Seth John Sumrall 77, a resident of Morgan City passed away peacefully Sunday, May 27, 2012 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
During his many years of battling serious illness, Seth was a champion for his family by displaying courage and a feisty attitude until the end.
Seth was born on May 21, 1935 in Olivier, Louisiana the son of Thomas Erving Sumrall and Inez Alleman.
Seth had a sharp wit and tremendous sense of humor. He loved telling stories to anyone that would listen. He was an avid bridge player and reader; he also loved listening to music, traveling and playing golf. Seth was a family man who was an excellent provider. He cherished spending time with his granddaughters.
He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his loving wife of 56 years, Jackie Sumrall of Morgan City; three daughters, Rachel Sumrall Jett, Angela Bergeron and husband Darren, Kelly Sumrall and fiancé Ryan Taylor all of Morgan City; one son, Christopher Sumrall and wife Anna of Houma; five granddaughters, Hayley Sumrall, Abby Bergeron, Shelby Bergeron, Ava Taylor, Brooke Lyn Taylor; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Erving Sumrall and Inez Alleman Sumrall; two infant daughters, Robin Anita Sumrall and Mary Gerianne Sumrall; four sisters, Lilly Gros, Inez Molbert, Estelle Hebert, Peggy Cote; two brothers, Thomas Sumrall Jr., Richard Sumrall; and other special relatives, brother-in-law, John Kern Sr.; nephew, George Gros; and aunt, Jenny Sumrall Hebert.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 31, 2012 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Greg Fratt officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass on Thursday at the church. A rosary will be prayed at 10:00 a.m. Seth will be laid to rest in the Morgan City Mausoleum.