Judith Ann Sommer
  • Born on: October 17, 1934
  • Departed on: August 16, 2018
  • Resided in: Bennet, NE

Judith Ann Sommer

Judith Ann Sommer, age 83, died in Lincoln, NE on August 16, 2018.  
Judith was born on Oct 17, 1934 in West Des Moines, Iowa to Austin and Margaret Wood. She served in the US Navy 1952-1956. Family was the most important thing in her life. Her hobbies and passions included cooking, reading, games (loved poker), and especially family gatherings.

Left to cherish her memories: husband of 46 years Richard H. Sommer; sons Jeff (Barb) Brenner, Joel Brenner, daughter-in-law Valerie Busse, stepsons Jeff Sommer, Chris Sommer, stepdaughters Dawn (Jake) Drake, Laurie (Randy) Pittman; 20 grandchildren; 6 great- grandchildren; Brother Jay (Nancy) Wood, Mark (Mary) Wood, half-sister Madonna (Kirk) Bortle, step-mom Roemell Wood.

Preceded in death by: her parents; brothers Roger and Jeffrey Wood; son Jamie Brenner; nephews Casey Wood and Matt Wood.

A family graveside service at Jordan Cemetery in West Des Moines will be held at a date yet to be determined. 

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