1, 2021