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James Sumner Obituary

Sumner, James R. James R. Sumner, fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, on Monday, September 10, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Jane A. Sumner (nee Auer); dearest father of Lawrence G. Sumner (Cynthia), Michael J. Sumner, Lisa A. Hopkins (David) and the late Mary Jo Sumner; dear grandfather of Bobby and Aprille Sumner, Courtney Culhane, Jessica and Donald Hopkins. Mr. Sumner was an Art Glass Designer and a strong supporter of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Carmelite Sisters. Services: The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Meramec at Maryland, Clayton on Saturday, September 15, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at the Church beginning at 9:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the Carmelite Monastery, 9150 Clayton Rd., St. Louis 63124. A SERVICE OF THE LUPTON CHAPEL

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Sep. 13 to Sep. 14, 2012.

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Phyllis Markos

September 17, 2012

Barbara just called andtold me about Jim. Iam so sorry for your loss but know that he is well taken care of in his faith. He and Jane were such fun people and I loved both of them. They visited Spricks in Fla and we were fortunate to have had time with them. God Bless all of you.

September 15, 2012

To the Sumner Family, my condolances at the loss of your dad. I am in Rome, but will offer Mass for him and remember all of you in my prayers.
Bishop Ed Rice

September 14, 2012

Larry, Mike, and Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I have so many memories growing up, hanging around your house with my best friend, Mary Jo. I am thankful for those years! You all take good care of each other, and remember to thank God for all of your blessings!
Alison Adams Curtin

Karen Define Mudd

September 14, 2012

Dear Larry Mike and Lisa, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. What a wonderful person who is going to be truly missed. Can you imagine the reunion he is having with your mom and sister? You have all been very blessed with the family you were given. Even though you don't hear from me very often I think of all of you and will keep you in my prayers. Love you all, Karen

September 13, 2012

Mike and family, we wish to extend our deepest sympathy. We are glad that we got to meet your Dad when he came for visits. Your neighbors, Stewart & Becky

September 13, 2012

Larry, Mike and Lisa
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was a great guy and I always loved talking with him. Find comfort in knowing that he is laughing and joking with your mom and Mary Jo in heaven. Thinking of you all.
Rob & Mary Novak

Sher

September 13, 2012

Mike, with my most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You were a great son to him and know you had alot of special times with him. For that, you can let him go with peace in your heart and treasure those memories. Take care, buddy!

Dan Schultz

September 13, 2012

Mike, so sorry to hear about your loss. Please extend our condolences to your family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers throughout this mournful time.

Crys & Gary Hooton

September 13, 2012

Larry, Cindy, Aprille and Bobby, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.

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