"Sorry for your lost of a good man. Always willing to help when in the store.
WE will pray for GODS blessing on the family.
Kenny & Mary Ann Studer"
In loving memory of
Michael J. Zeller
September 27, 1954 - March 31, 2018
Michael John Zeller was born September 27, 1954, in Mason City, son of Alfred and Magdalena (Kramer) Zeller. He grew up on a farm near St. Joe, graduating from Garrigan High School in 1972 and then at Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg with a degree in small engine repair. He then worked at Ernie Williams Harley Davidson as store manager for 10 years.
Mike married Dianne Miller on November 25th, 1978, at First United Methodist Church in Algona. In 1984, Mike and Dianne opened the NAPA Auto Parts Store in Bancroft. Mike enjoyed gardening, taking care of the farm and volunteering in his community. He loved camping, spending time with his family, and going to the Iowa State Fair. He proudly served as a volunteer fire fighter in Bancroft for 20 years.
Michael J. Zeller died Saturday, March 31st, 2018 at the Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines at the age of 63.
He is survived by his wife Dianne of Bancroft; four children, Betsy (Brink) Ciferri of Edina, MN, Brett Zeller of Des Moines, Emily (Joe) Sarcone of LaVista, NE, and Carla Zeller of Windsor Heights; and two grandchildren, Vincent Sarcone and Giulia Ciferri. He is also survived by his mother, Maggie Zeller of Algona; four brothers, Donald Zeller of St. Joe, Gary (Lisa) Zeller of St. Joe, Duane Zeller of Humboldt, and Gerald (Lisa) Zeller of St. Joe; a sister-in-law, Kathy (Dennis) Miller Olson of Fort Dodge; three brothers-in-law, David Miller of Bode, Gary (Shelly) Miller of Atlantic, and Russ (fiancé Tanya) Miller of Holly Springs, NC; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Alfred Zeller; his parents-in-law, Lawrence and Doris Miller; and a sister Karen Zeller.
Tributes
"Dianne and family- So sorry for your loss- As everyone has said- Mike was always so kind and generous of time and spirit. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your loved ones. "
"So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. May the loving arms of God surround you all with comfort in the days ahead Ron Nichols. GHS 1972. "
"The Zeller Family - "We can probably do that" - Words from Mike I've heard many times to others and myself. These words have driven me throughout my life. He didn't say "I can probably do that" he said "We," because he was always wanting to help and work with others together. The memories of Mike extend back to many Iowa State Fair camping days, painting buildings, random trips to pick up something he found online, NAPA, and countless projects. Mike was a role model to me, although Diane didn't think so, when we would go to an auction and drag something (trailer load) home that just might be able to be used someday. The role model in Mike extends from his willingness to help with any project for anyone anytime, to a husband, father, grandfather, and a genuine great man. "We can probably do that" has been and will be forever in my life as the way I will strive to lead my life. ~Tony Heldorfer "
"Memories of Mike run deep for a lot of us. His kindness and heart with his gentle laugh are some of the things about Mike we will all cherish. Mike helped so many of us from putting on a windshield wiper to helping 4H kids with their projects. He will be in our hearts forever. "
"so sorry to hear of your loss. may your many memories help you during this time of loss. God be with you."
"Dianne, Betsy, Brett, Emily & Carla~ With a heavy heart, our community has lost an amazing man. Mike was always busy doing for the community the Bancroft Fire Dept., Bancroft Nursing Home, Relay for Life, St. John's, plus a full time job...working in the Napa Store...he was always willing to help where ever needed!! We are so lucky as a community, to know MIke!! My family was is so very lucky to have Mike in our life...he shoveled, visited and etc. just like one of the family. I can't begin to say Thank you enough...I was fortune to watch his children to grow up and even his grandchildren...who meant the world to him!! Anytime you mentioned his kids and grandchildren his eyes lit up like a twinkling Christmas tree...they were his whole life!! Knowing I'm sending lots of prayers and love....Lisa "
"Love and prayers to your family! Mike was an amazing man with a heart to serve, he will be missed in Bancroft."
"Love and prayers to your family! Mike was an amazing man with a heart to serve, he will be missed in Bancroft."
"Dianne and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Never forget the kindness and generous man Mike was. Never ever forgot him buying me a pop at a wedding reception several years ago cause I didn't have any money with me and here came Mike with a pop for me. That's the kind of person Mike was and an act of kindness I never forgot. Mike now in no more pain and rejoicing with the Lord. Prayers and thoughts to all of you at this time, remember all the memories, laugh and shed a few tears and know that his family was important to him."
"Dianne and the entire family: I am honored to have been able to call Mike a friend. I know that he would do anything to help out, or give you the shirt off his back. He was too young to leave this earth, but he is now free from any pain. Remember that he loved you all. God definitely got a great guy today...one of the best. Joe and Carol Menke"
"Dianne and family, Prayers are with you during this trying time. Mike is now at rest in God's wilderness of peace. Our Lord is with you. Peace, JIm and Deb Gage"
"God's blessing upon all the family. "
"Such a good man! Our sympathies and prayers to you and your family, Dianne. May he Rest In Peace! "