Walter J. Zinno
January 5, 1953 ~ April 9, 2021
Born in: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Walter J. Zinno, 68, of Meadville, passed away, Friday, April 9, 2021 at Meadville Medical Center. He was born on January 5, 1953 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania a son of Walter B. Zinno and Virginia Calasabetta Zinno. He married Patricia E. Breyne on December 11, 1993.
He was a 1970 graduate of North Hills High School and following graduation he attended Robert Morris University.
Walter was a man of many skills, owning and operating numerous successful businesses over the years. He retired to become a realtor for ERA Richmond Realty Service.
He will be remembered for the laughter he brought to everyone around him as well as his love for hunting, fly fishing, food, and music.
Walter was of the Catholic faith and was also a twice Past Master of the Blue Lodge Freemasons.
He is survived by his wife, Patrica E. Zinno; his beloved black lab, Abby; a son, Matthew Zinno and his wife Brittney; a daughter, Rebekah McWain and her husband Aaron; stepsons, Damian Vaccaro and his wife Kristianne, Ryan Vaccaro and his wife Carrie, and Marc Vaccaro and his wife Bonnie; and eight grandchildren, Nicky, Chris, Corrina, Alex, Luisa, Marcella, Luke, and Gabe.
A celebration of life BBQ will be held, Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Mt. Hope Golf Course, 29790 State Rte 27, Guys Mills, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Walter's memory to The Pennsylvania Council of Trout Unlimited, https://patrout.org/index.php/donate/
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Walter's Book of Memories online at www.warrenfh.com
Arrangements are in the care of Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 544 Chestnut Street, Meadville.
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I was very saddened to hear about the passing of Walter Zinno.He was a fraternity brother of mine who I git to see recently when we had reunions, He was a person who was always happy and had a good sense of humor. It was fun to have him around . His appearance liven up the festivities. He has left us with wonderful memories we will always cherish in our hearts .My deepest sympathies to his wife, his family and friends. He is now at peace.
Pat,
I am so sorry to hear this very sad news.
I am grateful that I got to spend a little bit of time with you and Walter. He was a very Special man. He could definitely light up a room. What a great story teller!
Sending prayers of comfort to You and your entire Family.
Much Love,
Stephanie vater
Stephanie Vater
I am so sad to learn of Walt’s passing. I enjoyed being with him and loved his humor. Please know that I hope wonderful memories get you, Pat, through this difficult time.
Bless you Pat in this time of sorrow. May you find solace in knowing Wally is at rest and beyond pain. He loved his dog, his family and you. Soon, you will laugh when you tell his stories… the one when his nurse thought your name was Abby. Condolences to you and your family.
Tom and Jeanne Rhodes
I am so sorry to hear about Walter’s passing. My sympathies go out to you at this difficult time. When I think of Walter, I remember his quick smile and pleasant nature. Oh, yes, and that he makes a great smoked brisket!!
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your special memories keep him in your heart forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Pat. We enjoyed getting to know Walter and loved his wit. I followed his postings on facebook and loved his devotion to Abby, his beloved black lab. May your memories bring you comfort and smiles.
I feel terrible for you! Walter was a good man and you took excellent care of him! He will look over you and always love you!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Pat and your family during this difficult time. We couldn’t have asked for a better neighbor in Walt. He was always so generous (bringing us eggs when he stopped to get some) and good spirited (coming over to join in our celebrations. I will miss chatting with him about our Labs. God Bless & call us if we can help in any way.
John, Marisa, Noah, Avery & Luna
Walt and I shared many classes together at NHHS, especially homeroom. We were friends for all the years in school and reacquainted on FB. News if his loss is so sad. My best to his family.
I feel sincerely fortunate to call Walt a friend. Walt’s humor and disarming personality drew me in immediately and I had the best times being in his company.
I was invited on fishing trips and welcomed Walt and Pat out in Los Angeles when they had time to see Marc. My best memories of Walt are of him or a group of us laughing until we choked or our sides split.
I’m only a friend of the family but Walt made me feel like a nephew or cousin he’d known since I was little. I will truly miss his company and laughter.
A man to look up to and to up to and imitate for sure.
Thinking of you all. Much love Linda McWain