John A. Somori's Obituary
John A. Somori, 87, of Lewes, DE, departed this earthly life Friday, August 7, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. Somori was born in Palanka, Hungary, June 16, 1922. He escaped with his wife and son from Budapest, Hungary, shortly after the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. He arrived with his family in the United States in 1959, and settled in northern Virginia. He worked as a draftsman for the Fairfax County Park Authority and helped design many parks and golf courses until his retirement in 1982.
Mr. Somori was a devoted husband who celebrated his 60th wedding anniversary just two months before his passing. He enjoyed music, the beach, travel and literature. His passion was classical music and he had studied for two years at the Hungarian Conservatory of Music as a classical pianist. He was a loving father who always encouraged his son to pursue his interests and dreams.
Mr. Somori is survived by his wife, Eva, his son Dr. Gabriel J. Somori and his wife Shelly, his grandson David Somori and granddaughter Lauren Somori.
All services are private. Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes, DE (www.parsellfuneralhomes.com)
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, Two Mill Road, Suite 106, Wilmington, DE 19806.
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