Leamon Eugene Sumerel, age 87, of Spruce Pine, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Brentwood Retirement Community.
Leamon retired from Reynolds Metals after 38 years. He was a member of the Gravel Hill Church of Christ. He enjoyed his farm and his garden work. He loved to hunt and fish, especially with his friends and grandchildren. He was a lifelong Belgreen Bulldog fan attending many sports events over the years. He also loved Alabama football.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Shellie Hester Sumerel; and parents, Willard & Inez (Rickard) Sumerel.
Leamon leaves to cherish his memory, his daughters, Tilda Sumerel, Ginger Sumerel Guinn (James); grandchildren, Ashley Guinn Burchell (Adam), Braxton Guinn (Katie), Casey Guinn Stewart (Trace); great-grandchildren, Adley, Ellynn, and Liles Burchell, Luke & Sadie Kate Guinn, Brady & Annaliese Stewart; and a host of friends and cousins.
The visitation will be 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Spry Memorial Chapel, with the funeral service following at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel. Burial will be at Franklin Memory Gardens. The pallbearers will be friends and family.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Brentwood Retirement Community staff, Hospice of North Alabama; Cottage of the Shoals; and Amedisys Home Health for the love and care shown to our family.
Spry Memorial Chapel assisted the family. To have us sign the book for you, please free to call or to leave private condolences, please visit our website at www.sprymemorialchapel.com.
