Robert O. "Bobby" Summerford
Robert O. "Bobby" Summerford
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Robert Summerford Obituary
Falkville
Funeral for Robert O. “Bobby” Summerford, 76, of Falkville will be Saturday, April 28, 2007, at noon at Fairview Church of God with the Rev. Kenneth Weldon and the Rev. Bob Archibald officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. The body will be at the church one hour prior to the service.
Burial will be in Falkville City Cemetery. Visitation will be tonight from 5 to 9 at the funeral home.
The family will receive friends for a meal at Fairview Church of God after the graveside burial.
Mr. Summerford, who died Sunday, April 22, 2007, at his residence, was born Aug. 7, 1930, in Morgan County to Robert A. Summerford and Alice Oden Summerford. He was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church of Falkville. He was owner and operator of Robert O. Summerford General Mercantile for 20 years and Summerford Nursing Home for 42 years. His wife, Beverly Walker Summerford; a son, Robert Oden Summerford Jr.; and a brother, Joe Summerford, preceded him in death.
Survivors include two sons, John Phillip Summerford and his wife, Leigh Ann, of Tuscaloosa and Robert A. Summerford II and his wife, Dana, of Falkville; five grandchildren, Alan Summerford, Ross Summerford, Ryan Summerford, Danner Summerford and J.T. Summerford; a beloved special friend, Kay Sparkman of Cullman; two sisters-in-law, Rhona Summerford and Lois Quillen; nephews, Eric Summerford, Tom Summerford and Hank Summerford; and nieces, Anna and Laura Summerford, along with numerous other nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Alan Summerford, Ross Summerford, Ryan Summerford, J.T. Summerford, and nephews, Chad Summerford, Trey Summerford, Robert Summerford and Phillip Summerford.
Honorary pallbearers will be all past and present employees and physicians of Summerford Nursing Home and Robert O. Summerford General Mercantile and family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to the Falkville First United Methodist Church New Building Fund.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
kay mesa
April 29, 2007
Bobby has influenced so many people in such a positive way by instilling in them a sense of duty , respect and responsibility.This man has influenced my entire nursing career spanning more than 35 years more than any other individual. He saw some potential in me that I did not ever see in myself and gave me the opportunity to learn and made me into the patient advocate I feel that I am today.I will miss him greatly,and I will strive to live up to his expectations to the best of my ability,and do "the job" the way he taught me. "Thank you Bobby",
Kay Mesa, RN
Director of Nursing
Summerford Nursing Home
KELLY MCNUTT
April 28, 2007
ROBERT, MY SYMPATHY IS WITH YOUR WHOLE FAMILY AT THIS TIME.I WORKED AT THE NURSING HOME FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND I KNOW BOBBY WILL BE MISSED.
Jim & Judy Wilson
April 28, 2007
Robert and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. Bobby was a true Southern gentleman and his influence has obviously been passed on to his family. We will always be grateful for the care he gave my Dad during his illness. His committment to his family, his church and his community was second to none. May God bless and comfort you all.
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Susan Twelkemeier
April 28, 2007
Robert and family, As we read the tributes to your father, they touch our hearts. Knowing how much he did for Bud and Bess Twelkemeier (Walt's parents), O.D. and Addie Gibson, my grandparents, and other friends and family members,way and above what he could have done, in kindness, assistance, friendship and love. The legacy continues. That's what it's all about. God bless, Walt and Susan Twelkemeier
Robert Fricks
April 28, 2007
Sorry to hear of Bobby's passing, everytime he met me he would always ask how the children was doing.He will be missed and our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Robert Fricks and family
Kim Buzinskas
April 28, 2007
I have worked at Summerford Nursing Home for ten years and know what a special place it has been to the workers and families of the patients. Bobby will be really missed by so many people.
Kim Buzinskas, CNA at Summerford Nursing Home
Gerald and Reita Segars
April 27, 2007
We are sorry to hear about Bobby. He will surely be missed around Falkville. I have fond memories of seeing him at his store, around the nursing home and around town.
clyde & jackie scott
April 27, 2007
with our deepest sympathy
Jerome Taylor
April 27, 2007
My prayers are with you
Jeff Robinson
April 27, 2007
Robert we are sorry for your loss, Bobby help alot of people and the town of Falkville.May God bless your family Jeff,Charles and the Robinson Family
AMANDA HOPPER HUTTON
April 27, 2007
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
MS GAIL HOPPER
April 27, 2007
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
MS DORRIS EDMONSON
April 27, 2007
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Ronnie Kelsoe
April 27, 2007
Sorry for your loss, you'll were good to me father Calvin Kelso during his stay. Because of JESUS we will see them again.
patti lambert
April 27, 2007
He will be missed. Summerford was the first sign of kindness towards my Grandmother, Frieda, during her illness.I will forever be thankful.. Patti Lambert
Irene Schafer
April 27, 2007
I worked for Bobby at the nursing home for 5 years and have good memories of working there and Bobby's caring for all the patients. Since I am home bound now, I appreciate this opportunity to express my condolences to Bobby's family. He will be missed.
Jeff Howard
April 26, 2007
Deepest sympathy from the Howard Family.
Janice Hamilton Thomas
April 26, 2007
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I have many memories of your father in the store and at the nursing home. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Laura Phillips
April 26, 2007
Summerford Nursing Home was so wonderful to my Mother Phyllis Fitzgerald and I am so thankful Mr. Summerford had such a caring place for her to live.
Kim Dumas
April 26, 2007
Robert,
I know it will be difficult without your Dad. I'm sorry that I will be out of town this weekend and could not express my sympathy in person.
Barbara Fricks
April 26, 2007
My heart goes out to all the family and friends of Bobby Summerford. You were a very special person and a great employer to work for. I feel previlaged to be an employee of yours. I have high respect for you.God bless.God has called another special angel home.
Barbara Fricks CNA
Carol Newman
April 26, 2007
Bobby was truly a good man and I know he will be missed by a lot of people. My mother (Omerlean Hopper) worked for him for many years and thought a lot of Bobby and Beverly. God Bless each of you in your loss.
Linda Winsett
April 26, 2007
With deepest sympathy.
LAURIE MURPHY-MCRAE
April 26, 2007
All my thoughts and prayers are with the Summerford family. My mother is at Summerfords and my father the late W.L. Murphy was a dear friend to Bobby.
Rachel Praytor Baker
April 26, 2007
The family of Simon and Dora Praytor extend their deepest sympathy to the Summerford family.
Mary Louis Hobbs
April 26, 2007
The family of Otto and Eudelle
Glasgow sends you our deepest sympathy. we children have so many fond memories of walking down to his store and then later coming with our parents to buy goceries.
I can never thank him enough for taking care of my Uncle Freeman Landers when he was in the Rest Home. He would even go get pizza for him. I live in S.C. and he helped me so much until i could move him up here.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you , your families and staff.
Sincerely,
Mary Louis Hobbs, William Landers Glasgow, Fred Otto Glasgow and Judy Eudelle Spain
Stacy Summerford Johnston
April 26, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Bobby Summerford was a true gentleman- he will be missed.
Christy Ferguson
April 26, 2007
Mr. Summerford was very good to my family during my grandmother's stay at the nursing home. Thank you and please know that
my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joe Adlia and Carolyn Murphy, Joe Alan Murphy, Britt Murphy and Bart Murphy
April 26, 2007
Deepest sympathy from The Murphy Family.
Sandra Winsett
April 26, 2007
When someone is so special to so many people, there are no words that can truly say how deeply the loss is felt. Please remember that your sorrow is shared and you are in my prayers.
Marvin Nuby Jr.
April 26, 2007
Please accept my condolences.
Jim Scott
April 26, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Bobby will be missed by many, many people and remembered as a caring and good person. My father also offers his heartfelt sympathy. Jimmy and Claude Scott
Michelle Wallace Maples
April 26, 2007
Robert & family. I am so sorry to hear about Bobby's death. He was a wonderful man. Take care.
Hal Williams
April 26, 2007
Bobby, you will be missed.
LLoyd & Hal Williams
The Sons and Daughter of Arlie E. Cloer
April 26, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Roy Coley
April 26, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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