'Luanne and I wanted you to know how sorry we were to learn of the passing of your beloved Mother. She was a dear person and we will always think of her particularly when we walk in the Park as she did with your Father.'

'To remember Dolly is to remember a sweet and gentle woman, unfailingly kind and friendly. It was a pleasure to have her as a neighbor for so many years. For us, 1309 Fallsmead Way will always be the Sumberg's house.

Jackie and Jesse Etelson'

'Susan (and family):
I'm going to miss your mom so much! I genuinely enjoyed seeing her and your dad and catching up on the latest news whenever you were in town to visit. Dolly was a great mom and a great person -- always upbeat, always generous, and always interested no matter what the topic of discussion. I have many memories of her that I will hold onto. 
Love ya...'

'Susan and Laurie,

I am glad I got to see both your parents about a year and a half ago. Although your family is distantly related to ours, You lived so close to us that you seemed like first cousins. It doesn't seem that long ago that we were over your house to play, but alas that was more than 30 years ago. Of course then I had the point of view of a kid. I remember one particular day when I was up in Susan's room and we were listening to the Bee Gee's and then we came down for refreshments that your mom had been busy making while we were playing. Now that I am a mom, I can see it from an adult view and see that you were blessed with a wonderful upbringing with two great people who loved you both very much. As children it is easy to take that for granted. It is because of all of that love that you both have so much to give. I think that your mom was probably very proud of the women you became.'

'How we will miss our good neighbor across the back path here in Fallsmead. Our prayers and thoughts are with her family.

Tom and Glenda Buchanan'

'Dear Susan and Laurie,

I was so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. She was always so kind and gentle to me. I remember she always made me feel welcome in your home when I was a child and I enjoyed feasting on her cooking. Certainly her friendship meant the world to my parents. You and your families will be in my thoughts and prayers. 

Love, Cindy'

'Dear Susan and Laurie,
How blessed I was to know your mother. I remember her loving way and the care and concern she had for those she knew. She always put the needs of others first. It was obvious that she loved her family more than anything. How sad I am that we all lost such a special person. Her compassionate spirit and unconditional love was a gift she gave to all. As an adult I enjoyed her company especially sharing the births of my children, nephew, and grandchild. As a child I remember her protective nature. She has been a wonderful family friend for many years. How I wish I could ease the grief that your family is feeling. I will be praying for all of you.'

'Dolly,

Your latkes were the best. Kennedy is going to hear many stories about her Bubeh. We'll miss you.'

'Dear Susan and Laurie,

Your mother always was a wonderful,caring, and upbeat neighbor. Her sunny disposition will be missed by us. It was always heart warming to see your parents taking their stroll through the neighborhood and were a model for a loving relationship.
We will always remember your parents providing counsel to our boys during the college application process. They were especially pleased when our sons were interested in applying to Wisconsin and took it good heartedly when they decided not to attend. They were very reassuring to all of us, struggling with the issues of parenthood, that we too would be as successful as they raising two caring, loving, and dedicated daughters.'

'Dear Susan and Laurie,
How saddened I was to hear of your mother's passing. As a child, she was always so welcoming and friendly when Joyce and I would come over to your house-it was evident she cared about your friends. In later years, I always enjoyed seeing your mother and father in the park-they always gave me updates on what you were doing. Your mother was so kind and always was so upbeat. She was always so positive and upbeat-always smiling. She'd have a smile on her face even before she knew it was someone she knew. I'm very sorry for your loss. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.'

'Dolly was a good Fallsmead neighbor and a great lady. She was devoted to your father, her children and grandchildren. 
I hope that the many happy memories you share will bring you consolation at this sad time.'

'Al's many friends at the American Association of University Professors send their heartfelt condolences.'

'It was always a delight to see Dolly's smile as we talked briefly out on the front walk. When their house sold, I was able to say goodbye to both Dolly and her husband.May God comfort her family in your time of grieving her loss. Sherri and Tom McKenna'

'Brad & Susan, Brittany, Mackenzie, Marshall and Dylan: My prayer for you all today was that God would comfort you during this difficult time and that He would give you peace and surround you with friends and family who love and support you. Susan & Brad, in the short time Dolly was here, I was able to see for myself how much a daughter and son can really love their parents; you did the ultimate: you gave sacrifically your time and resources to care for Dolly. What a wonderful daughter you are Susan, and how blessed you are to have a husband that loved your mom, too. My eyes fill with tears as I write these words, yet they are sincere and heartfelt. You guys are close to my heart and in my prayers often. Love, Sandra Medina, and isaiah.'

'We were saddened to hear of Dolly's passing. She was always kind to me and a good friend of my mother's. I'll never forget Susan giving me a sympathy card when my father passed away in 1971. You don't remember much from when you were seven, but the Sumberg family left me with a kind memory in a time of sadness. My mother and I send our deepest sympathy to your family.'

'A lively, lovely lady who will be sorely missed in this community. She always had a smile on her face and a welcome in her voice. Dolly loved life. We thank God for her gift to us.'

'Bubbie -

We miss you.

Brittany, Mackenzie, Marshall, & Dylan'

'I had the pleasure of taking care of Dolly on Sunday 9/9/07 at Homewood Residence while working with Odyssey Hospice of San Antonio. Even though I was only with you all one day, I really could see what a loving and exrremely caring family she had. Her loving husband never left her side, as well as Susan, Laurie and Brad. It is rare these days to see family members who take such pride in caring for their elderly parents. There was such love and respect in the room all day. Your stories were precious, funny and sad and I'm sure she appreciated hearing them in her last hours. Thank you for allowing me to take part in her life and eventual passing. Also, there was a family friend a retired ENT physician who was so wonderful with the family and Dolly. She was a joy to be around and work with.'

OBITUARY

Dolly Sumberg

Passed away on SEPTEMBER 11, 2007

Porter Loring Mortuary - McCullough

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