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Cummings - Robert, Retired USAF MSgt. Robert L. Cummings of Hudson, FL, formerly of Patchogue, NY, passed away on Jan 26, 2021 at the age of 93. Born in Portage, Wisconsin, he served in the US Army Air Corps, then the U.S. Air Force. Serving in WWII, the Korean War as well as the Vietnam War before retiring. He went on to retire from Grumman Aerospace after working on the lunar landing module and the F-14 fighter. He then went on to Fairchild Industries where he worked on the A-10 and SAAB aircraft before retiring for good. Beloved husband of Carol A. Cummings (nee Cessman). He is survived by his loving children, Patricia A. Funaro, husband Michael, Robert E. Cummings, wife Patricia (predeceased), Ronald F. Cummings, wife Kathleen, Paul L. Cummings, wife Donna and Pamela A. Halsey. Also survived by 13 dear grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. A brother Carl Cummings, a sister Anne Attoe as well as numerous nieces and nephews in New York, Wisconsin and California. He was interred at Washington Memorial Cemetery in Coram, New York

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Published by Newsday on Apr. 13, 2021.

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Grandpa and Grandma Cummings together again in heaven to watch over our family

Bee and Jay Mannino

April 17, 2021

Rest in peace, grandpa. Thank you for all of the unconditional love and acceptance you showed me throughout my life, especially when I didn't love myself. I will never forget you. We miss and love you so much. Continue to watch over our family and rejoice with grandma in heaven.

Mike, Kristy and the kids

April 16, 2021

It´s hard to put in words what you did for our hearts. From our monthly conversations on the phone, holiday calls or seeing you when we could, you always were making us smile. The stories you would tell, the interest you showed when we spoke, just solidifies how much you meant to us and how much we are going to miss you. Rest In Peace grandpa! We miss you dearly, and think about you often.

Cara Rei Cummings

April 13, 2021

Rest in peace, grandpa. I know that you are happy to be with grandma again. I will never forget all of the good times we had upstate with the tractor or walking to the water spigot down the road. Love you always!

Amber Peterson

April 13, 2021

I am so lucky I was able to have you as my grandfather. You were such a bright spot in my life and always made me smile as soon as you would start talking. I have the Best memories with you growing up and I will forever cherish them. I am so happy that you get to be with grandma again I know because of that you are now at peace. I Love you and miss you guys so much keep looking after us because I know grandma has been my guardian angel.

Ben Charles

April 13, 2021

You were the one and only grandfather I ever had and knew. You taught us the value of family, hard work, and how to fish (although that did not end well). There will never be another man like you. Say hi to Grandma and give her a big hug for us. Love you always and forever.

Amber Peterson

April 13, 2021

My grandpa was such a great person. Always a bright spot and made you smile every time he spoke to you. He will be so missed and I’m so glad I got to have him In my life and will cherish all the memories I have growing up with him. So happy he can finally be with grandma and be at peace. I love and miss them both so much.

Nicholas Funaro

April 13, 2021

I love you grandpa ! I know your happy to be home with grandma . If you two are listening , Keep watching over us and protect the family . I´ll always love you and miss you and never forget how you were the best grandpa I could ever ask for . Even if I did cry every time I went upstate ! Well never forget you & continue to make you proud

Your grandchildren, Katie Funaro & jennifer funaro

April 13, 2021

We will celebrate your long lived life! All of our memories together will forever be cherished. Thank you for sharing your stories. I love you & miss you everyday

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