TBDBITL Alumni Club

The Best Damn Band In The Land - The Ohio State University Marching Band Alumni

William Dale “Zipp” Zipperlen

January 26, 1924 - February 29, 2024

William D. Zipperlen, age 100, of Columbus passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024. He was born on January 26, 1924 to the late Dale and Mildred Zipperlen in Columbus, Ohio.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Arlene and his daughter Karen.

He is survived by his daughter, Joyce Zipperlen, his cousin, Diane Peters, his grandchild, Beth (Bill) Bussa, his great-grandchild Brendan Bussa, and his step-brother, Wayne Zipperlen.

We would like to thank the staff of Gentiva Hospice for their compassionate support.

Per his wishes, there will be no services.

William was a member of the marching band from 1943 through 1946. He played Efer.