We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Bobbie Hummel. We all
know Charlie Hummel, the great phonograph collector. However, it was Bobbie
who brought up Charlie’s grandfather’s phonograph from the basement and
mentioned “Why don’t you fix that old phonograph?” That is when Charlie
found his second love which Bobbie fully supported.
Charlie Hummel enjoys sharing his knowledge of phonographs and his
collection with others. But, it was also Bobbie who enjoyed his zest for
the hobby. They both enjoyed sharing their collection with other
collectors from throughout the world.
If you ever had an opportunity to visit Charlie after one of the Wayne, NJ
shows, you would have a rare treat of meeting Bobbie. In the fall, Bobbie
would have the house decorated for Halloween and in the springtime Easter
bunnies would greet you on the lawn. She would usually be in the kitchen
preparing a delectable meal for hungry collectors. Her lasagna was
incredible. I stated it must be hard to make such a large quantity and she
would respond, “Oh, it is easy.” Her grandchildren were always around to
help and Charlie always did the serving. Charlie always had interesting
items for guests to marvel and snacks would be on every table in the living
room.
At the end of the party Charlie would usually start a fire in the fireplace
to burn the paper plates. Bobbie would join him and they would sit side by
side as Charlie would state “he married the best wife in the world.” Also
the most beautiful, which Bobbie was with that twinkle in her eyes and
beautiful blond hair.
We send our sympathy to Charlie, his children and grandchildren. They are
such a great family. Bobbie will be greatly missed by all that knew her in
our phonograph hobby.
Joan & Robin Rolfs
----- Original Message -----
From: <[email protected]>
To: "Antique Phonograph List" <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 4:31 PM
Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Very Sad News ---- Bobbie Hummel
The Funeral Service for Bobbie Hummel will be, this Friday morning 9:00 AM
at Immaculate Heart of Mary RC Church on Ratzer Rd Wayne N.J.
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