Gustave Sommer Obituary
The memory of Gustave Sommer of Ottawa, Illinois, who passed away on December 11, 2025 at the age of 95, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Gustave Sommer and Nuna Sommer (Morrison); his daughter-in-law Leslie Sommer; and his siblings, Phil Sommer and Edna Lorey.
He is survived by: his wife Esther Sommer of Ottawa; and his children, Richard Sommer of Ottawa, Sue Clausen of Streator, Carol Edmonds (Milt) of Ottawa and Roger Sommer (Michelle) of Peru. He is also survived by nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Friday, December 19th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Mueller Funeral Home - Ottawa (800 1st Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350). A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 19th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A committal service will be held on Friday, December 19th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the Oakwood Memorial Park (2405 Champlain St, Ottawa, IL 61350).
Memorials may be directed to the Grand Ridge Fire Department and Starved Rock Regional Center.
