Irene Zimmerman, age 76, passed away suddenly Sunday September 12, 2010 at Ellis Hospital.
A native of Altamont, Irene was the daughter of Wallace and Ethel VanAuken.
Mom enjoyed flower gardening, knitting, crafting, baking, reading, and retail therapy. She lived her life for home and family.
Irene is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, William W. Zimmerman, Daughter Cynthia J. Tirotta and Husband Joseph of Prescott, AZ., Daughter Deborah A. DeVito and Husband Michael of Mountaintop, PA., Son Wm. Kerby Zimmerman and wife Andrea of Altamont, NY, Daughter Stephanie S. Macgilfrey of Altamont, NY., Grandchildren Gregory M. DeVito, Ryan J. DeVito, Samantha A. Macgilfrey, Cole T. Macgilfrey, and Logan J. Macgilfrey.
Private services were held at the Fredendal Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Altamont Volunteer Ambulance Service, 767 Rte. 146, Altamont, NY. 12009