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Richard Zinninger Obituary

Richard A "Rick" Zinninger

Mar 21, 1960 - Nov 19, 2024

Norwalk

Richard "Rick" A. Zinninger, 64, of Norwalk, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at his residence.

He was born March 21, 1960, in Niles, Michigan.

He is survived by the love of his life and 30-year long-term partner, Teresa Goble of Norwalk and her daughter Brittany Bissell of Cleveland; as well as his siblings, Sheila Gary of Angola, Indiana, and Michael Zinninger of Florida.

As a lifelong entrepreneur of many trades, Rick often enjoyed the simpler things in life, like fishing, camping, grilling out and mowing the lawn.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Ann; brother, Robert; and sister, Betty.

A celebration of life will take place March 21, 2025, in lieu of his 65th birthday.

Memorial contributions may be sent directly to the family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Norwalk Reflector on Nov. 23, 2024.

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Angela van Meter Lowery

November 26, 2024

Rest in Peace friend !

Louise

November 24, 2024

Teresa I´m so sorry to hear this, many prayers to you and your family.

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