Lonnie Gene Zell

Rock Rapids, IA Lonnie Zell, age 81 of Rock Rapids, IA died on Feb 2, 2015 at the Sanford Senior Care Center, Sheldon, IA, after suffering a long battle with Alzheimer's. Graveside services will be at a later date in Ashton, SD. Lonnie Zell was born on Oct 7, 1933 in Ashton, SD to parents, John Zell and Flora Bymers. Lonnie was a Korean veteran and after serving over 20 years of service, retired as Tech Sergeant from the United States Air Force. He traveled to many countries including: Korea, Japan, Germany, Italy and Taiwan. Lonnie is survived by his wife, Deb Zell/Ver Meer of Rock Rapids, IA; son, Alan L. Zell (wife Lynn) of Jacksonville, NC; son, Donald K. Zell (wife Cindy) of Sartell, MN; daughter, Debra A. Mejia/Zell (husband Gary) of Graham, WA; daughter, Cynthia G. Zielinski/Zell of Mariana, AZ; step daughter, Tonya McCormick (husband Bryan) of Commerce, GA; and step daughter, Teisa Nicole (husband Jean) of S. Africa along with 9 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Lonnie is preceded in death by his first wife, Lenora J. Zell, brother, Philip Zell and sister Bessie Koester.