Robin L. Sommer

SOMMER Robin Sommer age 54, died peacefully in her sleep at her home in Rochester, MN. on December 2, 2016 from complications of cancer. Robin lived her life to benefit others and she was a Champion for those with disabilities. She played sports and excelled in school. Robin was selected as a High Achiever in 6th grade and lived the rest of her life as such. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Bloomington, MN in 1980 and went on to the University of Wisconsin at LaCrosse to major in Therapeutic Recreation. Robin then worked at Sunburst Youth Homes in Neillsville, WI, where she met her soulmate and husband Todd. Robin returned to U.W. LaCrosse and obtained her MBA. Robin and Todd settled in Rochester, MN after they were married on April 1, 1995. Robin spent a couple years working for PossAbilities of Southern Minnesota and the rest of her professional career as Developmental Disabilities Program Manager for Olmsted County, MN. Robin also assisted her friend Pam in founding Coastal Studies for girls in Maine. Robin is survived by her husband Todd Sommer of Rochester, MN; parents Richard and Anice Gessner of Bloomington, MN.; nephews and nieces Jonathan Mussetter (Lacey), Jake McCormick, Stephanie Mussetter, and Emily McCormick; sisters, Ruthanne Mussetter (Kevin) of Richfield, MN and Amy McCormick and Charlie Garcia of Eau Claire, WI; mother-in-law Karen Sommer (Marlyn) and brother-in-law Mark Sommer (Amanda and her daughter Olivia) all from Missoula, MT. Robins legacy is her impact on the disabled community. She relaxed and enjoyed her recreational time with Todd camping at their pond, their annual fishing trip in Bemidji, MN and occasional trips to the casino. Robin enjoyed supporting her Minnesota sports teams, decorating her home for the holidays, and choosing, wrapping, and giving beautiful packages. She will be missed by more people than can be counted. Memorial services will be held 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester, MN. Visitation will be held from 4:00 8:00 pm Friday, December 9, 2016 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes and 1 hr. prior to the service on Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Rochester Chapter of Civitan International or the American Cancer Society. To share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com