Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
NameBobby Ray SUMMERS [1], [4270], [289], [4203], [4282], [4283]
BirthJul 20, 1926 [1], [289], [4203]
DeathSep 21, 2020, Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina [4203]
BurialCremated [4203]
FlagsUS Navy
FatherHugh Percell SOMERS (1898-1982)
MotherMyrtle OVERMAN (1899-1982)
Spouses
BirthDec 11, 1929 [4284]
DeathMay 10, 2022, Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina [4284]
BurialCremated [4282]
MarriageSep 12, 1959, Rockingham County, North Carolina [4284]
Obituary Online notes for Bobby Ray SUMMERS
9/27/2020

Bobby Summers Obituary
Summers, Bobby Ray

July 20, 1926 - September 21, 2020

Bobby Ray Summers ("Papaw Bob") ,94, of Greensboro, passed away Monday, September 21, 2020 at Beacon Place in Greensboro, NC. Bob worked many years as an accountant and was a ballroom dance instructor. He was a member of Piedmont Swing Dance Society and was a veteran of the US Navy. Bobby was a very outgoing person whose love of dance and jokes made him a stranger to none and adored by many.

He is survived by his wife Doris Summers of Greensboro, daughter Mary Johnson (Jeff) of Browns Summit NC, grandson Trey Johnson (Taylor and two great grandchildren Teagan and Nolan) of Ruffin NC, granddaughter Hunter Johnson of Burlington, NC and grandson Cooper Johnson of Brown Summit, NC, sisters Iris Summers AZ, Brenda Henderson NC and brother Larry Summers CA.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents Hugh and Myrtle Summers, brothers Freeman Summers, Clyde Summers and sisters Maizie Richert, Betty Davis and Pat King.

The family will hold a celebration of life Monday, September 28th, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the home of Jeff and Mary Johnson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Beacon Place 2502 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27405.

Arrangements entrusted to Triad Cremation & Funeral Service of Greensboro, NC.

Triad Cremation and Funeral Service

2110 Veasley Street, Greensboro, NC 27407
Published by Greensboro News & Record on Sep. 27, 2020. [4203]
Obituary Online notes for Doris Rebecca (Spouse 1)
5/22/2022

Doris Summers Obituary
Summers, Doris Rebecca (Powell)

December 11, 1929 - May 10, 2022

Doris Rebecca (Powell) Summers passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. She was born on December 11, 1929, to the parents of Ira and Mattie Powell.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Ray Summers; and her siblings Paul Powell (Bertha), Marion Sharpe (Howard), and Adelene Strickland (Vern). She is survived by her daughter, Mary S. Johnson (Jeff) of Brown Summit; her nieces and nephews: Pam Sharpe of Danville, Danny Sharpe of Trinity, Paula Powell of Ruffin, West Strickland of British Columbia; her grandchildren: Trey Johnson (Taylor), Hunter Johnson and Cooper Johnson; and two great-grandchildren: Teagan and Nolan Johnson.

Doris graduated from King's Business College, working most of her career at Dover Elevator Company as an executive secretary. Doris was an advocate for all animals and all things NASCAR.

A celebration of her life will be held at her daughter's home from 6:30 p.m to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Come help us celebrate Doris's life and her eternity with Jesus.

Triad Cremation and Funeral Services

2110 Servomation Road, Greensboro, NC 27407
Published by Greensboro News & Record on May 22, 2022. [4282]
Last Modified Jul 9, 2023Created Sep 25, 2026 by Terry M. Whitesell, using Reunion for Macintosh
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