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As received from the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel:
Robert J. “Bob” Hommer, age 76 of Skanee, Michigan passed away peacefully at his home on January 9th, 2023 under the loving care of his wife, close friends, and Baraga County Memorial Hospital Home Health and Hospice. He was born in Allen Park, Michigan on December 19th, 1946, son of the late Robert C. and Helen L. (Gustafson) Hommer.
Bob graduated from Allen Park High School in 1964 and graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Michigan State University in 1970. He was an adventurous outdoorsman and frequently enjoyed boating, hiking, camping, horseback riding and was an animal lover. He was extremely talented, and in his spare time he enjoyed carpentry, reading, writing, drawing and crossword puzzles. He was a Vietnam War veteran of the Marines and retired elementary school teacher; he molded young minds, touched the hearts of many and is remembered by his former students, who fondly referred to him as “Gumby”, as one of the most beloved teachers at Baraga Area Schools. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to laugh, tease and tell jokes.
Bob is survived by his wife of 51 years, Bertha R. Hommer, daughter Nicole Swan and grandson Jacob Swan, son John Hommer and daughter-in-law Heather Moss and grandchildren Tristin Hommer, Khaleesi Hommer and Alyssa Hommer and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Mary.
Bob was cremated and there will be no funeral service. His life will be celebrated by a private memorial with family and close friends.
Bob’s obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at www.reidfuneralservicechapel.com.
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse has been entrusted with the arrangements.
