Arthur F. Zimpfer, age 100, of Troy, OH passed away on Thursday, September 22, 2016 in Lima, OH.  Art was born on June 7, 1916 in Troy, OH to the late Earl and Rose (Sherman) Zimpfer.  Art married Sara "Sally" (Gaier) Zimpfer and she preceded him in death in 1982.

Art is survived by his six children:  Rozann (Bill) Watkins of Yucca Valley, CA; Douglas (Kathy) Zimpfer of Monticello, IN; Thomas (Joyce) Zimpfer of Miamisburg, OH; Robert (Judy) Zimpfer of Beavercreek, OH; Kathy (Bob) Christian of Lima, OH and James (Tammy) Zimpfer of Piqua, OH; fourteen grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren and six great-greatgrandchildren.

In addition to his parents and his wife, Art was preceded in death by one sister: Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Ide.

Art was a 1934 graduate of Troy High School.  He attended The Ohio State University and was a member of the OSU Buckeye football team.  Following college, Art entered the US Marine Corp and proudly served his country during WWII.

Art was the longest living member of St. Patrick Catholic Church where he formerly served as a Deacon.  He was a former member of the Elks Lodge in Troy.  He retired from Hobart Corporation in 1978 after forty years of service and was a member of the Quarter Century Club.  Following his retirement he volunteered at Hobart headquarters.

Art was an avid bicyclist.  He volunteered for local bike events and even cycled the Road to Hana in Hawaii.  He enjoyed golfing until the age of 90.  He was an enthusiast of all sports and especially enjoyed being a fan of the children's sporting events including BGSU football with his son, Bob and UD football with his sons, Doug and Tom.  Art also enjoyed his regular gatherings with the Meijer Coffee group.

A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 AM, Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Troy with Rev. Fr. James Duell officiating.  Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Troy, OH with Veteran's Honor Guard services at the graveside.  The family will receive friends from 4-7 PM on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at the Baird Funeral Home, Troy, OH.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Patrick Catholic Church or St. Patrick Catholic School in Art's memory at 409 E. Main Street, Troy, OH 45373.  Friends may express condolences to the family through www.bairdfuneralhome.com.