Robert Donald Cummings' Obituary
Robert Donald Cummings, 83, passed away December 3, 2017. He was born October 1, 1934 in Ripley, TN to Sue and Claude N. Cummings. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Carol Cummings. He is survived by his sister, Peggy Scalzi (Mike) of Sandy Springs, MD; daughters, Marilyn Hartz (Paul) of Shelby, AL and Paula Harris of South Bend, IN; and son, Dale Rast (Sarah) of Olive Branch, MS. He was affectionately known as “Grandee” to 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. He graduated from South Side High School in 1952. He retired from the elevator industry after 46 years of service. He served in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. He was a charter member of CrossRoads United Methodist Church, where he served on the building committee and board of trustees. He was a devoted and loving husband to Carol Cummings for 42 years until her passing to be with the Lord in 2001. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. and funeral services will follow at 11 a.m., Friday, December 8 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. A family graveside service will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to CrossRoads United Methodist Church, 9315 E. Shelby Drive, Collierville, TN 38017 or charity of the donor’s choice.
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