Melba A. Zimmerman Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Melba A. Zimmerman of Fairbury, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 24, 2025 at the age of 94. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Melba A. Zimmerman to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jacob Funk and Sophie Farney Funk; her husband Allen Zimmerman; her stepsons, Dean Steffen and Scott Zimmerman; her sister Irene Stoller; and her niece Marsha Sheitlin.
She is survived by: her stepchildren, Kenny Steffen (Patsy) of Tangier, IN, Terri Young of Peyton, CO, Marvin Steffen (Rhea) of Naples, FL, Jon Steffen (Sandy) of Naples, FL, Greg Steffen (Darla) of Leroy, IL, Shelly Steidinger (Ray) of Fairbury, IL, Cinda Fehr (Ivan) of Fairbury, IL, Holly Steidinger (Glen) of Fairbury, IL and Kent Zimmerman (Paulette) of Forrest, IL; her daughter-in-law Shirley Steffen of Chokoloskee, FL; and her sister Iva Stoller of Latty, OH. She is also survived by 37 step grandchildren and 92 step great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, January 28th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Wednesday, January 29th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, January 29th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Apostolic Christian Church (27215 E 900 N Rd, Forrest, IL 61741).
The family suggests memorials be given to the Fairview Haven Retirement Community/Serenity Villa, Fairbury or SELCAS.
