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Robert Cumm Obituary

Cumm, Robert B.

Waverly: Robert B. Cumm, 84, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2012, at ElderWood Nursing Facility, where he has resided since October 2003. He formerly resided in Owego, Waterloo, and Cayuga. Mary, his wife of 49 years, predeceased him on March 23, 2004. He is survived by a son, Kevin and his wife Susan of Owego; a daughter, Debra Foster and her husband Craig of Cayuga; five grandsons, Gene (Amanda) Cumm of Endicott, Charles Cumm of Buffalo, Daniel (Nicole) Didas of Erin, Michael Foster of Syracuse and Daniel Foster of Cayuga; a great-granddaughter, Amelia Cumm; and great-grandsons, Caleb Didas and Nicholas Cumm; brother, Donald (Josie) Burrows of Tampa, FL. Visiting hours are 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, at Langham Funeral Home, 75 E. Genesee St., Auburn. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Alan Jagger officiating. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may send memorial contributions in Bob's memory to Owego United Methodist Church, 261 Main St., Owego, NY 13827.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Mar. 26, 2012.

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Becky McLoud

March 27, 2012

Kevin, Deb and families,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Willie, Margaret & Becky McLoud

Jack Spaulding

March 27, 2012

Kevin,
Sorry to hear of your dad's passing.He did a good job while here by leaving a shinning light here in you. I'm here if you need me.

Tim Rouse

March 26, 2012

Deb & Craig, So sorry about your Dad our hearts go out to you and your family. Love Alyce & Tim Rouse

March 26, 2012

Deb and family, My heart is heavy for your loss. Hiram has also been thinking of you. Love, Robin (and Ken)

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