Born to eternal life on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2002 after a long and courageous battle with cancer, age 62 years. Beloved husband for 40 years of Bonnie (nee Jacob) Sommer. Proud father of Sandra, William (Karen) and Robert (Tracy). Loving grandpa of Keegan, Rachel, Grace and Jesse. Son-in-law of Esther Jacob. Brother-in-law of John (Sande) Jacob and the late Joan (Mike) Benz. Further survived by other family and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home MON 4-7:30 PM. Funeral Service at 7:30 PM. Entombment TUE 10:30 AM at Arlington Park Cemetery, 4001 So. 27th St. (please meet at cemetery entrance). William was a member of Christ Church U.C.C. and a veteran serving in the U.S. Coast Guard. If desired, memorials appreciated to the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic at St. Luke's Medical Center.