WILKES-BARRE — Brian Melville Sommers, 42, of Wilkes-Barre, died Thursday, March 1, 2018, unexpectedly in his sleep. Born on May 11, 1975, in East Stroudsburg, to Brian Sommers (Vicky) of Bainbridge, N.Y., and Pearl (Edinger) Graeff (David Miller), of East Stroudsburg, he was a lifetime resident of Monroe County until moving to Wilkes-Barre two years ago.
He most recently worked for Chewy.com and Frank's Pizza in Wilkes-Barre and previously at Alfredo's in Stroudsburg and Johnson & Johnson in Mt. Pocono.
Brian was baptized in the Methodist church; and was a beloved son, father, brother, nephew and uncle, who was bigger than life. He had a contagious smile and laugh, loved his children, and was a proud father. We would often find Brian playing in his grandmothers' pots and pans. At a very young age, he wanted to make his own scrambled eggs. His love of cooking continued throughout his life, and he was great at it. He would help anyone in need and give them the shirt off his back. Brian loved playing Trouble and cards with his grandmother, Marilyn, his music, and going to the casino. He was a Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots fan. He attended Stroudsburg High School and played football, No. 74, in junior high.
In addition to his parents, surviving are are seven children, Tyler Sommers, age 20, of Whitehall, Ohio; Alexander Sommers, age 16, of Whitehall; Aryan Pierce, age 19, of East Stroudsburg; Chanel Sommers, age 12 of East Stroudsburg; Masin Sommers, age 10, of East Stroudsburg; Saige Sommers, age 9, of East Stroudsburg; and Savanah Sommers, age 4, of East Stroudsburg; nine siblings, Gunny Sgt. Randy L. Williamson II (Meghan), of Haslett, Texas; Schuyler A. Williamson (Tara), of Gilbert; Annie Sommers, of Amarillo, Texas; Allison Sommers, of Norfolk, Va.; Joseph Sommers, of Allentown; Amanda Burkhart, of Nashville, Tenn.; Cody Burkhart, of Bainbridge, N.Y.; Ellen Sommers, of Effort; and Melissa Sommers, of Effort; aunts and uncles, Pam Edinger (Wilfredo), of Stroudsburg; Eileen Akin, of Sayre; and Ross Edinger (Linda), of East Stroudsburg; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Ross and Marilyn Edinger; paternal grandparents, Melville and Alice Sommers; and his best friend, Chad Werkheiser.
Services will be held on Sunday, March 11, at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main St., Stroudsburg, with visitation beginning at 3 p.m. followed by the memorial service at 4 p.m. with Major Mary Frances officiating. Interment is at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to William H. Clark Funeral Home to help defray funeral expenses.
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Saige Sommers
October 20, 2022
You where the best father and I will miss you for ever
Teresa Werkheiser
March 16, 2018
Brian YOU are missed and loved by many. May you rest in paradise with your best friend Chad. Two young souls, gone too soon. RIP
March 9, 2018
May the God of comfort give you strength during this difficult time. My condolences to the family.
Teresa Werkheiser
March 6, 2018
This obituary painted the perfect picture of Brian. He was all it said and more. He had such a good heart. And was a kind soul. I feel so terrible for his many children and family he left behind. Lord wrap them up in Your arms and carry them though these dark hours. In Jesus name Amen.
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