Robert A. Rummings

Robert A. "Bob" Rummings Was born January 29, 1929 in Elmira, NY, the son of the late Henry and Eva (Griffin) Rummings, Sr. went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 peacefully at the Chemung County Nursing Facility at the age of 87. His brothers: Henry Jr., William and Albert; sisters: Margaret Hess and Mildred Hill; and step-daughter, Susan Kochkodan also preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 45 years, Mary (Austin) Rummings; beloved daughter, Angel Rummings at home; grandchildren: John, Amber and Kylee Kochkodan; great granddaughter, Alivia Vila; sister-in-law: Marcia Austin; brother: Glen Rummings, both of Elmira; along with several nieces and nephews. Bob retired from the Elmira Department of Public Works in 1991 after 40 years of dedicated service. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Saturday, October 29, 2016 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Funeral Services celebrating Bob's life will follow the visitation at 3 PM. Lay Pastor John P. Knapp will officiate. Interment will take place at the convenience of his family in the Fitzsimmons Cemetery, Southport, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 13 Beech Street, Johnson City, NY 13790. Bob's guestbook may be signed in obituaries at www.olthof.com. Thank You The Rummings family wishes to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Chemung County Nursing Facility 6th Floor nursing staff and Dr. Corbalan for the wonderful love and care they unselfishly gave to Bob.