donnie sumner obituary

Recently, I became aware of a new book written by Donnie. I came back years later and was the associate pastor of that church. 'He had a pitch problem. Whether or not that was actually the case may be open for debate. By this, he meant the way that Sumner would run down the scale and bottom out on the lowest note he could hit. View The Obituary For Yvonne "Vonnie" Houston Futrell. He said Elvis said to call and see how I was doing. "The Lighthouse" Gospel Song by Donnie Sumner - Elvis' Gospel Band (The Stamps) High Quality Elvis, naturally, is irreplaceable but so is Sumner; few singers can hit the lowest G on the piano. Whoever put it on record bootlegged it from my record. . Donnies uncle, the late J.D. She married Donnie Sumner in 1979 and their marriage brought forth 5 children, Jason Dwayne in 1980, Travis Lee in 1981, Vanessa Leeann in 1983, Jeremy Wade in 1986, and Cody Allen in 1990. Singing his first solo in church at the age of 7, Donnie studied to be a classical vocalist and a classical pianist, turning down a scholarship at the Julliard School of Music to go to a Christian College'. Contemporary gospel singerMark Lowry told some funny stories about his six-year friendship with J.D. Retrieved May 16, 2020, from Donnie Sumner website: http://www.donniesumner.com/about_donnie.asp. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Donald Sumner Obituary (1953 - 2020) - Brunswick, GA - The Brunswick News . He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt and work in his garden. I didnt care. I have nothing to say about him or his Christian example or his moral ethics. Finally, it all came to a head. Elvis relaxed by singing gospel favourites and, fortunately, an impromptu jam session with the Stamps was recorded in 1972. This video remembers Donald Lee Sumner, Jr, who passed away from Covid in December 2020. Donnie Sumner, "The Lighthouse" - video by Susan Quinn Sand 55,607 views Jun 8, 2016 Jeff Lewis and Friends Gospel Show at end of Tupelo Elvis Festival 2016, Sunday, 6-5-2016 465 Dislike Share. Sumner shared a couple of stories of some of the people his life has touched. I didn't realize how much I needed to say goodbye to the man until I was there at the celebration of his life. The Cathedrals then sang two songs. called me and said that Elvis died. Donnie's professional career began in the early sixties. confirmed those visible answers to the point that, if it was not Elvis in that casket, it was the greatest make-up job and greatest wax dummy ever known ever in human existence.. Hes like everybody else in the world of entertainment every once in a while hed slip but just because you slip doesnt mean youre down. 205 E Elm St, Olney, IL 62450. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. But when he finally got the chance a few years later, Presley's personal flamboyance and distinctive vocal style didn't fit in with the uniform appearance and carefully controlled harmony required by the Southern gospel style. He did and was now my youth minister at the church I was an associate at! . Candle 1. Geraldo asked him if he was certain that Elvis was dead. Donnie Sumner, a multi-talented veteran of musical performance, weaves together a fast-paced, well-planned, themed format of Sacred and Gospel repertoire, utilizing standard, as well as, his own original compositions. about what he thought when I left but he was certainly proud of me. I am now victorious in all things and they can be, too, just by deciding that they want to believe on the Lord, Jesus Christ. Donnie Sumner currently lives in Hendersonville, TN; in the past Donnie has also lived in Lebanon TN. Please review our Privacy Policy to review how we may use your information. Charlie (Hodge) would call from time to time to see how I was doing. Sumner and the Stamps." J.D.'s voice earned him a Grammy, a spot in the GMA Hall of Fame and in the Guinness Book of World Records for the lowest bass voice. Included we see a live performance of the elusive Long Tall Sally seen here for the first time ever. Need addtional information, permission to use an article/picture, and/or advertise on boomerocity.com. Link to index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1573&Itemid=3009, Jason Scheff Talks About Generation Radio, His Dad, and What's On His Radar, Bob Gruen's Studio - Sly Stone at NYC's Madison Squaare Garden 1973, Bob Gruen's Studio - Labelle-1972-and-Vicki-Wickham-OBE. It wasn't "The Lighthouse" which the Stamps did in _Elvison Tour_; the title may have been "Ship Ahoy." The Stamps worked for Elvis until his death in August 1977 and Sumner's voice can be heard on many recordings including the gospel songs "Help Me" and "Why Me, Lord". I asked Donnie for his thoughts on his legendary uncle. Sumner responded quickly and unequivocally. These stories begged the question about Sumners opinion as to the claim that Elvis staged his death in August of 1977. Willard "Bill" Jean Sumner Obituary - Tribute Archive He is included in The Guinness Book of Records as the world's lowest bass singer. Since childhood his favorite form of entertainment has been "GOSPEL MUSIC" with styles ranging from "Foot-stompin' - hand-clappin' revival tunes" to what has become known in today's market as contemporary sacred music. If we can inspire people to live better lives, we've performed a ministry.". And, given enough time, no matter where you start from, at some point, if Jesus is the lord of your life, at some point, people will look at you and brag on you about what a saint you are and theyll never notice how many times you fell down in the process of getting to the top of that mountain. J.D. The Lakeland native sang in The Stamps quartet that backed up Elvis from 1971 to 1973. Absolutely nobody can communicate the lyrics of a gospel song like Elvis', may be re-printed for public display without permission, Interview with Michael Jarrett, songwriter, I'm Leavin', Interview with James Burton Sydney Australia 2006, James Burton: First Call For The Royalty Of Rockabilly, Interview with Terry Blackwood & Jim Murray. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. And if I cant do that no more, Ill be in Heaven.. How do I say this? Elvis Interviews , Elvis Articles , Elvis Biography , By David Adams. Ronald Dale Ronnie Sumner, 74, of Irwin County, Georgia, died Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at his residence. He was a fan of TV evangelist Rex Humbard, but otherwise gospel music was his whole religious world. During his many sleepless, anxious nights, he would summon a young David to play music music that became what we know to be the Psalms of the Bible - to soothe his soul. (70 years old). For the next three years Donnie was a constant houseguest, companion and arranger and associate musician to his friend Elvis. Elvis' guitarist, James Burton flew in, Charlie Hodge played acoustic guitar, Donnie Sumner played the piano with Voice supplying bass. But when we'd sing for him, it was like throwing a bucket of cold water on a fire. Hardwick then spoke and John Mathews, aboyhood friend of J.D. The doctor cut a big hole in one of Elvis' sheets, draped it over him with his head centered inside the hole andproceeded to remove small plugs of hair from the back side of Sherrill's head and then inserted the plugs into holes he had previously made in the top of Sherrill's scalp. Ronald Dale "Ronnie" Sumner, 74, of Irwin County, Georgia, died Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at his residence. The next morning, I called J.D. Donnie is the nephew of the late J. D. SUMNER, nationally acclaimed as the "world's lowest bass singer." Both Donnie and J. D. were closely associated with the late ELVIS PRESLEY on both his stage appearances and his recordings. Sherrill still had the bandages around my head and during the song, blood started running down his forard. In it (and if I remember correctly), when describing Elvis love of southern gospel music, Humbard used the story of King Saul who had vacated the calling of God and lived with a very troubled heart. wouldhumorously pick on him. . Sumner agreed and the Stamps Quartet joined Elvis in November 1971. In 1965 he became the lead vocalist and arranger for J. D. Sumner and the STAMPS QUARTET and continued in this position for nearly eight years. Donnie is the nephew of the late J. D. SUMNER, nationally acclaimed as the "world's lowest bass singer." I was very glad that I had attended. The vast majority of them are false. Unfortunately, you'll find many suicides that are not resolved . As can easily be imagined, the targeted niche for Sumners book is the very wide, diverse and, sometimes, strange demographic of Elvis fans as well as those who love southern Gospel music. 'I got through college, but my heart was in quartets. Elvis was known for expecting almost unconditional loyalty from those who worked for him. Sumner at the 78 Dove Awards. He rarely went to church or read the Bible, according to one close associate, and his partying and overindulgence in food and drugs eventually led to his death at age 42. Eventually, Charlie Hodge, Elvis' right-hand man called and said they needed someone to help out with the high notes'. That story and many, many others are shared in In the Shadow of Kings (see the Boomerocity review of it here). So they were the only songs completed by Elvis, although 'Voice' did record a number of demos at Elvis' insistence. I hate to say it, but I turned into a stone drug addict'. Sumner. J.D. It dont matter where youre at when you hit the bottom, the bottoms the bottom no matter where its at. Ive got a couple of people who talk to Elvis all the time. 'I sing fast songs, slow songs, old songs, new songs, funny songs, and sad songs'. He was a graduate of Irwin County High School and served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. DONALD SUMNER OBITUARY. Hovie. hi-res2000 Classic Southern (Ovation Records/ORD201): Hold To God's Unchanging Hand; Then I Met The Master; Living With Heaven In Mind; His Hand In Mine; He'll Do It For You; Amazing Grace; Nothing But The Blood; I Can Feel The Touch Of His Hand; There's A Blessing Coming Down; The Anchor Holds; He's Coming Soon; Beulah Land; Until Then; Alone Facing God What Then.2002 Timeless Treasures (Image Records/407302-10): I Love To Tell The Story; What A Friend/No Not One; Leave It There; No One Ever Cared For Me Like Jesus; O Come Angel Band; It Is Well; Heaven Medley; Great Is Thy Faithfulness; The Haven Of Rest; Wonderful Peace; Ship Ahoy; God Bless These Folks.2004 Serenade (Image Records): I Love To Tell The Story; An Evening Prayer; Through It All; While Ages Roll; Rock Of Ages; What A Day That Will Be; How Great Thou Art; Ten Thousand Years; Sweet Sweet Spirit; I Must Tell Jesus; Victory In Jesus; In The Sweet Bye And Bye; At The Crossing; What A Friend. Donnie Sumner - Tour Coordinator The family will receive friends from 6-8 Thursday evening at the funeral home in Ocilla. I dont hear many stories of that sort of thing because theyre not close friends and only a close friend would tell you a story like that.. (Partial List)All I Do Is Ask The LordDreamin'God's HeavenIf I Could Have The WorldIf You Find The LordI'll Live OnLove Found A PardonLove Him SoSailing Toward HomeSounds Of LoveStreet Corner PreacherThe Army Of The LordThe Night Before EasterThe Shadow Of His LoveWhere Has Our Love Gone. with deadpan seriousness that contained the urge to burst out laughing. In the last 10 15 minutes of my programs, I can concentrate an entire Sunday. The Stamps were EdEnoch, Ed Hill, and Rick Strickland (the youngest member of the group) andno one couldn't have noticed that they sang the old arrangements without abass singer. He was the most human Christian gentleman that I had ever known other than my father. 'When I was with Elvis I had plenty of money, plenty of safety, plenty of access to anything I wanted. You can now see some of his choice work each month here on Boomerocity.com!

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