John Francis Zipfel, 64, passed away on June 10, 2022. He was the beloved brother of Gerry Frattali (Rick), Ruth Reese (Don), and the late Sharon Proctor (the late Ricky); devoted uncle of Jeff Frattali (Sarah), Brian Frattali, Jennifer Martin, Kara Reese, and Leah Reese. He is also survived by seven great-nieces and nephews and numerous cousins.
John was a 1975 graduate of Archbishop Curley High School, a life-long member of the Boy Scouts, including Eagle Scout and Adult Leader, and a Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus. He retired after 30 years as a Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Ranger.
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Schimunek Funeral Home, Inc. (9705 Belair Road, Nottingham, MD 21236) on Thursday, June 16 from 3-7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 17, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anthony Church (4414 Frankford Ave., Baltimore, MD 21206). Interment in Sacred Heart of Jesus cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in John’s name may be made to the Archbishop Curley High School Scholarship Fund (https://payit.nelnet.net/form/2pPea5VG).
Online condolences may be left at: www.schimunekfuneralhomes.com