Jack Wayne Zimbelman

He was born on January 15, 1948 in Brighton, Colorado to Johnny Jr and Flora (Kitzman) Zimbelman. Jack was raised on the family farm in Prospect Valley. He graduated from Weld Central Jr/Sr High School in 1966. He left for the Navy shortly after graduation. When he returned, he purchased the Prospect Pub that he ran for four years. He met the love of his life, Kathy Blackston and they were married on September 20, 1973. To this union, they had four daughters; Tesha, Molly, Lindsay and Jamie. Jack and Kathy raised their four daughters together on the farm until her passing in 1994.

Jack loved being a farmer, and always loved his crops. He was extremely proud of his pumpkins, watermelons, cantaloupes, and sweet corn; that he generously shared with the community. Driving his Ranger, with his loyal sidekick Jessie, was one of his pleasures. He liked to check on his cows and his farm (perhaps also checking up to make sure the girls and grandkids were working).

Family was very important to Jack. He loved his daily visits with the girls and grandkids, and hearing about the latest chaos and accomplishments in their lives. Jack was proud and blessed to have his daughters and grandkids all living within a close distance to the family farm. That meant they would always be available to help with a quick “10 minute” job, that might last all day.

As a member of the American Legion Post 180, Jack served as Commander, Secretary and Treasurer. He worked for Commerce City Grain and Roggen Farmers Elevator for years. Jack served with the Southeast Weld County Fire Department as a volunteer for over 14 years. He was a faithful, lifetime member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Hudson. He was an active member of the community and donated to any cause, group or charity and participated in all the “dinners”! His presence was known by the vast number of visitors and phone calls he received during his illness.

Jack is survived by his four daughters, Tesha Irvin (Kris), Molly Lockhart (Bill), Lindsay Moser (Kevin), and Jamie Weichel (Grady) all of Keenesburg, brothers Kenny (Paulie) Zimbelman of Keenesburg and Marvin Zimbelman of Basehor, KS. Grandkids Zach (Emily) and Zaryan Irvin; Kathy Zimbelman, Emma Lockhart and Jack Zimbelman; Jaclynn, Brookelynn and Brayden Moser; Olivia, Hadley and Gus Weichel. Great-grandchildren Avy Zimbelman and Creo Irvin all of Keenesburg. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Jack is preceded in death by his devoted wife Kathy, parents Johnny and Flora Zimbelman and brother and sister-in-law Sonny and Annalee Zimbelman.

A memorial service will be held October 27th at 11:00 am at the Southeast Weld County Fairgrounds in Keenesburg. A luncheon will be served after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary P.O. Box 73, Keenesburg, CO 80643.