Mikel Sumlin Obituary

There isn’t a single bowling game I’ve played since then that I don’t think about Mikel. Miss you bro. -aj

I miss this guy !!! Love you all sumlin Family ...

Coach Mike, this is Blank, Don's oldest son. I would like to extend my prayers and thoughts to you and your family. Mike was a great guy, and I will never forget us and the times we had together playing football and you coaching us. May God look after you. With love,



Donald "Blank" Blankenship III

To The Sumlin Family,

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. This is all so hard to believe. I do apologize for not being able to reach you sooner, but I have been trying to contact you, and I will keep you in my prayers. I love you all as much as I love Mikel, and he will never be forgotten. If theres anything I can do for you, Im only one call away. God Bless You.

Our family would like to express our deepest sorry and symphathy for your unexpected loss. We will be praying for you and your family. In these trying times we need to let God give us the strength to lean on him. As Christians we know that to be absent from the body is to be with the Lord and we will see all our love ones and relatives again one day.

Dear neice, nephew, and family

We are praying for you. I know the Lord is going to see you through. I know what it is like to loose a dear loved one because the Lord took us through and he will do the same for you. Stay encouraged and look to Jesus! God is our refuge and strenght, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1

~Love always~

Hello I want to let you'll know I might just be a kid but I will always love you'll forever and remember the great memories we share. I didn't really know Mikel but I still know he's apart of my family so I love him and want everyone to know that my love and heart is with you'll. God Bless everyone and I miss you JoAnn!!!

Aunt Joeanne, Uncle Mike, Cousin Tara I just want to let you know im deeply sorry for the lost of your love one and my cousin. He will be deeply missed and always remembered Take care and if you need anything fill free to call me. Your Newphew

Auntie Joann, Uncle Mike, and Tara, I love you guys. I will forever miss Mikie. I loved him so much. His memory will forever remain alive in my heart, as I know it will yours.

JoAnn, Mike and Tara



Mikel will always be in our hearts. We will always have those memories that will make us laugh. We love you and you are in our daily prayers.



Love your brother Ricky and Teresa

Cousin Joann, Mike and Tara, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. May God peace and strenght rest upon your family.

My prayers are with you. May God and your wonderful memories sustain you through this time of sorrow.

Our prayers are with you and your family. We will be here if for you. Take care and GOD BLESS you and your family.

I want to encourage your hearts

We are all lifting you in prayer

We love you Joan and family

In heart,your Pope family is right there.

Although I did not know you, I feel the family's pain and loss for a love one. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May God embrace Mikel's Soul in all Holiness. I pray for strength in the family and may God continue to bless you all. Donald, Carla, Ashtria, & Doniecia

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow and may you find comfort in knowing that we are praying for you.

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.

Joann,Mike,Tara (Tee)

Our hearts goes out to your family during this time of sadness.Mikel was taken away from us,but no one can take away our memories of him. His smile, his laughter,and most of all his love for family, friends and neighbors lives on. You're in our prayers and always remember to take each day one step at a time and GOD will take care of the rest.

May you take comfort in Revelation 21:4

Michael, Joann, & Tara, our hearts and prayers are filled with love for you and your family in your time of sadness. Mikel is with God now and he has finally met his Grandmother Dorothy and is with his Uncle Mike, Grandparents John & Francis Sumlin waiting to meet all of us again. What precious Angels you have to watch over you. God bless you all. We love you. (Uncle David & Dorothy Briers Johnson)

This all seems like a bad dream. I'm in shock. It feels like I have lost a brother also. I said in your other sign in before i found this one but i'll say it again how i wish i could be there in some way and take some of your pain away. although we grew up well and learned that Mikel will be in a happier place i know it still hearts. i love you guys and you are in our prayers. My grandparents also send their love. Please stay strong for eachother. we love you god bless you sarah

Mike, JoAnn and Tara,

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

We pray that God give you all the strength and couarge in your time of loss.

Jo, Mike and Tara,



You are all in our thoughts and our prayers. Please take some comfort in knowing that Mikel is watching over you all. He touched all of our hearts and he will never be forgotten. We love you.

MAY GAD BLESS YOU MICHARL,JOANN & TARA

LOVE ALWAYS

(UNCLE)

CHARLIE (PAT)

COUSIN JOANN AND FAMILY, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF LOSS.GOD WILL GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO ENDURE AND TO REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES. REMEMBER THAT GOD IS ALWAYS WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED.

We would like to send our deepiest sympathy in the loss of your love one. May God bless your family and keep them strong in times like this.

I am so sorry for your loss. The Sumlin family remains in my prayers.

My you find comfort in God who will cover through this process. I will be praying for you and your family.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

May God be with him and His sprits in our Hearts

Uncle Marcellus, Aunt JoAnn, and Tara, you are in our thoughts and prayers and please know that "The Weevil" will always be loved and remembered. We love you very much. Jill and Andi

To The Sumlin Family:

You are in my prayers. May God bless all of you.

We would like to express our heartfelt sympathy to the Sumlin family. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace during this time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.

God Bless All of You,

Harold and Carol Littlejohn

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family durning this difficult time. Stay encouraged.



Sincerely,

Erica Fox and Family

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Tears & Laughter are such healing emotions when they are put together. That is what we have experience together this week while talking about Mikel. Nothing can take away your memories of your Baby Boy. I pray that each day brings your family comfort of remembering the times you had with him on earth. God Bless you. Mikel we Love you.

Joann, Michael, & Tara. I know that this time seems very dark but as each day goes by I hope that the memory of Mikel will bring light into your world. When I close my eyes I can still see his face. We'll see him again.......Mikel, please watch over us! Love ya Man

May God Bless you and your family during this time.

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

Mrs Sumlin,

God will lift your heavy heart, for he is there right from the start. Lean on God in times of hurt and pain, and seek comfort in knowing that someday, you'll meet again.

JoAnn - My heart aches for you. Please know that your Air Force family strongly stands behind you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. We did not know Mikel but if he was anything like his parents, we know he was a kind, loving, giving person. My God be with you all.

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

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ms Sumlin, Your comm family at Pope Air Force Base has you in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless Mikel, he was a gift to this world and is now in heaven.

On my way home to be with my loving Father and family and friends who proceeded me.

On my way to eternal happiness in the grace of the the Lord.

Those who I leave behind, you will never be forgotten.

My life and love will rest in your hearts and memories, I will never cease to be.

Though I am not present in body, my presence is unending and peace is fulfilled.



Inspired with fondness and in full respect to Mikels family and friends.

My memory of Mikel is of a young boy with laughter in his heart and joy in his spirit. This will live on forever. I pray for spiritual healing for all the family members. I ask that the Lord place a hedge of protection over all the family during this time of loss. Seek him and you will find comfort. Mikel will be missed, but never forgotten. God bless

Thinking of you with a prayer that God will refresh your heart and lift your spirit in a new and wonderful way.

To The Sumlin Family:

You are in our prayers and memories. May God bless all of you and get you through these times, I know what it's like to loose a love one so soon. Mikel is with God now and will watch over and smile upon you forever.



From: Donald Johnson, Carla Jacobs, Doneicia Johnson, Ashtria Jacobs, and Naya Johnson

Joann, Michael, & Tara....Hold onto your beautiful and fun memories of Mikel (which will last forever).



My heart and prayers are with your family. Please know that we are always here for you.

Jo,Mike & Tara,

Much love and courage to you all at this time of loss and bereavement. You are all in my prayers, heart and thoughts.

Affectionately & Always

Ronica (Briers)

Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness.



Curley Briers

My beloved baby boy...forever in my heart and memory. I love you dearly...always, forever



Your cousin,

Marchelle (Pebbles) Briers