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Maliciah V. "Cuda" Sumter N. CHARLESTON - The relatives and friends of Mr. Maliciah V. "Cuda" Sumter, and those of his wife, Mrs. Pamela M. Sumter; those of his parents, Mr. Maliciah Sumter, Sr. and Mrs. Ruth Sumter; those of his daughter, Ms. Asia Sumter; those of his grandson, Little King Anthony; those of his brothers, Mr. Randy (Sharon) Sumter, Mr. Anthony (Donna) Sumter and Mr. Zwaski (Lavon) Sumter and those of his aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends are invited to attend his home going service on Saturday October 24, 2009, 12:00 Noon at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, 7936 Rivers Ave. North Charleston, SC; Rev Dr. Augustus D. Robinson, Jr., Pastor. Interment will follow at Johnson Cemetery, North Charleston, SC. Mr. Sumter will repose this evening at Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The family will receive friends from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.hiltonsmortuary.com. Arrangements announced by HILTON'S MORTUARY, INC. 1852 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston, SC, 29405; 843-554-2117. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 20 to Oct. 23, 2009.

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Alechia McFadden-McWilliams

October 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Theolanda Williamson

October 28, 2009

We all have nothing but good memories of this guy. I will always remember Fred Astaire with style, because that is what he had. He was always the same. To his family, you know how i feel about you guys. Stay true to god!!!!.

Don McWhorter

October 27, 2009

To the Sumter family. We are sorry to hear about your loss of your beloved Cuda, (husband, father, son, brother and friend). We will keep your family in our prayers doing your time of sorrow. Keep your focus on the Lord he will provide comfort during your time loss and pain.

October 27, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about (cuda) I will remember his unique smile, I am glad to have had the pleasure of being in his presence on Murray Hill and at Garrett, May God keep you all in this time.
Cynthia Jordan(San Diego, CA)

angela ferrell

October 24, 2009

To the Sumpter family ,I am deeply sadend by the lost of Maliciah my prayers go out to your family. But always remember look to the hills from which cometh our strength. I can only remember those old days on Murryhill.Cuda and his bright smile. May God be with your family in this time of need. Angela Platts Ferrell Kingsbay Ga

Earline Burgess McQueen

October 24, 2009

May God keep your family in there time of need. Sorry to hear of your loss.

Mable Thompson

October 24, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Demetirus R Stafford

October 24, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Tamethia Stafford Brown

October 24, 2009

Sorry to hear of your father,s passing my thoughts and prayers are with you and your mom

Mamie Stafford

October 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Renee Sumter-Hayman

October 24, 2009

Daughter of Willis F Sumter of Somerset, New Jersey.

Renee Sumter-Hayman

October 23, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Wanda and son Kristoff Reese

October 23, 2009

To Mrs. Pamela M. Sumter and family I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to all of you during your time of bereavement. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.

Felicia Nelson

October 23, 2009

Randy, Anthony and to the Sumter family, may God strengthen you in your time of sorrow. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.
Felicia Nelson Cathron

Rachel Taylor Adams

October 23, 2009

My deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire and extended family on your loss.

Rena and William Davis & family

October 23, 2009

To Ruth,Railey and sons,
I know that your heart is heavy and the tears are still coming but count it all joy to have raised a wonderful son and brother. The Lord makes no mistakes and he adorns his garden with the most beautiful flowers. Vince is no longer in pain but resting in the arms of the Lord. Family weeping may endure for a night but JOY comes in the morning. Vince rest in peace. We all loved you but God loved you best.

JAMES CONNOR

October 23, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Brigitte Fordham-Mitchell

October 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ron Busby

October 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 23, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Sumter Family. Cuda has touched all of our lives in one way or the other. We will definitely miss him.

Friends from the Dorchester Waylyn Community

Eleanor Gillins

October 23, 2009

I am deeply sorry for the Sumter Family lost. Cuda was a fun loving guy who could make anyone laugh. Life moves so quickly and we must enjoy each other in the moment. "Thank you". Cuda for those childhood moments.

May God continue to hold and keep all of you through this time of grief.

Chili Shaheed

October 23, 2009

Ruth Sumter and Family

At this moment, when our eyes are filled with tear and our hearts are filled with sorrow and the pain is so deep. But the comforter will come and there will be joy, because earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal.

Your sister-sister
Chili

Mark Feaster

October 23, 2009

To Pam and The Sumter family,

I pray that God gives you peace and strength thru this time. I only saw Vince occassionaly in the last few years but every time we did run into each other, he had that big ole smile on his face. We always had a good laugh, remembering the past, the good old days.
I am glad that I got to see you and spend a little time with him on friday.

Keeping you and the family in my prayers.

?Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.? Psalm 55:22

?Sing unto the LORD, O ye saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness. For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.? Psalm 30:4-5

October 23, 2009

To Mrs.Ruth and the family, my condolemces to all of you, but know that he is in Jesus arms free from all pain . But know that everyone's life that he touched he left a great impression, because that was Vince(my macaroni) Deborah Murray

deborah prioleau

October 23, 2009

Mrs.Ruth Sumter snd family Vince is in jesus arms now, but know that he made an everlasting impression on every one he met in this life Esp me and thank you for allowing me to have him in my life and my family we loved him dearly.
rest in peace Mr. Macaroni
Deborah Murray Prioleau
Charleston, S.C

October 23, 2009

The Sumter family
The loss of someone so close is
difficute to bear. we share your grier.
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David PHILLIPS & family No. Brunswick NJ.

October 23, 2009

TO THE SUMTER FAMILY: OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. KEEP LOOKING TO THE HILLS, THE SUN WILL SHINE IN THE MORNING. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOUR FAMILY.

THE LINEN FAMILY
(MURRAY HILL)

Elveta Belton-Cobbs

October 23, 2009

To Ruth, Ralley and family, Earth has no sorrow what Heaven can't heal. God saw his child was tired so he took hm home to rest. To be absent in the body is to be presence with the Lord. May you have peace knowing you made his last days on earth the best you could do. My prayer is with your family.

October 23, 2009

Words can not express the sorrow and pain we are feeling. Although, you were in severe pain. "You kept the faith and fought a good fight" God promises never to put no more on you than we can bear. Maliciah was a good patient and what a joy it has been taking care of him.

Arnetha Desaussure-Drayton
MUSC

Naomi Grayer-Robinson

October 23, 2009

To Ruth and the entire sumter families,know that God is too wise to make a mistake.weeping may endure for a night but Joy comes in the morning.My thoughts and prayers are with you in these trying times.

Naomi Grayer-Robinson

October 23, 2009

To Ruth and the entire Sumter families.Know that God is too wise to make a mistake.weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.My thoughts and prayers are with you in these trying times.

October 23, 2009

Randy and the Sumter family, May God be with you in your time of sorrow. Your family are in my prayers now and always. Felicia Nelson Cathron

DARLENE & RONALD MACK

October 23, 2009

THE SUMTER FAMILY: OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW..
WITH SINCEREST SYMPATHY THE MACK FAMILY

Debra Nathaniel-Roberts

October 22, 2009

To the sumter family,please know that you are not alone,god is with you. That cuda was a special friend to all the nathaniel family and we will miss him dearly.
Debra Nathaniel-Roberts

Curtis Hazelton Sr.

October 22, 2009

To my brother/friend man what is it not to say about you that in my coming up on Murray Hill You,Elliot,Hillary,Curtis W. was teaching us to be as we are today Men umong men and dude you've impacted my life in ways that I'm glad I had a friend/brother like Waski,Anthony, and Randy had.For you have lived,loved and been loved... Now go and have a good time with god. Love you man. To the Sumpter family God bless you all.

Elizabeth Mckelvey edwards

October 22, 2009

To Pamela Sumter and family

I pray that the comfort of God will surround you and give you strenght during your time of bereavement. Remember, he will never leave you alone. God is a good God, and he will see you through your trials...
God bless!

October 22, 2009

To the Sumter family,(Zwaski)
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
(Psalm 23:4)
May God bless you all in this time of sorrow,your family is in our prayers!

Cassandra Hunsucker & The Hunsucker Family

Guy Douglas

October 22, 2009

So sorry to about Cuda's passing. He lived life to the fullest. I will remember his smile and the fun we had growing up playing basketball on Murray Hill. Rest and peace my brother.

Leroy & Brenda Middleton

October 22, 2009

To Naomi & Family,

We pray you will find comfort in knowing God said he would never leave us nor forsake us. You are in our prayers.

ERNESTINE RAVENELL&FAMILY

October 22, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Tonya Frasier-Walker

October 22, 2009

To the Sumter Family:
I pray God's peace for your family.

October 22, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
may God bless this Family

Alice Grayer-Gadsden,N.Chas.S.C

Annie V Lee and Family, Murray Hill Section

October 22, 2009

To Ruth and Family:

We express our deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Beth Geathers-Solomon

October 22, 2009

To Railey and Ruth:

I was saddened to hear of the loss of your son, Vince. Be comforted in knowing that "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". Be not dismayed, God will take care of you. Be blessed!

Keena Johnson

October 21, 2009

To the Sumter Family:

My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. I was suprised when I got the call that Vince passed away. I will never forget his smile and charming personality.

Robin Robinson

October 21, 2009

To Mrs. Ruth Sumter and the Sumter family:

Keeping you and your family in pray during this time of sorrow, sorry for your loss. (Virginia's daughter)

Cynthia Fraizer

October 21, 2009

To the Sumter family:

Your family has my deepest sympathy.

Virginia Martin

October 21, 2009

To the Sumter family:

My pray and deepest sympathy goes out to you.

Darnell Sheppard

October 21, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

October 21, 2009

To Pamela Sumter and family:

For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ (2 Corinthians 1:5)

Old co-worker, Carolyn Bellman and family (cousin to the mother-in-law)

Derrick Gates

October 21, 2009

Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories. To my brother Zwaski and the entire Sumter Family. The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

October 21, 2009

With deepest sympayhy.Vince will be greatly missed.


David Finley & Family

October 21, 2009

Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories. To my brother Zwaski and the entire Sumter Family. The loss of someone so close is very difficult to bear. My prayers are with u during this time of sorrow.

ROSLYN TILLMAN

October 21, 2009

TO MY FAMILY THE SUMTER'S
I LOVE YOU ALL

" VINC" AS WE ALL KNEW HIM,
WILL BE MISSED DEEPLY AND REMEMBERED ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS AND MAY OUR MEMORIES BRING US COMFORT.

FROM HIS COUSIN ROZ AND FAMILY

October 21, 2009

My prayers are with you doing this time of bereavement.




Mary L.Bryant-Johnson

Ann Simmons

October 21, 2009

May God be with you and your family. Cuba was a well known person and he will be missed.

October 21, 2009

To the Sumter Family,

As you go through your season of grief
May the word of God continue to be a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your path.

You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Elder Josephine Prioleau-Richardson
James Island, SC

Hillery Douglas

October 21, 2009

I was sad to hear that Cuda had passed away. We shared many times as kids and teammates. My prayers go out to the family and I am better for having had Cuda in my live.

Ramona Rhodes

October 20, 2009

To the Sumter family,
Cuda, as we affectionately knew him will be missed. He touched everyone with his smile and personality. I'm honored to have been a part of his life. Rest in peace Cuda.

Emeree Waring

October 20, 2009

My prayers are with your family.Vince was a real fun person to work with and be around god bless.

Sheila Henry

October 20, 2009

God will supply all of our needs according to his riches in glory. Put your hands in Gods hand. He is the only one that can comfort you.

October 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Sumter family. Gary and Tracy Gadson

October 20, 2009

I saw Mr. Sumter as a consultant physician at MUSC. I was touched by the friendliness and kindness of Mr and Mrs Sumter, and wish to extend my condolences to the Sumter family. Thank you for allowing me to enter your lives, if only for a brief time.

Paul Rousseau, M.D.
MUSC

Leroy and Marvil Gadsden

October 20, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

PauletteGadsden- Backmon

October 20, 2009

Ruth and Raily,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

October 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Robert & Cheryl Pratt

October 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sumter family. To Pam and Asia, stay strong and always remember that God is in control.

Mary Martin Wright

October 20, 2009

TO Z AND LAVON THE ENTIRE SUMTER FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL. KNOW THE GOD IS STILL IN CONTROL. REMEMBER THAT TO BE AbSENT IN THR BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD..

Ron Singleton

October 20, 2009

My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. Vince will be missed, but he is in a better place now. Vince kept a smile on his face and always kept his friends smiling as well. He was one of the best co-workers and friends I have ever known. Thanks for the good times.

RoCheryl Pratt

October 20, 2009

To my Auntie Pam, Cousin Asia, and Godson King, it may be difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, let the good memories past days comfort your tomorrow and days to come. Have peace in knowing that he is still with you all in spirit. I love you Auntie Pam, Asia , and King.
Love,
Ro

MARIE EDWARDS

October 20, 2009

Mr.Sumter,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family doing the lose of your love one.cuda your smile will be missed. from Paul,Marie,Renee the Simmons family.

Michael <knox> Grant & Family

October 20, 2009

I am lost for words right now, Vince and I have been joined at the hip ever since high school, my linebacker buddy and partner in crime. Sometimes we question gods intentions, but yet we know, he never makes a mistake. To the Sumter family Mr. and Mrs. and the boys, thanks for giving us the privledge to share your son and brother with us. The world is a better place now that Cuda has passed through!!

L Annette Van Hannegeyn

October 20, 2009

Ruth and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.

L Annette Van Hannegeyn and family

Edward Logan

October 20, 2009

My sympathies to "Cuda's" family on his passing. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

olivia (libby) haynes-carter

October 20, 2009

To our dear family know that you are in our prayers during this time of bereavement. Know that earth has no sorrows that Heaven cannot heal. God will sustain you during this tough time. We are just a phone call away. We love you in Jesus name.

Louise Haynes & family, (Levy, Carter, Cobbs, Hawthorne, Manigault families).

Nicole Jefferson

October 20, 2009

May God comfort all of you in your time of grief! Remain strong. God bless! Sheldon and Nicole Jefferson.

Robert & Theresa McKelvey

October 20, 2009

Pamela & Asia

As the days and weeks pass, and as you both return to life's routine, may you all continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. God bless......

Ann (Harlen) Tobin

October 20, 2009

So sorry to hear of Cuda's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 20, 2009

My prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal." I speak strength and peace that surpasseth all understanding to the family. GOD's grace and peace be upon you.
Evangelist Tammy Cobbs Denis

Barbara Nathaniel

October 20, 2009

My prayers extends to the sumter family with deepest regrets.He will truly be missed as a dear friend,and most certaintly has a devoted father and loving son.May god's grace and mercy comforted the sumter family during this midnight hour,but know that joy comes in the morning.May god bless you all with a peace that surpasses all understanding.in jesus name,amen.To my dear friend from highschool thru our adult age may you rest in peace.Barbara Nathaniel Duffy

keith A. Mcfadden

October 20, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

valerie mcfadden chavis

October 20, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Lenora Holmes

October 20, 2009

What I remember most about Mr. Sumter was his integrity. He was a man of great integrity. May God comfort you doing your time of bereavement.

Vanessa Sinclair

October 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Clarence & Angela M. Rattley & Family

October 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Theresa Hamilton

October 20, 2009

I send my deepest sympathy for your lost. Vince will be missed. He was always the same every time I saw him. Hold on to God's unchanging hand. And always remember, Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. I love you all and God bless.

Sharon "Nette" Griffin Manigault

October 20, 2009

Mrs. Ruth Sumter & Family,

"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal". God will comfort, keep and strengthen you during this difficult time.

Cuda was a wonderful person with one of the biggest smiles. He'll always be remembered for his kindness.

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this your time of bereavement.

With deepest, sincere & heartfelt sympathy in your loss.

Love,

Sharlena Carson

October 20, 2009

May God keep your family during your time of sorrow.

Leslie Sinclair

October 20, 2009

I will never forget your silly laugh that made me smile. I will never forget your contagious smile. i will never forget that talk we had for a lil while. I will never forget you Cuda. Your classmate, Leslie Mills Sinclair.

Diane Martin Roque

October 20, 2009

I have wonderful, funny memories of Cuda, beginning in elementary school. I remember his bright smile and his great sense of humor. As dark as today may seem to you, please remember that there will be brighter days ahead. Please cling to that hope as you work through this difficult time.

Leslie Cummings-Howell

October 20, 2009

Words cannot express how surprised I was to see a former classmate/church member,here in this paper.My heart goes out to this family.Hold on to the Lord.

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