Edward Lee

Zingleman

Edward Lee Zingleman, 85, of Lake Jackson, Texas, went to his eternal home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 7, 2026.

A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Lake Jackson, Texas. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Brad Dawson and Reverend Roland Hendricks will officiate. Interment will be held Monday, November 16, 2026, at Greenlawn Cemetery in Groves, Texas.

Edward was born on January 18, 1941, in Port Arthur, Texas, to Julius and Edna Zingleman. He grew up in Port Arthur and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1958. Following graduation, he attended Texas A&M University, where he proudly served in the Corps of Cadets. However, his heart remained in Port Arthur with his sweetheart, Ruby Sue Gartin, leading him to transfer to Lamar University. There, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1963.

A few months before graduation, on January 25, 1963, Edward and Sue were married. Together they built a loving marriage that spanned 63 years and was centered on faith, family, and service to others.

After graduating from Lamar, Edward accepted a position with Hercules Powder Company, which took him and Sue to Salt Lake City, Utah. In 1964, he was recruited by Dow Chemical and welcomed the opportunity to return to Texas, settling in Lake Jackson, where they would make their home for the rest of their lives. Edward enjoyed a successful career with Dow, retiring in 1994 at the age of 53. Never one to remain idle, he went on to enjoy a second career as a consultant, lending his expertise to a variety of projects and organizations.

It was during this time that Edward began his long and meaningful relationship with TDECU. Starting as a volunteer member of the credit committee, he was elected to the Board of Directors in 2002 and served faithfully until his retirement from the board in March 2026. His commitment to stewardship, integrity, and service left a lasting impact on the credit union and the members it serves.

Edward deeply loved the community of Lake Jackson and gave generously of his time and talents. He was active with the Jaycees, Junior Achievement, the Lake Jackson Association, and his church home of 62 years, First Baptist Church Lake Jackson.

A man of many talents, Edward loved the outdoors and took great pride in gardening, a passion that began while working in his parents’ nursery business as a teenager. He had an extraordinary ability to see value where others did not, often repurposing and restoring

items that most would discard. A self-taught “jack of all trades,” Edward could build, repair, and create just about anything. These skills, combined with his entrepreneurial spirit, helped him and Sue build a successful investment property business.

More than any accomplishment, Edward will be remembered for his unwavering faith, his devotion to his family, his servant’s heart, and his willingness to help anyone in need. His wisdom, resourcefulness, kindness, and quiet strength will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Edward is survived by his beloved wife, Ruby Sue Zingleman; his sister, Vera Clement (Richard); his son, Brian Zingleman; and his daughter, Anne Allstott (Roger). He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Geoffrey Allstott, Bentley Allstott, Andrew Allstott, and Zachary Allstott; nephews Paul Clement (Jennifer), Stephen Clement (Paula), and Michael Zingleman; brothers- and sisters-in-law Beth and Jim Kincaid; and nieces Brenda Gouthier (Mike) and Rebecca Moore (Marcus).

He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Edna Zingleman, and his brother, James Zingleman.

The family wishes to express their gratitude for the many prayers, acts of kindness, and expressions of sympathy received during this time.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Turner Family at Lakewood Funeral Chapel. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.lakewoodfuneralchapel.com.