ZENITH RUTH ZIMMER

October 12, 1928 - February 24, 2014

Zenith Ruth Zimmer of Prescott, Ariz., 85, died on February 24, 2014, in Prescott, Arizona. She was born on October 12, 1928, in North Wilkesboro, NC, to John and Zephyr (Tharpe) Waddell. Zenith spent her life as a nutritionist, retiring at the age of 59. She had many hobbies that included gardening, needlepoint, baking, with her favorite passion being able to spend time with her loved ones at the many family get-together’s. Her needlepoint and quilting work gained her many awards throughout her life. She is survived by her children, Melody (Don) Buckley, John (Diana) Alexander, David (Bea) Alexander, and Hillary Alexander; grandchildren, Rich Doty, Melisa Clarke, Trey, Casey, Nick, Wesley, Chalace, Jessica and Allyson Alexander; 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Irene Kay and Margaret Bumgardner; and many precious nieces, nephews, and family members who live out of state. Zenith was preceded in death by her parents, son, James F. Alexander, and three siblings. Services will be held at Hampton Funeral Home, Friday, March 7, 2014 at 10:00a.m., with burial taking place at the Arizona Pioneers Cemetery. Donations can be made in memory of Zenith to the Granite Mountain Home Care and Hospice, 3107 Clearwater Dr., Prescott, Ariz., 86305