Bertha (Betty) Zimmer

BETTY ZIMMERMAN IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Bertha Elizabeth “Betty” Zimmerman, 93, of Idaho Falls, passed away September 19, 2008, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. Betty was born September 9, 1915, in Kearney, Nebraska, to Orville DeVere Brown and Elizabeth Amelia Fredericka Laue Brown. She attended public schools in Wood River, Nebraska. She married Edward Zimmerman on October 31, 1937, in Thermopolis, Wyoming. He preceded her in death on March 12, 1986. She was a homemaker and mother. She resided in Casper, Wyoming for 62 years before moving to Idaho Falls to be closer to her daughter. Betty was known as “Mamie” to all her children. She was a member of the Casper, Wyoming, and Idaho Falls Presbyterian Churches and served as a Deacon in Casper. She enjoyed crafts, playing cards, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family. Survivors include: Daughter: Nancy R. Dennis, Jackson, MS Son: Donald J. (Barbara) Zimmerman, Casper, WY Daughter: Betty J. (Doug) French, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: Bernard (Donna) Brown, Omaha, NE Sister: Helen (Leroy) Bilslend, Wood River, NE 16 Grandchildren, 34 Great Grandchildren and 18 Great Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, granddaughter, three brothers and three sisters. Graveside Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Natrona Memorial Gardens in Casper, Wyoming, under the direction of Wood Funeral Home, Idaho Falls, Idaho. Memorial Services will be held October 3, 2008, at First Presbyterian Church in Idaho Falls. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Jim Shaffer jimfshaffer@cableone.net Dear Betty, Doug, and all of Elizabeth's family, In the brief times that I visited Elizabeth, I could tell that she was a wonderful person and must have live a good and definitely long life. I pray that good memories of her will comfort you as you grieve the loss and the Father of Mercies and the God of all Comfort be with you. With love, in Christ, Jim Laura Wells Dear Betty & Family, My heart aches for you at this time. I will always remember your mother as a very spry and cute little lady. I always chuckled each time I would see her quickly walking down the street to your house. She was always a pleasure to be around and visit with. I think she has led a very full life and enjoyed her family as you all enjoyed her. I think it was wonderful how you always made her a big part of your lives. Remember those times with a smile and maybe a tear or two, and always with love. Laura Spencer and Theda Dear Betty, Doug, and all of your extended family. We just wanted to tell you that we thought that Mamie was one of the coolest little ladies that we have ever met. She made all of our gathering's and parties a lot of fun. I know you will miss your mom a lot, but just let a little tear once in a while and then just remember the wonderful life you had together for all those years. Before you know it you will be reunited again. Joann Mines joannmines@alumni.whitman.edu Betty was a special person, and you have all been in my thoughts and prayers. I was sorry to have missed the memorial service due to knee replacement surgery a few days ago.