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. Even when performing in a southern gospel group, temptation is still there'. Donnie sang lead with the Stamps Trio, J D Sumner And The Stamps, and Voice.He has also made frequent appearances on the Gaither Homecoming Series. Both Donnie and J. D. were closely associated with the late ELVIS PRESLEY on both his stage appearances and his recordings. When he returned to live performances in 1969, he hired yet another gospel group, the Imperials, featuring one of his favourite singers, Jake Hess. J.D. I tried to make car arrangements. Obituary: J. D. Sumner | The Independent | The Independent I asked Sumner what his reactions and thoughts were on that fateful day. Gospel music is my life.". I love you. He was born in Marshes Siding, Kentucky on May 22, 1947 the son of Jerome and Nellie (Bryant) Sumner. It wasn't "The Lighthouse" which the Stamps did in _Elvison Tour_; the title may have been "Ship Ahoy." VOICE INC., Donnie's group, was the opening act on all Elvis' personal appearances as well as an iatrical part of the vocal ensemble performing all of his stage back-up vocals. Sumner. Contemporary gospel singerMark Lowry told some funny stories about his six-year friendship with J.D. You cant go no lower than the bottom., I asked Donnie if he had something to fall back on when he left Elvis, to which he replied, Not at all. 'My life was totally ruined'. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. Elvis would then get on the phone and say, I understand. I tell you what, Randy, it dont take any courage. He was born March 3, 1953, to Alma and Orba Sumner. 205 E Elm St, Olney, IL 62450. Local obituaries for Blountstown, Florida. Gallatin Obituaries | Local Obits for Gallatin, TN - Legacy.com 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.. And if I cant do that no more, Ill be in Heaven.. As he said in his autobiography, "Gospel music is more than standing on a stage or a way to make a living. 'His Hand in Mine' (1960) includes some old songs and spirituals, like 'Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho', but it also contains 'You'll Never Walk Alone' - a signature song of his later Las Vegas years, but not exactly a gospel tune. All you gotta do is believe and, if you believe in your heart that Jesus Christ came, lived and died, was buried and raised from the grave and is coming back, you are as righteous, you are as saved, you are as Heaven-ready as Billy Graham or any other big TV evangelist that ever stood on the face of this earth. I had no idea. Lister, Jake Hess, and James Blackwood spoke about the fun times they had. They write me all the time and I dont even respond. Elvis relaxed by singing gospel favourites and, fortunately, an impromptu jam session with the Stamps was recorded in 1972. They dont see me in all the places of ill repute that I found myself in during that time period. He was a carpenter and worked in construction. The limit is due to overactive search engine bots (Bing, Google, etc.) By 1971, Sumner had had enough success to write his autobiography, Gospel Music Is My Life. Frances Sumner Dunn, 77, of Oakland, TN passed away on Monday, June 25, 2018. A lot of Elvis fans, a goodly number of my old friends and a tremendous number of people who have kids in similar situations who want to give it to their kids and grandkids. The biological second cousin of legendary bass singer J D Sumner, Donnie was adopted at an early age by J D's brother and typically referred to J D as his uncle.Donnie sang lead with the Stamps Trio, J D Sumner And The Stamps, and Voice. Entering this and that into the search form will return results containing both "this" and "that". He had personal problems and demons, but he did a lot of good in his own way. Said Sumner: "I have never seen a man suffer as much or grieve as much as he did at the loss of his mother.". Sumner and The Stamps Quartet; Donnie is to the immediate left of Elvis L To R: Bill Baize, future Oak Ridge Boy Richard Sterban, Donnie Sumner, Elvis, J.D. He'd get so relaxed and peaceful. http://www.donniesumner.com/about_donnie.asp. If you sit at a piano and hit the further key on the left, it's two notes below that. Sumner, is legendary in the southern gospel quarter genre and is known for holding the Guinness World Record for eighteen years for recording the lowest vocal bass note a G0. DONALD SUMNER OBITUARY. . He was wearing his TCB ring and pendant which Elvis had given him. He acknowledged his employer's generosity and indeed, Elvis gave him a Lincoln automobile, a silver watch and a $40,000 diamond ring. Ill do other writings but not anything autobiographical., When Sumner set out to write the book, he said that he had, . wouldhumorously pick on him. What made him great in gospel was his ability to tell a story. comforted him after. three goals, startin at the bottom: To put down on a piece of paper as much of my story as I could to tell my grandkids. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Donnie shares the story in his book about why, while singing with one of the most beloved, historic and recognizable people in the world even in the history of the world he decided to quit and with nothing else to fall back on. And I want them to understand that I did, in fact, work with Elvis. 'He had a feel and a passion for it. Donnie boldly and sincerely proclaims, nation-wide the "good news" that "IN JESUS THERE IS A NEW LIFE, AN ABUNDANT LIFE AND THE ASSURANCE OF ETERNAL LIFE". "MR. SONG MAN" and "I MISS YOU". My uncle said for me to sing until they got somebody, and I sang for eight years', he said. Candle 2. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. After both of us laughing very hard at that comment, Donnie added, Yeah, I am absolutely positive that he is dead. Another non-gospel song, 'Crying in the Chapel', that became a pop-chart hit. Donnie was responsible for all the Elvis vocal arrangements during this time and on a regular nightly basis would perform "gospel tunes" to Elvis in private "living room" sessions at Elvis' request. He was 73. Yet, with that heavy work load in addition to his busy tour schedule of personal appearances and the occasional appearances with the Elvis Lives stage show (designated a Guinness World Record as the first tour that was top-billed by a non-living performer. Charlie (Hodge) would call from time to time to see how I was doing. 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. These stories begged the question about Sumners opinion as to the claim that Elvis staged his death in August of 1977. dressed him and I asked J.D. Having served his denomination as Minister of Music, Evangelist and Pastor, Donnie is presently involved in an inter-faith, multi-media music ministry presenting CONCERT OF PRAISE under the banner of SPIRIT MINISTRIES. Boomerocity.com is a website dedicated to the cultural interests of the Baby Boomer Generation. J.D. Reality is home, church and friends'. So they were the only songs completed by Elvis, although 'Voice' did record a number of demos at Elvis' insistence. Elvis Australia was founded in 1996 www.elvis.com.au was literally born from the concept of wanting to represent 'Elvis in Australia', so www.elvis.com.au Read more. I was very glad that I had attended. Biography. I have nothing to say about him or his Christian example or his moral ethics. 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. Print Obituary. I have it on that record. As he said in his autobiography, "Gospel music is more than standing on a stage or a way to make a living. Donnie Sumner music, videos, stats, and photos | Last.fm In 1963 James Blackwood purchased a gospel music publishing company from Frank Stamps. Sumner recalled that when he told Presley in 1976 he was leaving to shake his drug habit, Presley said, 'I wish I could do that, go somewhere and start over, but I guess I'll have to keep on being Elvis'. Never before have we seen an Elvis Presley concert from the 1950's with sound. Music and the church had always been part of Donnie's life. email Donnie, aving served his denomination as Minister of Music, Evangelist and Pastor, Donnie is presently involved in an inter-faith, multi-media music ministry presenting. Donnie cleaned up his life and took a long break from performing. I call my work a blind side ministry. ALTHOUGH ELVIS Presley was the King of Rock'n'Roll, he was also a leading gospel singer and he won Grammys for his sacred recordings. Until Now! I hate to say it, but I turned into a stone drug addict'. Blackwood himself was part of another quartet at the First Assembly in Memphis, the Songfellows, and Presley wanted to join. The ceremony was supposed to end with a videotape of one ofJ.D. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Blountstown Obituaries | Local Obits for Blountstown, FL - Legacy.com 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. "My first three years with Elvis was as a backup vocalist. If he were alive, he would still be doing it in some fashion because it wouldve killed him not to do it. Donnie Sumner, "In the Sweet By and By", "The - YouTube Ronnie Sumner's Instagram, Twitter & Facebook on IDCrawl 'I sing fast songs, slow songs, old songs, new songs, funny songs, and sad songs'. Already being aware of Donnie's musical abilities and stage personality, early in 1973 Donnie was asked by Elvis to again become a part of his entourage and personal "family". As a matter of fact, Im debating right now as to whether I want to go to Hawaii in January for that big deal (the 40th anniversary of what is known as the Aloha from Hawaii Concert). Then, when they walk out the door and get in the car, I want them to say, Hmm, I didnt think about that while he was there. If I can do it with a song, Ill do it. Funeral services will be held 11 AM, Friday, September 17, 2021, at Bethany Missionary Baptist Church, in Irwin County, Georgia, with the Rev. J.D. I got saved - came back home. Presley recorded three gospel albums. He was a Glynn County firefighter and a painter. I was curious who, from his perspective, Donnie saw as the typical purchaser of In the Shadow of Kings. Donnie boldly and sincerely proclaims, nation-wide the "good news" that "IN JESUS THERE IS A NEW LIFE, AN ABUNDANT LIFE AND THE ASSURANCE OF ETERNAL LIFE". Hes been going to do this for years and he finally did it. The group's only UK appearance came when they opened for Jerry Lee Lewis in 1980. From time to time Elvis would request that Donnie sing one of his "own" original love songs. I had to ask Sumner if his friendship with Elvis was harmed by his departure or, for that matter, what his Uncle J.D.s reaction was. Then the Stamps sang three songs, including "I Can Feel the Touch of HisHand," my favorite J.D. Wanda Grey Slate Obituary 2023 - Moody Funeral Services Only the big ones. HovieLister, Jake Hess, and James Blackwood spoke about the fun times they hadwith J.D. Thats the best part of the whole piece is if I can help somebody.. J.D. years Donnie endeavored to create a secular music firm in Nashville , Tennessee under the banner of SPIRIT AND ASSOCIATES. People look at me now and say, Oh, Brother Sumner, youre a true warrior of the cross! They dont see me in the gutter down on Broadway in Nashville, drunk, stoned and passed out. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged in, Please refresh your browser to be logged in, 25% off everything with this Red Letter Days discount code, 20 extra entries with this Omaze promo code, 5% off UK Theme Parks using this Attraction Tickets discount code, Up to 10% off Sony Playstation gift cards, Compare broadband packages side by side to find the best deal for you, Compare cheap broadband deals from providers with fastest speed in your area, All you need to know about fibre broadband, Best Apple iPhone Deals in the UK April 2023, Compare iPhone contract deals and get the best offer this April, Compare the best mobile phone deals from the top networks and brands. He was a giant of a man, physically, spiritually, emotionally, and domestically. We were around the piano in Palm Springs, having a good time. As we were close to wrapping up our call, an unplanned question popped into my aging cranium about Sumners involvement in the Elvis Lives shows that occasionally tour the country and the world. It aint gonna be perfect tomorrow but, with Jesus living in ya, it can get better and better and better. This site is sponsored as public resource by the independent funeral homes repesented here. That story and many, many others are shared in In the Shadow of Kings (see the Boomerocity review of it here). He was a member and deacon of Bethany Missionary Baptist Church. I dont do the little ones and I dont go overseas. as members of the Masters V and with Bill Baize they sang "Peacein the Valley." Donnie's uncle, the late J.D. Entering "this and that" (with quotes) into the search form will return results containing the exact phrase "this and that". The story goes that in 1951, Elvis Presley, then 16, walked into the First Assembly of God in Memphis, Tenn., and struck up a friendship with another teenage boy, Cecil Blackwood. 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. Sumner was born May 30, 1947, in Irwin County, Georgia, to the late Leonard & Lois Roberts Sumner. Kenneth Alan Shaw. Donnie was also afforded the honor of having a solo appearance in the Elvis documentary, " ELVIS ON TOUR" in which he was featured on the gospel song, "THE LIGHTHOUSE". During the last three years of Donnie's service with J. D. Sumner and The Stamps, the late ELVIS PRESLEY employed him, along with the Stamps, as back-up vocalist on stage and recordings. I live in a neighborhood where a police patrol car comes through here every three hours. Mr. Sumner was gracious enough to grant a phone interview with me to discuss the book and his post-Elvis life. There were several hundred people inattendance. It was funny. It was when Donnie was singing with the Stamps that they got the call to tour with Elvis Presley. sang represented the man'soutlook on life: "If I can help somebody as I pass along Then my living shall not be in vain. His parents; brother, Donnie Sumner; and sisters, Reba Faye Sumner, Myrtle Tucker, Minnie New, and Mary Murphy precede him in death. Website Design and SEO by WorkSmart Business Solutions. I asked him how the book writing process was for him and if there was going to be a follow-up to the book. In three months, the lead singer quit, and Donnie got a promotion'. I said, Uncle Jake, are you sure that Elvis is dead? He went through all these things. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. 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. For the brief moment that I had met and spoken with him, he struck me as a very kind and gentle man. Donnie Sumner - Tour Coordinator It only took one sentence for Donnie Sumner to describe his career in music'. Sumner and his quartet, the Stamps, had been performing at a theatre in Myrtle Beach. They unloaded tons of recording equipment. My heritage is that of a son of an old-fashioned Pentecostal preacher. I think Im going to try that and then cause their life tomorrow to be better than it was the day before because they had a good time at my program the night before. There's also a private recording from that period, where he sings 'Let Me Be The One' and 'Spanish Eyes'. Both Donnie and J. D. were closely associated with the late ELVIS PRESLEY on both his stage appearances and his recordings. Finally, it all came to a head. Now, Im doing somethin else. OBITUARY: Donnie Lee Culbreath - - Sumner County Source - Facebook It was more or less a social thing for the first few years and it progressed', Donnie said. U.S . I made up this crazy excuse that I just couldnt afford to come up there. 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. But Elvis never forgot Donnie. She was predeceased by : her parents, George H. Thomas and Mary Elizabeth Thomas (Carson); her spouse Carman "C. L." Harrison; and her siblings, Connie Dressback and George H. Thomas, Jr.. She is survived by : her children, Jerry Tucker (Melissa Sechrest) of Sumner and Tasha Legg (Matt) of Sumner; her grandchildren, Destiny, Emily, Jaedyn, Dylan Legg and Tristan Tucker; her sister Joan Lomas of Olney; her boyfriend Donnie Wininger of Sumner; and her nieces and nephews, Wanda Rice, Terri Bailey, Kevin Poland, James Wesley Lomas, Troy Thomas and Timmy Thomas. That was the last time Donnie talked to Elvis face to face. Sherrill Nielsen: That was in Palm Springs. Elvis Presley's songs are unforgettable - they have stood the test of time, especially his singles of the 1950s, a decade in which he had a song at No. 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. (n.d.). They were nominated for Grammy awards with the albums Victory Road (1990) and Peace In The Valley (1991) and they were featured on Tammy Wynette's final album, Inspirational Favourites (1998). Sign Guestbook. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Bill had worked as a Sawyer in Logging, and enjoyed watching Westerns and the Outdoors. Often appear in internet rumors and false news about the death of a famous class that logically affect their family and friends. If we can inspire people to live better lives, we've performed a ministry.". My only desire is to cause somebodys life to be better because I passed through it. 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. Over a period of years, people started calling me sir. Whether or not that was actually the case may be open for debate. Having served his denomination as Minister of Music, Evangelist and Pastor, Donnie is presently involved in an inter-faith, multi-media music ministry presenting CONCERT OF PRAISE under the banner of SPIRIT MINISTRIES. But when we'd sing for him, it was like throwing a bucket of cold water on a fire. September 10, 2021. Im not a scoundrel any more, thanks to Jesus. Since he brought up the end of his life, I asked Donnie what, when hes joined Elvis in leaving this building called earth, he hopes his legacy is and how does he want to be remembered. Sumner's funeral is set for Thursday, on what would have been his 74th birthday, in Nashville. Elvis hired the group, which became Voice, Inc., to be part of his stage show and also to live with him and sing Gospel music for him at night. Shaun (Sherrill) tells the story, 'Elvis had written it on a sheet of toilet tissue and it was for the sum of $100,000 for which we'd travel with him, write songs for his music company, and work with him. Colonel Parker called Elvis and told him RCA wanted a record, in four days he was going to be breach of contract. J.D'.s 'zoom bass' was always a favorite of Elvis, who loved southern gospel music. Entering this not that into the search form will return results containing "this" and not "that". ), Donnie found time to write a book. The afternoon show footage is wonderful and electrifying : Here is Elvis in his prime rocking and rolling in front of 11.000 people. on the Gaither Homecoming videos and thensang "The Star Spangled Banner" with his Gaither Vocal Band. Hes got a great presentation and I really enjoyed it. Elvis Gospel Live, Nashville Elvis Festival, April 2, 2017Dean Z, Jay Dupuis, Bill Cherry, Jeff Lewis, Donnie Sumner Elvis said well I'm not coming there, Elvis said if they want a record they can come here and get it. The Cathedrals then sang two songs. You dont have to put on a football helmet and run at the gates of Heaven. Presley's style of gospel singing was reverential, in contrast to his rambunctious rock 'n' roll vocalizing, but he had a penchant for songs with big endings. 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". Sumner has been a part of my life for almost twenty years and as I wrote in a previous posting, I was fortunate to have met him five years ago. The next morning, I called J.D. Sumner in concert at First Baptist Sept. 4. - Record Herald Instead, you walk away from the King of Rock and Roll. They wouldve never had any financial problems. Willard "Bill" Jean Sumner Obituary - Tribute Archive Because of his various commitments, Sumner was managing, rather than singing with, the Stamps. "The Lighthouse" Gospel Song by Donnie Sumner - Elvis' Gospel Band (The Stamps) High Quality In a way, he was an evangelist'. Need addtional information, permission to use an article/picture, and/or advertise on boomerocity.com. Donnie Sumner is a Southern Gospel singer and songwriter. Donnie Sumner, raised the son of a minister, is no new comer to the world of Christian music. I honestly thought when J.D. He did and was now my youth minister at the church I was an associate at! Donnie Sumner is a Southern Gospel singer and songwriter. I wont go into the personal reasons why I know but J.D. After Elvis's death, Sumner often gave interviews and spoke at Presley conventions. Southern Gospel History - Donnie Sumner After spending time in a couple of different groups, he finally got the call from Uncle J.D. Phoebe R. Harrison Obituary (1952 - 2022) | Sumner, IL - Echovita . Fontana Interview with Charlie Hodge Interview with Ernst Jorgensen Elvis Presley & the TCB Band, Copyright 2022 by www.elvis.com.au & www.elvispresley.com.au, https://www.elvis.com.au/presley/donnie-sumner.shtml. Several grandchildren. J.D. He was a graduate of Irwin County High School and served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Donnie Sumner - Boomerocity. Rock and Roll Magazine / Ezine for the Elvis, naturally, is irreplaceable but so is Sumner; few singers can hit the lowest G on the piano. "MR. SONG MAN" and "I MISS YOU". Bill had worked as a Sawyer in Logging, and enjoyed watching Westerns and the Outdoors. Even if you're not familiar with world of southern gospel, chances are, you've heard Donnie sing. You can hit the bottom in the presidency or you can hit the bottom on skid row. Then Donnie Sumner spoke beautifully abouthis uncle and about his own fight against drug abuse; I don't think therewas a dry eye in the house. said that he would rent a limousine to bring me up there. hi-res2004 Home For Christmas (Image Records/SM-1204): The Christmas Story (as read by JD Sumner); What Child Is This; Do You Hear What I Hear; O Come All Ye Faithful; Christmas Bells Medley; Away In A Manger; Birthday Of A King Medley; The First Noel; Silent Night; Joy To The World; I'll Be Home For Christmas; The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year; White Christmas; Home For Christmas. Donnie Sumner currently lives in Hendersonville, TN; in the past Donnie has also lived in Lebanon TN. He introduced gospel music to a secular world. I was aware that, among the things that keep the sixty-nine year young singer very busy was his recording studio and production work. During the last three years of Donnie's service with J. D. Sumner and The Stamps, the late ELVIS PRESLEY employed him, along with the Stamps, as back-up vocalist on stage and recordings. For Engagements Contact: It dont matter where youre at when you hit the bottom, the bottoms the bottom no matter where its at. 1 albums ('56-'59). His mother took him occasionally, and he knew the basics of Christian teaching, but he was otherwise 'religiously illiterate', Sumner said. "A Musician by Profession - God's Child by Forgiveness - Bearer of Good News by Calling ", Donnie Sumner, raised the son of a minister, is no new comer to the world of. A NEW BEGINNING It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Phoebe R. Harrison of Sumner, Illinois, born in Olney, Illinois, who passed away on May 7, 2022, at the age of 70, leaving to mourn family and friends. recitations, "The Farmer and the Lord," but gospel pianist Eva MaeLefevre got up and unfortunately spoke rather incoherently about her ownlife. The interviews of Elvis' Parents are well worth hearing too.
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