"Something about Snapping Turtles hanging on a fence, just kidding. "Mr. Romie" was the best neighbor "Dad" you could have ever asked for (across the driveway) on Hill Street. We had a wonderful time on the block. His Dad and Mom also lived next door to us. So many years and so many memories with him, Miss Carol and their kids. Little did I know back then that I would be proud to serve with him in the Legion. I will always remember him with a smile on his face, working hard, loving life, his family, and God. Rest in peace, Mr. Romie! I'll see you again someday! "
In loving memory of
Roman Joseph Schommer
November 3, 1931 - August 4, 2013
Roman J. Schommer
Mr. Roman Schommer, of Fredonia, passed away Sunday afternoon, August 4, 2013 at Aurora Medical Center, Grafton. He was 81 years. Roman was born November 3, 1931 in Holy Cross, the son of Raymond and Loretta Watry Schommer. From 1952-1953, he proudly served his country in the United States Army. On November 10, 1951 he was united in marriage with Carol Walter at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Milwaukee. For many years he worked as a press mechanic at American Can Company in Milwaukee. Mr. Schommer was a member of Divine Savior Parish, St. Rose Chapel in Fredonia where he sang with the church choir, as well as the American Legion, Warren Kane Post #410. He joined the Fredonia Fire Department on January 11, 1966, and served as an active member for 35 years, before becoming an honorary member. He enjoyed staying at his trailer up north in Mountain and snowmobiling. Roman is survived by his wife Carol of Fredonia and their children: Dennis (Pam) of Port Washington, Cindy (Mike) Glander of Fredonia, Daniel "Fuzzy" (Maureen) of Fredonia and Lynn (Brad) DeMaster of Cedar Grove. He was the loving grandfather of Kelly and Justin Glander and Ryan and Nathan DeMaster, and was further survived by his brothers and sisters: Daniel (Darlene) Schommer and Ronald (Mary), both of Fredonia, Jean Klas of Fredonia and Rita (George) Kirst of Kewaskum, sister-in-law Myrtle Phillips of West Bend, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friend. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 7PM on Wednesday, August 7 at Divine Savior Parish, St. Rose Chapel, 305 Fredonia Ave., Fredonia. He will be laid to rest in the parish cemetery. The family will receive visitors at Eernisse Funeral Home, 171 N. Royal Ave, Belgium on Wednesday from 3-6:30PM, leaving in procession for St. Rose Chapel at 6:30PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Fredonia Fire Department or the Fredonia American Legion, Post #410. The Eernisse Funeral Home, Belgium is honored to be serving the family.
Tributes
"Fuzzy and family, We are so sorry for your loss! Uncle Romy was a great man and I always enjoyed seeing him or anyone of your family. I will truly miss seeing him when we come home. May God bless you always. Uncle Romy will be happily received by God and the many other angels in heaven. All our love and sympathy, Ray & Cheri Brunner Porterfield, Wi"
"Sympathy to your family. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this journey of celebration of life for Roman. Jackie & Rich "
"My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of great loss. I feel very blessed to have known Roman for many years. I have many great memories of spending time with your family. He was a great man. "
"Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Rebecca, Bobbi, and Harper Walber"