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Robert Summers Obituary

Robert Paul Summers, 68, of Indianola, WA, beloved husband of Katherine Summers, has passed away into the hands of his Heavenly Father on June 22, 2018. He was the son of the late Francis and Kathleen Summers of Downingtown. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Marc (Jaimee), son Bradley (Kristin) and daughter Diane; 6 grandchildren; sisters Lorraine Avvento, Beverly Yost and Sherri Patton. Bob graduated from Scott High School in 1967 and the US Air Force Academy in 1973 and had a career in the Air Force that spanned 28 years culminating with the rank of Brigadier General. Bob was a dear husband to his wife; exemplary father to all his children, big and small; a friend to everyone and a Fisher of Men for the God he so loved and has now joined. Donations can be made in his memory to North Kitsap Fishline, www.nkfishline.org.

Published by Daily Local News from Jul. 12 to Jul. 15, 2018.
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Simply the finest leader I've ever had the honor to work for... his first speech to his staff about his priorities have stayed with me ever since, and that have guided my life since. God rest your soul, my friend... rest easy knowing you've trained us well, and we have the watch...

Frank Gorhau

July 8, 2019

What a great officer, commander, husband and father! Having just buried Dad and our daughter this year, we share your intense grief. May the Creator of the universe and His only begotten Son bring you comfort in the coming months. Gary and Kristyn Rafferty,
564 SMS, 1985 - 1989

September 25, 2018

One of the greatest leaders I've ever served with... the lessons he taught me and the example he set shaped my career... and I wasn't the only one.

"Accomplish the mission, mentor your people, and have fun" have become the watchwords of my life.

I'll miss him, but will see him again some day.

August 20, 2018

Don Summers

July 15, 2018

My condolences to the Summers family. I graduated from high school with Bob and was happy to have the opportunity to speak with him at our 50th reunion last September and thank him for his service. He was one of the good guys. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Tina DeLiberato

July 13, 2018

One of God's special people. When I remember Bobby it brings a smile to my face. So sorry for the lost this brings to his family and friends.

Nancy Hebrank

July 13, 2018

What a wonderful brother gone too soon. Love you always!

Lorraine Avvento

July 12, 2018

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