Michael A. Sommerfeld

Michael A. Sommerfeld obituary, Countryside, IL

Michael A. Sommerfeld

Michael Sommerfeld Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hallowell & James Funeral Home - Countryside on Aug. 22, 2025.

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Michael A. Sommerfeld, of LaGrange; beloved husband of Jeanne (née Weber)for 24 years; loving father of Moira and Michael. Beloved son of the late Kitty and Al Sommerfeld. Cherished light of the Sommerfeld family, Patrick (Diane) Sommerfeld, Mary (Joel) Flint, Karen Rezek, the late Brian (late Cookie) Sommerfeld, Nancy (Tony) Symia, and Kristen (Eddie) Cornelio. Dear son-in-law of Connie(late Joe)Weber; dear brother-in-law to Suzy Weber, Joe (Lorrie) Weber, and Charlie (Tracy) Weber. Fond uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Mike's love, kindness, and optimism were a shining example to us all.
Memorial Visitation 4 to 7pm on Wednesday, August 27 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Memorial Funeral Mass 10am on Thursday, August 28 at St. Cletus Church, 600 W. 55th St., LaGrange. Interment private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mike's name to Center for Independence, Countryside, IL (https://www.cfimove.org/donate/) are dearly appreciated. Funeral information: (708) 352-6500

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