Obituaries
Robert J. Sommer, 85
August 10, 2018
Robert J. Sommer, 85, of Lancaster, PA, formerly of Suffolk County, NY, passed away at Mennonite Homes following a brief illness. Robert was the husband of Adrienne M. (Cugell) Sommer, with whom he celebrated 60 years of marriage.
Robert honorably served in the US Navy during the Korean War Conflict. Robert worked as a police inspector for the Suffolk County Police Dept. for 30 years until his retirement. He was a parishioner of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church.
In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by his 5 children: Robert J. Sommer, Jr., husband of Maria, of Wilmington, NC; John T. Sommer, husband of Gay, of Mullica Hill, NJ; David A. Sommer, husband of Karen, of Blue Point, NY; Alison D. Rossin, wife of Richard, of Wading River, NY; and Peter J. Sommer, Jersey City, NJ. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren. Robert was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Julia Sommer and his sister, Rosabel Bilello.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM, Monday, August 20, 2018 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601, with Rev. Peter I. Hahn as Celebrant. Family and friends will be received at the church from 10AM to 11AM. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Robert’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit:
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Condolences to the Family
August 24, 2018
Dear Mrs. Sommer,
I’m sorry for your loss. Mr. Sommer was always a big presence wherever he went. I have fond memories of the times spent with the Sommer family in the Blue Point home. He earned great respect in the SCPD which still carries on to this day.
Deepest Sympathy, Darlene (Flaherty) Maxwell
August 22, 2018
Bob and I formed an immediate friendship starting with SCPD in 1960; and his wise and even-handed disposition won him, and the PD, many friends and much respect.
My condolences to your fine family.
Norman Rein
SCPD (Ret)
August 18, 2018
So sorry to hear about Bob’s passing. My prayers are with you Adrienne and your family.
With sympathy,
Cathy Lynch
August 18, 2018
My deepest sympathies to Adrienne and family on their loss. My prayers are with all of you.
Carolyn Groff
August 14, 2018
Sorry to hear of you bad news. He did a good job of raising the Sommer brothers. That’s all we could ask out of a father.
August 14, 2018
Deepest condolence to all the extended Sommer family. Always respected his intellect and professional accomplishments as well as his committment to family. You could always have an interesting conversation with Mr. Sommer whether it be politics, religion or just a re-telling of some key rival wrestling matches Bob, Dennis Murnane and I had way back in high school. He will be missed.
Doug Bates
August 14, 2018
Bob, Maria & Brook, Mary and I offer our condolences your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Robert & Mary Donaldson
August 14, 2018
I am sorry to hear of your loss Bob. I pray the Lord blesses you and your family in the days to come.
Toy Morris
August 14, 2018
Dear Aunt A, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Bob. We have many fun memories of family gatherings when we were growing up. Love and prayers to all of you! Bunny (Cugell) and Paul Lewis.
August 14, 2018
Dear Mrs. Sommer and family,
We thank God for the times shared with you and your husband for family events at Jack & Gay’s. We are praying for the comfort and care of our Lord Jesus to surround you.
Sincerely,
Vince & Greta McDonald
August 13, 2018
I’m so sorry, Adrienne. Bob was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and our special friend. Love to you and your family. May his memory be eternal.
Beverly Brown
August 13, 2018
Jack and family – so sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories made sustain you during the difficult days ahead and beyond.
Lovingly,
Brenda L. Barnes (NG)
August 12, 2018
I have such fond memories of Mr. Sommer ! I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Sommer ,Bob, Jack, Dave, Alison and Peter, and your families. He was s terrific man and he will live on in your 💕 hearts!
With Love, Janet Rosche-Rocke
August 12, 2018
Hello Aunt A – we are so sorry to hear about Uncle Bob! We have many fond memories!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children!! Love, Pat, John and Matthew (Savino)
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- Monday, August 20, 2018
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- St. Leo the Great Catholic Church
- 2427 Marietta Ave.
- Lancaster, PA 17601
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- Monday, August 20, 2018
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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- 2427 Marietta Ave.
- Lancaster, PA 17601
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