Robert A. “Rod” Schommer

Mass of Christian Burial was held on January 16, 2025, in Munich, N.D., for Robert A. “Rod” Schommer, 84, of Devils Lake and Munich, who passed away on January 8, 2025, at Eventide Care Center in Devils Lake.

Robert Andrew Schommer, son of Andrew and Annie (Michels) Schommer, was born on March 26, 1940, in Devils Lake, N.D. He grew up on the family farm, attended Munich Public School and graduated from Munich High School with the class of 1958.

Rod dedicated his life to farming and caring for his parents. He farmed alongside his dad in the early years and then with his brother, James, and eventually also his nephew, Craig. He lived on the family farm until moving into Munich in 1970. He officially retired from farming in 2002 but was always so pleased to see another generation of Schommers on the family farm.

Rod was an avid bowler and never missed a season of men’s league in 50 years. He so enjoyed bowling with his brothers and the new friends made. He never said no to a game of cards and truly looked forward to visiting with his friends.

Rod was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus and the Munich Commercial Club.

As a single man, he felt so blessed to always have the love and support of his siblings, nieces and nephews.

Rod’s loving family who survive include his sisters: Viola (Bob) Borho, Selina Rohde, Bernetta Ritter, Lois (Wes) Parker and Elaine (Robert) Perius; brothers: Bernard (Aletha) Schommer, James (Connie) Schommer, Arnold (Liz) Schommer, and Vern (Linda) Schommer; sisters-in-law Shirley Schommer and Darlene Schommer; and many nieces, nephews and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Gilbert and Norman, infant brother Donald, and brothers-inlaw Robert Rohde and Richard Ritter.

Casket bearers for Rod lere his nephews: Gerald Borho, Alan Borho, James Borho, Donald Schommer, Mike Rohde, Douglas Schommer, Wayne Schommer, Justin Schommer, Jody Schommer, Ryan Schommer, Kevin Ritter, Craig Schommer, Scott Parker, Jason Perius and Andy Schommer. Gift bearers were James and Connie Schommer.

Arrangements were made by Gilbertson Funeral Home of Devils Lake.