Harry "Michael" Zimmerman

August 13, 1944 - December 21, 2016

Obituary For Harry "Michael" Zimmerman

Harry Michael Zimmerman, Sr. of Raleigh, NC passed on December 21, 2016 at the age of 72. Mike was born in Woodbury NJ, to the late John Thomas and Katherine Zimmerman.

Mike is a retired veteran of the United States Navy. He qualified for sub school on June 12, 1969. He retired from the Navy on August 12, 2004 as an E-7 Chief Petty Officer. He was a hero to all.

Mike upheld his submarine’s motto “One man with courage is a majority”.

Mike led a life full of accomplishments, success and love. He was a loving father, grandfather, uncle and friend

He is survived by his two sons, John Zimmerman (Michelle) and Harry Michael Zimmerman Jr. Daughter, Jennifer Sullivan (Heath), as well as seven grandchildren.

Mike is preceded in death by his wife Margaret.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, http://www.psp.org/donate/ or to Transitions LifeCare, http://transitionslifecare.org/donate/

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life. John 3:16

Services

TBD

Cemetery

Pine Forest Memorial Gardens 770 Stadium Drive Wake Forest, NC 27587 Get Directions »

27 Dec

Visitation

10:00 AM - 10:30 PM

Renaissance Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center 7615 Six Forks Rd Raleigh, NC 27615 Get Directions »

27 Dec

Funeral Service

10:30 AM - 11:30 PM

Renaissance Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center 7615 Six Forks Rd Raleigh, NC 27615 Get Directions »

27 Dec

Entombment

12:15 PM

Pine Forest Memorial Gardens 770 Stadium Drive Wake Forest, NC 27587 Get Directions »

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September 01, 2020

Mike Hollingsworth

I especially remember the several Veteran's Day visits we shared with our grandchildren at their school. Mike was rightfully proud of his Naval service to the country and we had many discussions about his time in the submarine. Happy events!
September 01, 2020

Jackie Cottrell

Mike was married to my cousin, Marg, who was like my sister. "Cuz" was one of the funniest and most thoughtful men I knew. He was a wonderful husband and father and family man, always ready with a laugh and a good joke. Mulf and I will miss you always, as we do Marg. With respect and love, Jackie and Mulf
September 01, 2020

Gene Rutter

On behalf of the Tarheel Base Submarine Veterans, we offer our deepest condolences to the family on Mike's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our submarine brother. We offer thanks to Mike for his service to our country. Sailor, rest your oar. We will assume the watch. Chaplain Gene Rutter USSVI Tarheel Base
September 01, 2020

Heidi San Filippo McBurney

Lit a candle in memory of Harry "Michael" Zimmerman
September 01, 2020

Jennifer Sullivan

As his daughter, all I can say is that I lost my Hero. "One man with Courage is a Majority'.
September 01, 2020

Brian Young

Elizabeth and I were saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He was a pillar to our small part of the neighborhood and he will certainly be missed. Our sympathies and prayers go out to the family. - Brian and Elizabeth Young
September 01, 2020

jim newsome

Michael was always interested in the children program in BSF. He was a good friend and willing to volunteer all the time to help us out. He will be missed by the children and the children leaders until we meet again in heaven. Jim Newsome