Debarah Elaine Zimmerman, 75, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born in Punxsutawney on June 11, 1947, a daughter of the late Lester Ernest Kromer and Jeannine E. (Means) Kromer.
Debbie was a 1965 graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School.
On Aug. 28, 1965, she married Paul Edward Zimmerman.
They enjoyed nearly 57 years and raised two sons.
She and her husband, Paul, were members of the Jefferson County Animal Rescue Team.
Debbie enjoyed her dog Fanny, her pony Fonzi, and her 25-year-old African grey parrot.
She enjoyed anything that involved needles; whether it was crocheting, knitting or quilting, she was talented at it all.
She was a good cook and liked to bake.
She took great care of her husband, Paul, and she loved her family.
She looked forward to the holidays each year.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Tom Zimmerman and wife Michele, and Tim Zimmerman and wife Michelle, all of Punxsutawney, and four grandchildren, Garrett Zimmerman and wife Isabella, Tanner Zimmerman, Tessa Zimmerman, all of Punxsutawney, and Ty Zimmerman and fiancé Kathryn of Virginia Beach, Virginia.
In accordance with her wishes, there will be no visitation.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Shumaker Funeral Home, Inc., Big Run.
Her ashes will be interred at Morningside Cemetery, DuBois.
Online condolences may be made at www.shumakerfh.com.
