A Miami County Newspaper
October 8, 1929

JOHN ZIMMERMAN

John Zimmerman was the sixth child born in Montgomery County on October 28, 1858 and departed from this life at his home in Pleasant Hill on 
October 3, 1929. If he would have lived until the 28th day of this month, he would have reached his 71st year.

Mr. Zimmerman spent practically all of his life in Miami County, of which 57 years, he spent in farming, his quiet, patient manner made it possible for him to give his strength to his work which he did always with great pride.

The last 13 years he lived in Pleasant Hill. On June 16, 1887 he was married to Luella Jennings, and together they shared the joys and sorrows, as well as the cares of life for 42 years. 

Their home was blessed with 2 sons, the oldest dying in infancy. In the year of 1902, he with his wife and son joined the Christian Church of this place, which he was a faithful member and attender, as long as his health permitted.

His death is mourned by his faithful companion, his son Ray and the daughter-in-law. 2 Brothers, Joseph and Samuel Zimmerman of Pleasant Hill and one sister Mrs. Emma Westfall of Covington, Ohio, besides a host of relatives and friends.