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William Sumney Obituary
Feb 23, 2026
Angola - William "Bill" Ray Sumney, 93, of Angola, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Northern Lakes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Angola, Indiana.
Bill was born on September 24, 1932, in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Weldon R. and Esther S. (Goeglein) Sumney. He graduated from Central High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Bill was proud to service in the United States Army.
He had been the President and General Manager of MBC Distribution in Angola, Indiana.
Bill enjoyed woodworking and was a founding member of the N.E.I. Woodworkers Association of Angola, Indiana and a member of the Three Rivers Woodworkers Association in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
He enjoyed many vacations at Big Star Lake with his family and friends.
Surviving are his three children, Barb (Steve) Schroeder of Zionsville, Indiana, Lisa (Kevin) Stockwell of Hudson, Indiana and William "Ross" (Tami) Sumney of Angola, Indiana; three beloved grandchildren, Heidi Schroeder, Kyle (Ashley) Stockwell and Laura (Joris) VanRoessel and his 7 great-grandchildren that he adored. Also surviving is his special friend, Alice Hughes of Angola, Indiana.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wives, Phyllis (Bremer) Sumney and Betty (Vaughn) Cope Sumney and siblings, Wanda Etler, Robert Sumney Sr. and Eugene Sumney.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Monday, March 2, 2026, at Peace Lutheran Church, 355 E. State Road 120, Fremont, IN 46737. Rev. Jared E. Rudolph will be officiating followed by Military Honors by the United States Army Honor Guard.
Visitation will be from 10-11 AM, Monday, March 2, 2026, prior to the service at the church.
Final resting place will be in Circle Cemetery, Hudson, Indiana.
Memorial donations may be made to Peace Lutheran Church, 355 E. State Road 120, Fremont, IN 46737.
Condolences may be expressed online through our website: www.weichtfh.com
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Dear Sumney family,
My deepest condolences are with you all during this incredibly heartbreaking time. I was truly saddened to learn of your profound loss, and my heart aches for the pain you must be experiencing.
Your father was an extraordinary individual, and his spirit was a genuine source of inspiration that profoundly touched my life. I will always remember his kindness and the profound wisdom he often shared. He possessed a truly warm and authentic heart that had a remarkable ability to make everyone around him feel not just acknowledged, but truly cherished and special. His presence always brought a unique sense of comfort and genuine connection.
I hope that during these difficult days, you find strength in the beautiful memories you shared and in the knowledge that his remarkable light shone brightly, impacting countless lives beyond your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers, and I wish you comfort, peace, and unwavering support as you navigate these immensely difficult days.
With deepest sympathy
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