JD Sumner was born on the 19th of November, 1924. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. He and the Stamps recorded and toured with Presley as his backup singers through most of the 1970s. The service beganwith a recording of a recent composition of J.D. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/6975/jd-sumner. Time and again, Elvis would ask him to repeat low notes. I wish someone would have video or cassette taped it I'd lve a copy. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Sumner eventually heeded Elviss advice, got the help he needed to quit drinking, and turned his life around for the better. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. He was also the founding force behind the National Quartet Convention. "[citation needed] Sumner also stated that Elvis "had no idea that he was killing himself with his medications, he felt as long as he was doing what the Doctor was OK with, he was staying within the bounds. Resend Activation Email. A system error has occurred. 's face, I did not approach the bier. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. The band also had a longtime relationship with President George Bush and performed at his funeral a few years ago. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Try again later. They also appeared on stage in March at New Yorks Radio City Music Hall for Elvis--The Concert, with Presley projected on the screen behind them. Careless Love: The Unmaking of Elvis Presley. Sumner wrote more than 500 gospel songs for the group, which this year was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. He was 73. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. The gospel singer JD Sumner died at the age of 73. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. 232K views 8 years ago John Daniel "J. D." Sumner (November 19, 1924 - November 16, 1998) This interview was shot November 12, 1998 just 4 days before his death. May 2, 2016. Presley hired Sumner & The Stamps as his back-up singers in 1971. "I knew Elvis from the time he was 14, and all I ever saw him drink was one glass of peach brandy. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Elvis said on several occasions that Sumner was his favourite gospel singer and when they were together, it was Elvis who was in awe of him. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. When new obituaries are added. 1 on iTunes Charts, 36 songs, no apologies: Morgan Wallen delivers more (much more) of what made him countrys king, David Lindley, guitarist best known for work with Jackson Browne, dies at 78, Desperate mountain residents trapped by snow beg for help; We are coming, sheriff says, Newsom, IRS give Californians until October to file tax returns, Before and after photos from space show storms effect on California reservoirs, Aaron Carters mom posts awful photos from death scene, pushes for homicide inquiry, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckinghams rocky relationship: A timeline of love and war, Billie Eilishs phone is now internet-free: Im like: Ew! Born on Christmas Eve, 1927, the last of twelve children born to Stovall and Lydia Hess. These include The Old Country Church, Crossing Chilly Jordan, He Means All The World To Me, Inside The Gate, and Lord, Teach Me How To Pray.. If we can inspire people to live better lives, we've performed a ministry.". The same folks serenaded his casket at the end. Their double album, Live at Murray State University, released in 1974, is considered one of the greatest gospel recordings. A graveside service for Gilda will be held Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at Mount Carmel Zorida Brooker, age 74, of Brooklyn, New York passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023. A native of Lakeland, Fla, John Daniel October 8, 2022 at Sumner Regional Medical Center. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? [4] J. D. and The Stamps opened for Jerry Lee Lewis in 1980 in the United Kingdom, the Stamps only overseas performance. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. He began his musical career as pianist for the Dixie Melody Boys and then The Oak Ridge Boys. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Skylite Records, Heartwarming Records, Masters Records, This page was last edited on 15 February 2023, at 07:47. 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. Learn more about managing a memorial . During his stay with the Blackwood Brothers, Sumner and James Blackwood helped to establish and promote the National Quartet Convention, the largest annual showcase and festival of Southern gospel music. Sumner stated, Jake Hess took gospel music from the dirt road, paved it, and broadened it into a four-lane highway by forming several groups and launching his solo career. He was predeceased by : his parents, Robert and Elizabeth. 73-year-old Sumner was found dead of a heart attack in his hotel room in Myrtle Beach, SC. He was popular for being a Gospel Singer. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Add to your scrapbook. Howard Lax. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Presley was an avid fan of Southern Gospel music and groups such as The Blackwood Brothers and The Statesmen Quartet. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? The Stamps sprang to international acclaim when they performed and You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Sumner with his buddy Elvis Presley. 's, led the congregation in the 23rd Psalm. In the early 1940s, Sumner joined the Georgia-based Sunshine Boys. Millions of people watched his funeral live on television from other places throughout the United States. While still singing with the Blackwood Brothers in 1962, Sumner took on the added responsibilities of managing the Stamps Quartet, developing them into one of the top gospel groups in the country. This is a carousel with slides. Association (GMA) and was co-founder of the National Quartet The chapel committal tipped in a very religious direction; Presley was a man of faith, and this is trueloved nothing more than to sing gospel with friends until dawn. Verify and try again. The group's only UK appearance came when they opened for Jerry Lee Lewis in 1980. In addition to singing, managing, and promoting, Sumner found time during his busy career to write hundreds of gospel songs. Learn more about merges. What did Disney actually lose from its Florida battle with DeSantis? Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? J. D. Sumner can be heard as the ultradeep way on down on Elviss 1976 recording of Way Down, which was Presleys last released single before his death on August 16, 1977. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. individual in 1983 and was I also inducted as a member of JD Sumner [citation needed] The quartet was headquartered in Tampa, Florida and was sponsored by the Dixie Lily Flour Company. Frank Breeden, president of the Gospel Music Assn., called Sumner an industry pioneer and gospel music legend and said that by continuing to perform until his death the singer truly devoted his life to furthering gospel music., Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Daisy Jones & the Six becomes the first fictional band to hit No. Sumner and the Stamps, as they were known, performed with Presley from 1970 to 1977, and Sumner sang at Presleys funeral in 1977. Sumner's] son-in-law, and he said that J.D. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. J. D. Sumner of the Stamps Quartet talks about Elvis. Find the obituary of Scott D. Sumner (1966 - 2021) from Goshen, NY. covered me up. 's, "God Still Lives inThis Ole House." Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, Larry Strickland Interview at Elvis2001.net, From Memphis to Vegas / From Vegas to Memphis, Elvis Sings The Wonderful World of Christmas, From Elvis Presley Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee, Amazing Grace: His Greatest Sacred Performances, Command Performances: The Essential 60s Masters II, Suspicious Minds: The Memphis 1969 Anthology, The King of Rock 'n' Roll: The Complete 50's Masters, From Nashville to Memphis: The Essential '60s Masters, Walk a Mile in My Shoes: The Essential '70s Masters, Peace in the Valley: The Complete Gospel Recordings, The Frank Sinatra Timex Show: Welcome Home Elvis, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=J._D._Sumner&oldid=1139462719, Articles needing additional references from May 2014, All articles needing additional references, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles with unsourced statements from July 2022, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. Tony Brown. The same folks . [1], Later in 1949, J. D. Sumner left the Dixie Lily Harmoneers and moved up to Atlanta, Georgia, where he joined the Sunshine Boys. Flowers are gratefully declined, however a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project in his name is appreciated. 's voice earned him a Grammy, a spot in the GMA Hall of Fame and in the Guinness Book of World Records for the lowest bass voice. John Daniel Sumner (November 19, 1924 - November 16, 1998) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and music promoter noted for his bass voice, and his innovation in the Christian and Gospel music fields. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. He was found dead of a heart attack in his hotel room in Myrtle Beach, SC. He (Presley) would fire you for using marijuana, he detested cocaine, and barely approved of me drinking. Oops, something didn't work. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Please try again later. The Stamps recording of J. D.s original composition The Old Country Church, from 1971. I thought you might like to see a memorial for J.D. In his later years he enjoyed performing at the Gaither Homecoming concerts. time performing with the Sunshine Boys and the hugely popular "[citation needed] Presley's death hit Sumner hard and The Stamps sang at Presley's funeral and Sumner credits Presley with saving his own life by intervening with his own alcohol use. The Sunshine Boys 1989 with J.D. Sumner page Return to Home Page, Willie Nelson and Friends Museum | Nashville Souvenirs | 2613A McGavock Pike | Nashville, TN 37214 | 615-885-1515, 2023 Willie Nelson and Friends Museum and General Store. Elvis relaxed by singing gospel favourites and, fortunately, an impromptu jam session with the Stamps was recorded in 1972. . As he said in his autobiography, "Gospel music is more than standing on a stage or a way to make a living. 7 Sherman Ave, Corinth, New . He is survived by : his siblings, June Moran (Darren), Thomas, James (Jenny) and Karen Brandt (Stephen); and his nieces and nephews, Robert, Michelle, Jonathan, Elizabeth, Mackenzie and Peter. The Stamps can be heard on most of the records Presley made from 1972 to 1977. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. I wouldn't be on the road as much as I am, staying away from my family, if it were not so. Resend Activation Email. He and James also founded the Gospel Music Association, in 1964. The lack of prejudice on the part of Elvis Presley had to be one of the biggest things that ever happened, said Sun Records founder Sam Phillips. Born on Christmas Eve, 1927, the last of twelve children born to Stovall and Lydia Hess. Los Angeles, Travis Scott is sought by New York Police after alleged assault and criminal mischief, Travis Barkers finger injury delays Blink-182 tour: One of those freak accidents, The timeless creativity of De La Soul, now (finally) available for the streaming generation, Court orders Kodak Black into drug rehab after rapper allegedly tests positive for fentanyl, Dreamville just announced its 2023 festival lineup and now everybody wants a ticket. Jake was Elvis' all-time favorite singer. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. They often worked in Memphis where Sumner befriended the young Elvis Presley, sneaking him into the concerts when Elvis could not afford the 50 cents admission. J. D. sang with the Blackwood Brothers Quartet from 1954 until 1965. BELCHER, Harvey Leon "Sonny" Mr. Harvey Leon Belcher (Sonny) of Covington, GA entered eternal rest on February 14, 2023. Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina, USA. He later spent Failed to delete memorial. Aside from his incredibly low bass voice, Sumner's business acumen helped promote Southern Gospel and move it into the mainstream of American culture and music during the 1950s and 1960s. 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 was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall Of Fame as an Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Terms of Use |. Photo by: https://ocregister.com. By this, he meant the way that Sumner would run down the scale and bottom out on the lowest note he could hit. He always stressed the positive side of Presley's personality and never admitted that Elvis took anything other than prescription drugs. Sumner sang at Presleys funeral in August 1977. Sumner, who was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1983, died Monday of a heart attack in Myrtle Beach, S.C., where he had gone to perform with the Stamps. recorded was "If ICan Help Somebody." Sumner's. Create New Account. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Sumner (6975)? Their regular bass singer, Richard Sterban, soon left to join the Oak Ridge Boys. also sang with Elvis Presley as backup along with "The Sunshine Boys," "The BlackWood Quartet," and "J.D. Then the Stamps sang three songs, including "I Can Feel the Touch of HisHand," my favorite J.D.