Don Zinzer (September 15, 1941 ~ May 31, 2022)

Donald Frederick Zinzer of Crestwood, MO entered into rest, preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Rosamonde Ellis Zinzer and brother-in-law, James V. Parker. Donald is survived by his sister Rosamonde Parker (Todd Keller), nephew Christian Parker (Linda), niece Leslie Weidner (Dave), three great nephews, a great niece, and cousins.

After graduation from Drake University and service in the Army Reserves, Donald had a varied business career that included owning a seat on the Chicago Board of Options, rehabbing and selling houses, and eventually turning his hobby of making O-scale buildings for model railroading enthusiasts into his own company, Elfin Models, Inc.  

Donald was a lifelong dog owner and derived great pleasure in caring for his dogs.

Services will be private.  Memorials may be made to Stray Rescue of St. Louis or the St. Louis Senior Dog Project.