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Remembering Dorothy Zehnder: Michigan's Beloved Restauranteur Dies at 101

Dorothy Zehnder, a renowned Michigan restaurateur, passed away at the age of 101. Alongside her husband, she transformed a small restaurant into a popular tourist destination in Frankenmuth. Zehnder was known for her famous Frankenmuth chicken dinners and her dedication to maintaining the quality and authenticity of her recipes. Despite battling cancer in her later years, she continued to work six days a week until she turned 100. Zehnder's legacy includes writing cookbooks, running a family foundation, and being inducted into the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame. Funeral arrangements are being made, and she will be laid to rest next to her husband in Frankenmuth.

obituary2 years ago

Bavarian Inn co-founder Dorothy Zehnder passes away at 101

Dorothy Zehnder, the co-founder and matriarch of the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, Michigan, has passed away at the age of 101. Zehnder spent over 85 years working at the family-owned business, which includes the Bavarian Inn and several other establishments. Known for her cooking, baking, and hospitality, Zehnder played a significant role in putting Frankenmuth on the map and was a beloved figure in the community. She leaves behind a lasting legacy in the hospitality industry and will be remembered for her philanthropy and contributions to Michigan tourism.

obituary2 years ago

Remembering the Legacy of Bavarian Inn Matriarch Dorothy Zehnder

Dorothy Zehnder, the beloved matriarch of the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, Michigan, has passed away at the age of 101. Having dedicated over 85 years of her life to the family-run inn, Zehnder oversaw the service of thousands of people a day and the creation of 900,000 meals a year. Survived by her family, she leaves behind a legacy of community support and culinary expertise, as well as being an inductee in the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame and a recipient of the Saginaw Lifetime Achievement Award.

obituary2 years ago

Bavarian Inn Matriarch Dorothy Zehnder Dies at 101

Dorothy Zehnder, the beloved matriarch of Frankenmuth's Bavarian Inn, has passed away at the age of 101. Known as a humble servant leader, Zehnder dedicated over 85 years to the Frankenmuth community, leaving a lasting impact on restaurants, tourism, and philanthropic organizations. She was a 2020 Michigan Women's Hall of Fame inductee and authored three successful cookbooks. Zehnder's funeral services will be held at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, and she will be laid to rest next to her husband at St. Lorenz Cemetery. Donations in her honor can be made to St. Lorenz Church or Frankenmuth City Beautification.

obituary2 years ago

Bavarian Inn Matriarch Dorothy Zehnder Dies at 101

Dorothy Zehnder, the matriarch of Bavarian Inn and renowned cookbook author, has passed away at the age of 101. Zehnder and her husband transformed Fischer's into Bavarian Inn, which has become one of the highest-grossing independent restaurants in the US. Known for her friendly nature and dedication to the German restaurant, Zehnder continued to work in the industry even after turning 100. She leaves behind a legacy of hospitality and a collection of recipes that have been passed down through generations. Zehnder's contributions to Frankenmuth and the culinary world will be remembered.