David R. Zorn

 David R. Zorn, 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 16, 2024 surrounded by the family he loved in his Brockport home. 

David was born on November 20th 1939, to Chester and Phyllis Zorn. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers, Delmer, Dale, and Duane, sister Marlene and her husband Larry Judd and son Gregory G. Zorn.

A true man of his time; he was always sharply cut, mild-mannered, kind, and a devoted steward to his family and modest plot in life. From his early upbringings on a milk farm to retiring from a successful career at Eastman Kodak, he had a perfect understanding of the value of dedication. No one can deny this as his secret to happiness in life. He was mindful in his work ethic, meticulous in the care of his property (whether nice cars, land, or watches-rich in his respect of the merit of every penny saved is earned) to loving and caring for the love of his life, Bonnie. What really seemed to set him apart was not just his indelible embodiment of perfect model citizenship, but being all this while also unwittingy crafting an all-too-easy-to-miss sense of comic timing perfection. He was no jokester (he did not judge you), but through that often quiet demeanor sat a patient man ready to serve up the right punchline when the room really needed it. He could make you laugh at yourself so hard you'd spill your Old Fashioned and respect him more because of it. It was as if he'd just missed his calling as a member of the Rat Pack. He wanted you to be having a good time, but also to be a good human. He bowled better than most (and has the trophies to prove it), loved a good round of golf whenever he could have it, and was the best damn Euchre partner for nearly 27 years!

A deeply loved husband, father, chosen father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and confidant; Dave will be remembered and missed for all of this and more.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Bonnie, sons David Zorn Jr. and Tim Zorn, daughter Robin (Scott) Waller, grandchildren David Bielewicz (Jackie Baker), Michael Waller, and Scottie Waller, great grandchildren Nico and Juna, sister-in-law Betty Zorn, many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Viewing will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 4-6p at Fowler Funeral Home Inc., 340 West Ave., Brockport. Following the viewing there will be a celebration of life gathering held at the Brockport Veterans Club, 222 West Ave, Brockport. Food and beverages will be provided. Interment, Lakeview Cemetery on Friday at 11 am. Those wishing may contribute to the Jewish Home Foundation - Rochester, NY or the Michael J. Fox Foundation in Dave’s honor.