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Joseph Sommer Obituary
Springfield, IL—Joseph M. Sommer II (Joe; Joey), 44, of Springfield, passed away on April 29, 2019, at his home.
Joe was born on June 20, 1974, in Springfield, the son of Joseph and Durinda Sommer.
Joe loved the Chicago Bears football, fishing, and most of all hanging out with friends and family.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Mildred Sommer and David Means, all of Springfield; uncles, Frank and William Sommer, both of Springfield; and aunt, Reba Hughes of Springfield.
He is survived by his three amazing children, Tyler, Brent (USN) and Carter Sommer, all of Springfield; parents, Joseph and Durinda Sommer of Springfield; sisters, Melissa (Robert) Singer of Springfield, Michelle (Chris) DiUbaldo of Tampa, FL, Stephanie (Drew) Bishop of Springfield; brother, William (Cortney McKinney) of McKinney, TX; grandmother, Donna Means of Springfield; nephew, Eric Singer of Springfield; mother of his children, Sharie Ryan; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Cremation will be provided by Lincoln Land Cremation Society.
The family will host a Celebration of Joe's Life from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 5, 2019, at VFW #10302, 2349 Stockyard Road, Springfield. All family and friends are invited to attend. A balloon release will be held at 1:30 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to Joe Sommer Memorial, C/O Illinois National Bank, 2601 Chatham Road, Springfield, IL 62704.
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DONNA HOLMES Haines
May 23, 2019
To the Sommer family, You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Joe. He was a very good neighbor and we miss him. Prayers for all.
RIP Joe
Donna & Jan Haines
May 8, 2019
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring. May the God of all comfort grant you peace and strength during this difficult time.
May 5, 2019
Laurel's Lights, Relay For Life team, from Laurel United Methodist Church, extends to the family our most sincere and heartfelt sympathy.
Michelle Diubaldo
May 3, 2019
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