2024 marvin c zanders obituaries Zander's dedication to the funeral service profession was evident early in his career. He served as president of the Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association in 1972 and was elected to the NFDA's Policy Board in 1976. Zander's leadership skills and commitment to the profession led to his election as NFDA president in 1982. During his tenure, Zander focused on enhancing the professionalism of funeral service, improving public education about funeral services, and advocating for the rights of funeral directors. Zander's contributions to the funeral service profession extended beyond his leadership roles. He was a frequent speaker at funeral service conventions and workshops, sharing his knowledge and expertise with colleagues. Zander also authored numerous articles and books on funeral service, including "The Funeral Director's Guide to Professional Development" and "The Funeral Director's Guide to Public Relations."
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the NFDA's Marvin C. Zander Endowment Fund, which supports professional development and education for funeral service professionals. Marvin C. Zander will be remembered as a dedicated and compassionate funeral director, a visionary leader, and a committed community servant. His contributions to the funeral service profession and his community will not be forgotten. Marvin C. Zander, a prominent figure in the funeral service industry and a dedicated community servant, passed away on March 21, 2023, at the age of 85. Zander was the former president of the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) and a lifelong advocate for the betterment of the funeral service profession. Born on August 15, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Zander was the son of a local funeral director. He followed in his father's footsteps, graduating from the Wisconsin Institute of Mortuary Science in 1957. After serving in the United States Army, Zander returned to Milwaukee and joined his family's funeral home business. Zander's dedication to the funeral service profession was evident early in his career. He served as president of the Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association in 1972 and was elected to the NFDA's Policy Board in 1976. Zander's leadership skills and commitment to the profession led to his election as NFDA president in 1982. During his tenure, Zander focused on enhancing the professionalism of funeral service, improving public education about funeral services, and advocating for the rights of funeral directors. Zander's legacy will live on through the many lives he touched during his career and his community service. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, three children, and six grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the NFDA's Marvin C. Zander Endowment Fund, which supports professional development and education for funeral service professionals. Marvin C. Zander will be remembered as a dedicated and compassionate funeral director, a visionary leader, and a committed community servant. His contributions to the funeral service profession and his community will not be forgotten.
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