Obituaries
Robert C. Cummins
September 6, 1938 - September 9, 2018
- September 14, 2018 | 10:30 A.M. Friday
- St Patrick downtown Church 400 Cedar Street St. Charles.
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Burial Location
Mt. Calvary Cemetery Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Robert Charles Cummins, age 80, died peacefully on Sunday, September 9 with family by his side.
Bob was born with a twin brother, Billie, on September 6, 1938 in New Ulm, Minnesota and grew up in Cedar Rapids, IA, one of five brothers. He attended Immaculate Conception High School in Cedar Rapids, IA and Loras College in Dubuque, IA.
After graduating with a degree in philosophy, Bob joined John Reid and Associates in Chicago and trained as a polygraph examiner. He became one of the most sought-after professionals in his field, eventually opening his own firm. During his 23 years in polygraph he investigated many famous cases including the Tylenol murders, John Wayne Gacy and the Gary Dotson/Cathy Webb case, among others.
In retirement, Bob moved to Florida where he spent his time golfing, enjoying regular trips to Disney World and attending Catholic mass daily.
He is survived by three children, Heidi (Mike) Semenek of Oswego, IL, Melissa (Robert) Lorenz of Pasadena, CA, and Peter Cummins of Davenport, IA; Six grandchildren, Kyle Meyer, Scott, Amanda and Rachel Semenek, and Jack and Rory Lorenz; his former wife Marilyn Cummins of North Aurora, IL; his older brother Richard Cummins of Chappaqua, NY, and many nieces and nephews. Bob is preceded in death by his brothers Jim, Jack and Billie and his parents Dewey and Dorothy Cummins.
Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30am on September 14 at St. Patrick downtown Church, 400 Cedar St., St. Charles. Interment will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Courageous of Iowa, PO Box 418, Monticello, IA 52310.
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Judy Kempen from Milton, FL
"So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I remember well those hectic days in St.Charles. May God bless and keep you all."
Jennifer and Collin Dahl from Sister Bay, WI
"We are sorry to hear of Bob's death. May our Lord bless and comfort all of you during this time of grief, and may good memories sustain you in the days ahead. Love to you all."
Scott & Tina Martin from Grreen Bay, WI
"Our deepest condolences to Marilyn, Melissa, Heidi, Peter & families. We are so very sorry for your loss."
Bev Martin from Woodstock, IL
"Heidi, Melissa, Peter & families. So sorry to hear of your Dads’ passing. So many memories from the sixties and seventies have flooded my mind. May your memories bring a smile and peace to you. God Bess!"
Tammy & Paul Marsala from Huntly, IL
"Thinking of all of you at this time. Many memories of grandma Martin's birthday parties at the house:)) Prayers and hugs!!"
Deacon Bob Hurych from Cedar Rapids, IA
"Robert Cummins Family, Please be rest assured of our thoughts and prayers at your loss of Bob. I remember Dorothy and Dewey very vividly as we were related through Dorothy's side of the family.Peace and God's Blessings,Deacon Bob Hurych"
Elizabeth Litalien from Seattle, WA
"My deepest condolences to Bob’s loved ones. I wish I could be there to pay my respects & share in fond memories of Bob. Hopefully there is a big Disneyland in the sky. May your memories of Bob bring comfort to you in your time of grief."
Linda (Bettag) Seraphin from St. Charles, IL
"Sending prayers to all. We are very sorry for your loss."