Chief Warrant Officer (Ret.) Wayne C. Zinsser, 74, of New Brighton, passed away on September 2, 2024.

He was born on September 12, 1949, in Pittsburgh, the son of the late Richard and Catherine (Kirner) Zinsser, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Amy Zinsser and his sister, Kathleen Zinsser. 

He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Kerr) Zinsser of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, a brother, Richard Jr. (Carol) Zinsser of New Brighton; two sisters, Debbie (Paul) Roxer of Virginia Beach and Beth (Allen) Crivelli of Pittsburgh and several nieces, nephews and their families. 

His passion for aviation led him to enlist in the U.S. Army, where he embarked on a remarkable career. As a skilled helicopter pilot, Wayne flew numerous missions across Germany, Korea, and Honduras, demonstrating unwavering commitment and bravery.  He was Catholic by faith. 

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, September 7, from 9:30 a.m. until a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church of New Brighton with Fr. Howard Campbell officiating. The Beaver County Special Unit will also provide military honors for Wayne on Saturday, September 7, at 11 a.m. in Holy Family Church.