ZILLMER - Bret Zillmer, age 61, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2019.He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Zillmer; brother, Marc Zillmer. Bret is survived by his wife of 30 years, Louanne Zillmer; mother, Nancy Zillmer; children, Melisa (Isaac) Phillips and Jeston (Mikki Stalzer) Carter; grandchildren, Dianthia (Josh Hudson) Barnum and Elizabeth Barnum; great granddaughter, Arabella Rose; brothers, Eric (Deb) Zillmer and Kris (Becky) Zillmer; sister, Beth (Steve) Davis; brothers and sisters in-law, Richard (Julie) Longway; Kathy (George) Kinsley, David (Shoone) Longway, Kimberly Mantheny, Scott (Renee) Manley, Orrie Manley, Onna (Ed Thompson) Manley. Bret was a former member of The All American Motorcycle Club. A funeral service will take place 11:00 AM Saturday, January 26 at Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Drive NE, Belmont. Bret’s family will greet relatives and friends 4:00 to 7:00 PM Friday and one hour prior to the service at the funeral chapel. To share a photo, memory and sign the family’s online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Bret Zillmer please visit our Sympathy Store.
Cemetery Details
Belmont, MI, 49306
Visitation
JAN 25. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EST)
Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI, 49306
[email protected]
https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com
Funeral Service
JAN 26. 11:00 AM (EST)
Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI, 49306
[email protected]
https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com
Leave Your Tribute Message
Long lost cousin. The computer age has reconnected us. Wish I had the oppertunity to see you before you left us. Our Grandfathers were brothers. We were kids together in Wisconsin, family visits. So sorry I never got to know you better. Rest in peace cousin!Evan ZillmerWoodruff WisconsinNow living in Florida.
- Evan Zillmer
Thanks Evan. Too bad you never got to ride together.
- Beth Zillmer-Davis
THERESE SKENDZEL lit a candle in memory of Bret Zillmer
- THERESE SKENDZEL
BRETT, WILL BE MISS, BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.. SENDING LOTS OF ANGELS AND PRAYERS… TO U AND YOUR FAMILY AND LOVE… BRETT ALWAYS HAD A BIG SMILE ON HIS FACE EVERYWHERE HE WENT… HANGING OUT WITH FRIENDS, HE ALWAYS MADE U LAUGH… THERESE SKENDZEL GOD BLESS
- THERESE SKENDZEL
Bret will be missed. It was always so obvious how much he and Louanne we're in love. Bret could always be counted on to make people laugh. Sending love and prayers to your loved ones as they grieve. Peace and blessings.
- Andria Keil
Derek Tubbs lit a candle in memory of Bret Zillmer
- Derek Tubbs
Sorry to hear about your loss. Doc and Lois
- Lois Burch
Paul & Vicky Cornish purchased the Enchanted Cottage for the family of Bret Zillmer.
- Paul & Vicky Cornish
I am forever grateful to Brett and Louanne for all the help and guidance given to me. He is a beautiful soul and has fought the biggest fight there is. You did good my friend, rest easy now, and tell Ed I said I love you. Big hugs to you Louanne. I understand . If you need a friend in your path. I am here. Much love.
- Darlene Martino
I am grateful I was able to know Bret. He and Lou are two of the most genuine people I know. The grief and sadness at losing him is something we won’t get over but we will eventuality get through it. It is a testament to how much we care about him and Lou. You have left a positive mark on my life and you will be greatly missed. You fought a good battle my friend and now you can RIP. Melissa Spino
- Melissa Spino
Im sorry he passed away but no more pain for him. RIP. I wish I cud go to the funeral but too far away and cant afford to fly out there. Last time I remmy I rode on his cool Harley on my grad day. It was awesome. I hope we all see him in heaven one day.
- patrick phillips
Wish you were still here to hold me. Love you brother!
- Beth Zillmer-Davis
Luanne so sorry to hear about Bret.He was one of the most wonderful person I met in the 14 year's. God took him home.
- Lauri Vandenberg
It was a great time when you 2 came to Muscatine, kept waiting for you to come back again sit on the deck and get drunk with us 😊 😊 thinking of you text me anytime! 😥😥
- Laura Birch
Bret & Lou taught me a lot in my first few years in the biker community. Haven't seen him in 20 years, but my memory's of him still hold true. Eagles Speed to the Heavens Brother, you will be missed.
- Ric Woods
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