James William Zimmerman

James William Zimmerman passed away on Monday, August 19th 2024 at the Reading Hospital surrounded by his loving family. James is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Josephine M. (Reider) Zimmerman.

In addition to his wife, James is also survived by his two children, Jody (Reider) Green and her husband Jeffrey Green, Steven Reider and his wife Aimee Reider, brothers Seth and his wife Cheryl Bolig, Edward and his wife Pauline Zamorski, sisters Virginia (Vicki) and her husband John Strause, Cynthia Haltom, Darlene and her husband Horst Zornek and step sisters Fae and her husband Frank Blatt and Sandy and husband Eugene Martin.James is also predeceased by his sister Donna Wenrich, wife of Ron Wenrich.

James is also survived by his grandchildren Owen Green, Jacob Reider, Ethan Reider and Hadleigh Reider, as well as great grandson Jaxon Reider.

James was born in Reading, PA on July 30, 1954, son of the late Carl Rhein and Louise Ann (Poticher) Hill.

James was employed by Dana Corporation for several years as well as EasyPak, as a tool and die maker until his retirement. James was a 1973 graduate of Reading High School. He was a member of West Wyomissing Chapel where he performed many duties for the church. James loved playing baseball and softball for many years. He also engaged in many other activities including golf, bowling and auto racing which he was a mini sprint car driver for several years.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday August 24th, 2024 at 10am at West Wyomissing Chapel, 2055 Reading Blvd, Reading PA 19609. Burial to follow at Berks Memorial Gardens, Fleetwood PA.

Prior to the services, a viewing for family and friends will be held on Saturday from 9-10am at the chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church at the above address in James’ memory.

Theo C Auman Funeral Home, Reading PA is honored to be serving the family. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.theocauman.com for the Zimmerman family.