STONY CREEK- Robert “Bob” Charles Sumner, 72, of Harrisburg Road, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 11, 2019.
Born on May 6, 1946 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Charles and Irene (Daniels) Sumner.
For most of his life Bob drove an 18-wheeler. He was employed by Marion Construction in Florida for several years before moving back North to be with his family.
Bob loved his motorcycles, especially riding with his family and his dog, Nibbit. He spent many hours hunting deer with his brother, Steve and his nephew, George. Bob also enjoyed fishing in the Hudson River near his home in Warrensburg. When he wasn’t enjoying the outdoors, Bob loved watching old westerns on T.V.
In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by his sister, Diane McQuain and his brother-in-law, Hank Manney.
Survivors include his children, Charles Sumner, Bob Sumner, Billy Sumner and Shelly; his siblings, Steven Sumner and his wife, Bertha, Ellen Lurvey, Charles Sumner and his companion, Mary Palma, Bonnie Manney, Dody Thetford and her husband, Steve, Mabel Colombe and Richard Sumner, several grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Graveside services will be held in the spring at Pine View Cemetery.
The family suggests that donations in Bob’s name be made to the American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Drive #100, Albany, NY 12205.
I want to thank all of those who were able to keep my old man smiling. He sounded well and happy when I did talk to him on the phone. THANK YOU!