Frederick J. "Fred" Zimmerman, age 84, passed away October 14, 2023 in Big Rapids. He was born January 28, 1939 in Detroit, the son of Fred and Mary (Byrnes) Zimmerman. Fred attended St. Mary Catholic School and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1957. He was a hard worker and worked with various local contractors throughout Big Rapids for many years. Fred retired from the Mecosta County Road Commission in 1987. Fred loved to be outdoors. He enjoyed hunting in Alaska, Colorado, and Montana and fishing in Ontario, Canada. He took pride in working on his crop farm and liked doing tractor pulls in Evart. Fred always had a great story to share with anyone who would listen. He was a gruff man, but had a tender and kind heart. Fred will be missed by many cherished friends and family. Fred is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Carol; sons, Jeffrey and Larry Zimmerman; step-daughter, Kristie (Earl) Hoffman; brother, John (Diane) Zimmerman; sister-in-law, Joyce Zimmerman; grandchildren, Nicholas Zimmerman, Eric Hoffman, Jill Simons, Ashley Hoffman; great-grandchildren, Zach, Collin, Ryan, Alivia, Logan; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Gary Zimmerman; and brother, Charles Zimmerman. Mass of the Resurrection will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 19, 2023 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Big Rapids where visitation will be an hour before. The family will also greet friends Wednesday, October 18, 2023 from 3:00 6:00 p.m at St. Mary Catholic Church. Father Jegar Fickel, celebrant. Fred will be laid to rest at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made in Freds name to a charity of your choice. Please leave a condolence, memory, and picture at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Visitation Wednesday, October 18, 2023 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM St. Mary Catholic Church 1009 Marion Ave Big Rapids,MI 49307 Visitation Thursday, October 19, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church 1009 Marion Ave Big Rapids,MI 49307 Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, October 19, 2023 11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church 1009 Marion Ave Big Rapids,MI 49307