In Memory

John Anthony Sommer, III

John Anthony Sommer, III

John Anthony Sommer, III

John died peacefully on October 28, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was a native of Sturgis, Michigan, grew up in Battle Creek and was a resident of Empire, Michigan at the time of his death. Following high school, John attended and graduated from the University of Michigan with a Masters of Business Management and worked in corporate strategic planning. Among other places where John had lived were Arizona, Nevada and Ohio. His daughters remember him as selfless and loving with a deep devotion to his grandchildren and family. John loved the beauty of northern Michigan and enjoyed swimming in Lake Michigan for hours. He had a passion for science and was a lifelong student. Survivors included John’s children Krista (Roger) Grotefendt, Jenny Sommer (Paul Rumengan), Katie (Mark) Neil, and grandchildren Emma, Hannah, Penelope, Miles, and Ethan. He was also survived by Karen (Robert) Christensen, Marjorie (Andrew) Cooke, and Rebecca Sommer. He was preceded in death by his parents Betty (Blanchard) and John Sommer, Jr. and his beloved wife, Barbara J. Sommer.

Information from the Leelanau Enterprise, Lake Leelanau, Michigan online on November 7, 2019 (website https://www.leelanaunews.com/articles/john-anthony-sommer-iii/ ); and the website https://www.truepeoplesearch.com/