Stefan Zimmer, a “true-green” Green-White member, passed away
today (Jan 22nd). He will always be remembered as a great player, coach,
general manager, and friend. We can also never forget his wonderful meat
and sausage at all the Schlachtfests and “Steve’s famous burgers”
and Hungarians at all the tournaments. At our 45th anniversary, he was
elected “Mr. Green-White” – a title he earned and proudly held.
Wake: Tuesday, Jan. 26 from 3-9, Grove Memorial Chapel, 1199 S.
Arlington Hts. Rd, Elk Grove, IL
Funeral: Wednesday, Jan 27, St. Matthew, 1001 E. Schaumburg Rd,
Schaumburg, IL. Depart funeral home at 9:00 a.m.
Joe Soehn Jr. Comments: “On the behalf of all the Chicago Kickers, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Zimmer family. Mr. Zimmer was a pioneer to our game of soccer. He touched and taught hundreds of soccer players on how to play the game correctly. His passion and work ethic goes unprecedented. He always took the time to say hello, while always willing to critique the game when ask to do so. The game of soccer and the city of Chicago has lost a great ambassador, a great friend, a hole in the sport that quite frankly will never be filled. They just plain do not make them like Mr. Zimmer anymore! We are going to miss him! May he rest in peace.”
