Bert Zorzi

Bartholomew David “Bert” Zorzi, 83, of Dennison, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018, at Union Hospital in Dover. Born April 2, 1934 in Uhrichsville, he was a son of the late Leo Zorzi, Sr. and Anna Katherine (Valentini) Zorzi.

A 1952 graduate of Uhrichsville High School, Bert proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958 before returning home to a long career with Alsco in Gnadenhutten. In retirement, he was employed by the R.K. Lindsey Funeral Home. He was a lifelong, faithful member of Immaculate Conception Church in Dennison where he sang in the choir for many years.

On August 10, 1985, Bert married Rosemary A. (Gardina) Zorzi with whom he enjoyed nearly 33 years of loving marriage. He is also survived by children, Michele (Ken) Nahrstedt, Teresa (Steve) Patterson, and John (Shari) Kastor; grandchildren, Ben (Lindsey) Tulak, Kristie Fogarty, Abby Kastor, Jack Kastor, Samantha (Mike) Fisher, Molly Patterson, Julia Nahrstedt, and John Nahrstedt; great-grandson, Leo Tulak; brother, Leo (Sandra) Zorzi, Jr.; sister, Irene Zorzi; and many nieces and nephews who were dear to his heart.

Father Tyron Tomson will celebrate the funeral Mass at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 10, 2018, at Immaculate Conception Church in Dennison. A private, family committal service will be held in St. Mary’s Cemetery near Dennison. Visitation will be 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to support the Immaculate Conception Church Choir.