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John Sommese Obituary
John Charles Sommese, died Saturday, at Wake Medical Center, Raleigh. He was a production manager for Bristol Myers Squibb for 42 years.
Graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Wake Memorial Park, Cary.
John is survived by his wife, Virginia Sommese; daughters, Kathryn Sommese-Stephenson and husband, Billy; Ethel Lynn Garabedian and husband, Richard; son, James William Sommese and wife, Katherine; sisters, Rose Di Poce; Caroline Catalano and husband, Angelo; Jeanne Helman; brother, Carmine Sommese and wife, Irene; grandchildren, John Rivera and William Stephenson.
In lieu of flowers, you may give to your favorite charity.
Arrangements by Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner.
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Karen Ziegler
November 10, 2008
I did not know Mr. Sommese, but I do know his lovely daughter Kathy and her good husband, Billy. Because I know how much Kathy loved and admired her dad, I have no doubt that her kind spirit and many accomplishments in life are a testament to him. My prayers will be with all of you as you say Good-bye. I will look at Kathy and Billy's son, William, and remember the Circle of Life. One good man leaves the world as our God has provided another to take up His cause.
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