Carl Lee Zieser, of Robins, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family Saturday, March 17, 2018 in Arizona, where he and Dolores spent the winter months. Carl was born November 16, 1930 in rural Walker, the son of Herman and Mary (Kleitsch) Zieser. He attended Urbana High School and graduated in 1948. He married Dolores Ferguson on May 23, 1950 at St. Mary’s church in Walker. Carl was born and raised on a farm, and shortly after getting married he bought his first farm where all of his children grew up. This remained the family farm his whole life. In addition to farming, he also worked at the Iowa National Insurance Company. Carl is survived by his wife, Dolores, his beloved children, Steven (Kimberly), Ruth, Randy (Kristal), Jeffrey (Lori) and Larry (Kathy), as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Pauline and Dora, and brothers Clifford (Betty) and Robert. Carl was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Mary, brother, Donald (Angela), and sisters, Edna (Nick) and Eleanor (Herb), brother in laws, Carl and Duane, and sister in law, Mary Helen. Carl’s courage, strength and zest for a life was an inspiration to all. A celebration of life will be planned at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Ryan House, 110 West Merrell Street, Phoenix, Arizona, 85013.
Kathy McCarthy
Joe and I send our thoughts and prayers to you all. Carl was a dedicated family man. We are sorry for your loss.
Hugs and prayers.
Joe Gourley
Kathy McCarthy
Jim McCarthy
My condolences. I am a better person today because of the time I personally spent with Carl. He will always be in my memory.
Jim&Joy McCarthy
We are sorry to hear of the death of Carl. Our thoughts and prayers for the Zieser family for their loss.
Kelly Johnstone
May God wrap his loving arms around each and every one of you, Carl was a great thinker. Carl was a very honest caring man, So much love he had inside his heart..Now you are with all your lost loved ones, Sincerely my Condolences
Theresa Detert
So very sorry for your lost. Prayers for the Zieser family.
Kelly Woizeschke
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. He was a wonderful man and had an electrifying smile he touched many lives!
Judy Brittan
I only met this lovely gentleman a few times but love his Phoenix family dearly & I know how much they loved him. He worked hard his whole life and our only consolation is that he is at peace now. Travel well in your light Carl!
Bob Beaudette
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Carl. We had so much fun doing things together; building my guest house, having a beer, and just generally sitting around telling stories. He was a true friend and always a gentleman. I will miss him greatly. Carl touched and influenced so many people. My deepest condolences go out to the whole family.