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1962
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2019
Richard Zimmerman Obituary
Rick began his Real Estate career in 1992 and was most recently the proud Broker/Owner of the Real Estate Firm, Durango Premier Realty. Rick has been a highly successful respected broker and member of the Durango Area Real Estate Community where he was well liked, had a great sense of humor and helped many people. Because of his generous nature, he left St Jude's Children's Hospital a large portion of his estate.
His motto through his life "Do unto others as you have them do unto you". Those who knew him know this is what he stood for.
He is preceded in death by his parents Capt. Geroge G. Zimmerman and Marjorie Ann Zimmerman. He is survived by brothers Jack Zimmerman of Gearhart, OR, and Doug Zimmerman of Camas, WA.
"Rest in peace with Mom and Dad, my beautiful little brother".
Nieces Karri Zimmerman, Edie Powers, and nephew Matthew Zimmerman all of Vancouver, WA. Cousins Joe Sayre of Vail, CO, Margaret Blackburn of Sparks, NV, and Chris Hack of Lakewood, CO.
Rick loved living in Durango and enjoyed many athletic activities including golf, baseball, racket ball, hiking, river sports, and excelled as a passionate extreme skier where he could often be found tearing up the slopes at Purgatory ski area. He loved watching the Denver Broncos, and the Colorado Rockies. Best of all he enjoyed his long walks and swimming with his faithful 4-legged companion, Turbo.
Rick will be missed, but never forgotten by his family, many friends and colleagues, all who knew him who loved him dearly.
A private gravesite service will be in Delta, CO. A Celebration of Life will be in Durango, CO. Dates to be determined.
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for Richard Zimmerman
Tony Fort
October 24, 2024
Rick, or "Big Z" as I called him, was one of my closest friends. Unfortunately, we were separated by many miles ( I live in Alaska) and did not visit often, but still stayed in touch. I met Rick in Telluride and that's where he took me under his wing, treated me like a little brother and taught me to ski. He was one of a kind and I wish we could have seen one another more. I'll miss him forever. I'm sure he's shredding the snow on those big runs in the sky.
Gregory Ferguson
May 24, 2023
I have a hard time believing that Rick has been gone from us now 4 years as time flies by at a rapid pace. I continue to miss him and his friendship, his laugh, his character, and his good hearted nature. I'm sure I'm not the only one that thinks the same of Rick. Still miss you buddy!
Gregory Ferguson
May 24, 2022
As I mentioned after Rick's passing I met him in college and were best friends. In college as mentioned we played baseball together, but more than just baseball Rick and I fished together, played racket ball, played a lot of Hacky Sack, went out on double dates even and without a doubt Rick cared about people he knew. He always call me around my birthday just wish just to tell me Happy Birthday that's how Rick was. I now miss those calls and I know one day I will see him again. This good man will be missed forever with me.
Tony Albanese (Fort)
November 9, 2021
Sadly I only just discovered Rick was no longer with us. Rick and I were close in the mid 80s and always kept in touch over the years. We last spoke in 2019 and I had no idea he was ill. Rick was like a big brother to me. During our time in Telluride, he taught me how to ski and took me under his wing. I visited him in Durango some years back and he showed me the sights. He was one of my oldest friends and I'm deeply saddened. This is another reminder that we should always hold close, those who are dear to us for we know not when we will lose them.
June 26, 2019
Hey Bah, loved you man!
John Dills
Your Bud Fergie
Greg Ferguson
June 7, 2019
Rick was my closest friend throughout college and we have stay in touch ever sense. Rick was always a great guy and always thoughtful to me for as long as I've know him. I met Rick for the first time at Western State College as we met while playing baseball together. I will always remember Rick's infectious smile, his great laugh, and his adventurous personality. Rick you will be truly missed by all and especially by me. I know I will always keep you in my thoughts. RIP my Friend!
Lesley Meiering
June 4, 2019
So sad that Rick is not amongst us anymore. Such a great and kind and funny man. He always had a smile and a laugh when you met up with him. I will miss him very much.
Roy Newman
June 3, 2019
Sad - He was a fine man
June 1, 2019
He will be miss and never forgotten deb warner
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