Retta Maureen Zieg

Retta Maureen Bluhm Zieg, 98, passed away on June 16, 2026, in San Diego, California, surrounded by family. She was born on January 26, 1928, in Port Huron, Michigan, to Walter and Retta Belle Bluhm. From a young age, she was raised by Ephraim and Almeda Hunsberger, whose care helped shape the woman she would become.

She graduated from Port Huron High School in 1946 and went on to build a beautiful life with her high school sweetheart, Gerald Leroy Zieg. The two shared 69 years of marriage, a partnership grounded in devotion, family, faith, and music. Retta was a longtime member of Beta Sigma Phi and sang in the choir at First United Methodist Church for more than 50 years, offering her voice in worship and fellowship across generations.

Music was one of Retta’s lifelong joys and remained a significant part of the home she and Gerald created for their children. She played the piano for most of her life and even gave an informal recital at the age of 88. She also loved playing cards, gardening, and singing in the church choir. More than anything, she loved children and found joy in welcoming others with warmth and affection. In addition to her family, she is survived by many dear friends who lovingly called her Mom and Grandma.

She is survived by her children, David Zieg and his wife, Nora, of Parker, Colorado; Alan Zieg of San Diego, California, along with his husband, Paul, who was an especially important part of Retta’s life; Janet Murillo of Kenner, Louisiana, along with her husband, Louie, who also held a special place in Retta’s heart; and daughter-in-law Susan Zieg of Murrieta, California; six grandchildren, Jennifer and Elizabeth Zieg, Ian Zamora, Nathaniel and Jessica Zieg, and John Cody Frumveller; and five great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. She was a proud mother who raised four successful children and leaves behind a legacy of love, encouragement, and enduring family values.

Retta was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gerald, in 2017; her son, Gerald W. Zieg, in 2006; her brother, Howard Bluhm; her brother-in-law, Robert (Christine) Zieg in 2022; and her sisters-in-law, Hilda Misch Jean in 2017 and Marilyn Dostie in 2025. She will be remembered for her steady grace, her generous heart, her deep love of family, and the music she shared so freely with those around her.

A Celebration of Life service will be held in Port Huron, Michigan, with details to be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Endowment Fund at First United Methodist Church, 828 Lapeer Avenue, Port Huron, MI 48060.