Somerfield

Donald E. Somerfield, 81, of West Sunbury, passed away the morning of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, with his wife and family by his side, the day of his 62nd wedding anniversary.

Don died in the home that he was born in on Dec. 30, 1944, the son of William Arthur Somerfield and Theona Viora (Tissue) Somerfield Sapp.

Don graduated from Moniteau High School, Class of 1962, where he was nicknamed “Bull.” He then enlisted into the U.S. Navy, where he served as an aviation machinist mate during the Vietnam conflict. He returned home and began his career with Armco in 1968, in the security department, retiring in 2001 as sergeant. He earned an associate degree in security administration while working at Armco.

Following his retirement, he drove a school bus for Campbell’s Bus Garage for 18 years. Throughout his life, he enjoyed traveling with his wife on their Honda Gold Wing to all 50 states and most of Canada.

Don is survived by his loving wife, Paula A. (Jones) Somerfield; his devoted daughter, Amy Kelly, and her husband, Mike, of West Sunbury; and he was affectionately known as Poppa to his best friends and grandsons, Shane Kelly, and his fiancée, Jessica Masters, and Ryan Kelly.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Nancy Neal; and brother, William Somerfield.

SOMERFIELD — Family and friends of Donald E. Somerfield, who died Tuesday, June 2, 2026, will be received for visitation from 2 to 5 p.m. Tuesday June 9, at WILLIAM F. YOUNG FUNERAL HOME, 132 Main St., West Sunbury. A memorial service will take place at 5 p.m.

If desired, online condolences may be sent to www.williamfyoungfh.com.

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