Barbara Lee Zimmerman, 76, of Virginia, MN, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020 at home with her loving husband by her side.

Barbara was born to Walter and Ethel (Bursch) Dodds on December 11, 1943 in Minneapolis, MN. She was a graduate of Osseo High School, Osseo, MN.

Barbara grew up on the family farm in Maple Grove. It was there that she met her future husband Todd Zimmerman. They were united in marriage on February 29, 1963. The couple lived for a time near the cities and then ventured north to Lake Vermilion where they spent 5 years building a home together on Wolf Bay. The couple spent the next 40 years enjoying time on the lake and their home in Virginia, MN.

Barbara enjoyed working as a beautician. She also volunteered at the Virginia Hospital Gift shop and spent many hours volunteering to help anyone that might be in need. Barbara loved the adventures that she and her husband embarked on; they loved to fish together and also travelled the world together. They trekked all over the United States including Honolulu, Hawaii and Anchorage Alaska. They also travelled abroad to Australia and New Zealand. Barbara cherished time spent with family and friends. She loved sitting many hours just visiting with her neighbors. Barbara had a kind heart and everyone that was close to her knew that she had an immense love for her dogs. Barbara was a person that was always joyful, forever kind, and endlessly giving.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents: Walter and Ethel; and her brothers: Darryl, William, and Paul Dodds.

Barbara is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Todd Zimmerman; brothers: Bob, John, Jim, David, and Ray Dodds; and a sister: Mary Ann Refshaw; and many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials preferred to the Humane Society. To leave an online condolence visit www.mlakerfuneralhome.com