The two formed a strong relationship. Sumner sang at Presley's funeral in August 1977. 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 eventually heeded Elviss advice, got the help he needed to quit drinking, and turned his life around for the better. The King recorded and toured with the all-male Stampsas well as the female vocal group Sweet Inspirationsfor the remainder of his life. Sumner, who was inducted into the Gospel. We are committed to protecting your privacy. On stage, Elvis would liken Sumner's voice to a B-52 bomber - and that was a compliment. Elvis heard a record by the Stamps, liked it very much, and invited the group to join him on stage - if Sumner was singing with them. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. He died while he was touring. Add to your scrapbook. When Masters V broke up in 1988, Sumner put the Stamps back together. Cecil Blackwood joined at the same time to replace his brother R. W. on baritone. On Thursday, November 19, 1998 at 3:00:00 AM UTC-5, AlwysElvis wrote: After all these years without our precious J.D., I'd love an audio copy of his funeral service, (edited, of course). 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! Terms of Use |. Sumner to handle the funeral service at Graceland in Memphis. Connect with Cross Rhythms by signing up to our email mailing list, Cross Rhythms 1983 - 2023 Sumner with his buddy Elvis Presley. An album released by J. D. and the Stamps after Elviss death, Elviss Favorite Gospel Songs, was nominated for a Grammy in 1978. In 1956 the Blackwood Brothers Quartet found national acclaim when they won Arthur Godfrey's television talent show. [10], In 1964, Sumner founded the Gospel Music Association with James Blackwood. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. 1069357, Noel Richards: Talks about stadium worship and the road to Berlin, For more on J D Sumner & The Stamps visit the J D Sumner & The Stamps artist profile, Two HeartsOne Song: The Musical Journey Of J D & Donnie Sumner - An Audio Biography. This browser does not support getting your location. The Dignity Memorial online obituary search tool gives you access to obituaries from thousands of locations across North America. radio, training, contemporary Christian music and a globally Like so many Southern singers of his generation, he sang in church from an early age, and when his voice broke he became the bass singer with the Sunshine Boys. Try again later. J. D. disbanded the Stamps in 1980. He and James also founded the Gospel Music Association, in 1964. Search above to list available cemeteries. Earlier. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. I thought you might like to see a memorial for J.D. An album released by J. D. and the Stamps after Elvis's death, Elvis's Favorite Gospel Songs, was nominated for a Grammy in 1978. John Daniel Sumner was born on November 19, 1924, in Lakeland, Florida. Elvis hired J. D. and the Stamps as his full-time backup singing group in late 1971. Learn more about managing a memorial . The last lines J.D. Sumner, the deep voice who can be heard prominently on Elvis's posthumous chart-topper, "Way Down". Failed to remove flower. Gospel Music Is My Life. Learn more about merges. Site Map | The deal included the brand name, the Stamps Quartet, and Sumner developed this, transforming a little-known group into one of America's leading white gospel groups. Sumner was inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame as an individual in 1983 and with the Stamps earlier this year. J. D. Sumner was born on November 19, 1924 and became the Blackwood Brothers bass vocalist in 1954. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. also sang with Elvis Presley as backup along with "The Sunshine Boys," "The BlackWood Quartet," and "J.D. Elvis on stage in the 70s performing How Great Thou Art with J. D. and the Stamps and the Sweet Inspirations. We have set your language to Before the ceremony began, the coffin was open and although Icould see J.D. She married Joel T. Compton, Jr. in April of 1980, and he preceded her in death on July 14, 2014. See More Obituaries. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Sumner sang in five quartets and was a member of the Blackwood Brothers during their 1950s heyday. He often referred to Sumner as his favorite gospel singer. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Sumner recalled that Presley had missed a concert one month, and Sumner inquired why he did not attend. He remained with the Blackwood Brothers until 1965, when he left the Blackwood Brothers Quartet and became the bass singer with the Stamps, creating what would be forever recognized as J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. As a special gift to J.D. In any newspaper and Legacy.com. When new obituaries are added. George Younce, bass singer forthe Cathedral Quartet, told several funny stories of how J.D. At Elvis's funeral, the obituary was written byJackie Kahane. Make sure that the file is a photo. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. ). To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Please try again later. They were booked for Elvis In Concert at Wembley Arena in January 1999 in which Elvis's backing musicians and singers will accompany a video of Elvis singing. 's funeral yesterday. Loving father of Giovanni, Catherine and Audrey A Tumbarello, age 82, of Brooklyn, New York passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023. Oops, something didn't work. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Website by Lovably. In 1993, Jake retired from gospel music and moved with Joyce to Columbus, Georgia, to be near Becky and her family. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Sumner, Grammy Award-winning gospel singer known for his work with the Stamps Quartet, a backup group for Elvis Presley, has died. They left in 1971 following a dispute over pay with Elvis's manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Masters V was awarded a Grammy in 1981 for Best Traditional Gospel Performance. ALTHOUGH ELVIS Presley was the King of Rock'n'Roll, he was also a leading gospel singer and he won Grammys for his sacred recordings. Association (GMA) and was co-founder of the National Quartet Try again later. The Many Moods Of The Illustrious J.D. El-Hajj Malik Shabazz, also known as Malcom X, was assassinated in 1965 and had a famous funteral in Harlam, New York. Please enter your email and password to sign in. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Sumner, the displays and exhibits youll see at the WillieNelson and Friends Museum honor other country music legends including: Leave J.D. [citation needed]. It doesnt take much research to be reminded that Presley was a mercurial, violent, paranoid man at the end. cemeteries found in Juniper, Marion County, Georgia, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. composition. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. By clicking 'Send comment' you consent to Cross Rhythms storing and processing your personal data. We might think Lady Dis death initiated the blanket of bundled flowers on the ground in homage, but Presley got all that, and good gospel music from his best collaborators and backup singers. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Born John Daniel Sumner in Lakeland, Fla., Sumner began singing with his local church choir at age 8. Oops, we were unable to send the email. 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. A visitation for Aleksandr will be held Monday, February 27, 2023 from 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM at Nevsky Zoya Belakovskaya, age 76, of Brooklyn, New York passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023. He always stressed the positive side of Presley's personality and never admitted that Elvis took anything other than prescription drugs. After Elvis's death, Sumner often gave interviews and spoke at Presley conventions. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. George Richey spoke of how J.D. Sumner and the Blackwood Brothers performing Hide Me, Rock of Ages, showcasing J. D.s bass vocals. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Born in Lakeland, Florida, became inspired to sing after hearing Frank Stamps perform. Convention. 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. wasimpressed by their arrangement of the song.) For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. L.H. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Jake Hess (8236839)? I wouldn't be on the road as much as I am, staying away from my family, if it were not so. J. D. Sumner first sang with The Sunny South Quartet from 1945 to 1949. Elvis, naturally, is irreplaceable but so is Sumner; few singers can hit the lowest G on the piano. During shows, Elvis sometimes asked J. D. to repeat low notes that he especially liked. After fifteen minutes, most of the congregation left while she wasspeaking. J.D Sumners Funeral Services? He was predeceased by : his parents, Robert and Elizabeth. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Alan Kendall. Vernon Presley and gospel base singer J. D. Sumner sketched out the order of service. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. A visitation for Alena will be held Wednesday, March 1, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Nevsky Yablokoff Zoya Porotsky, age 83, of Brooklyn, New York passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023. There was an error deleting this problem. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Public Figure. [4] J. D. and The Stamps opened for Jerry Lee Lewis in 1980 in the United Kingdom, the Stamps only overseas performance. The two singers struck up a friendship that would last the rest of Elviss life. October 8, 2022 at Sumner Regional Medical Center. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). JD Sumner and The Stamps performed the song When It's My Time with Bill Blaize singing tenor. Elvis Presley had used a former gospel group, the Jordanaires, on many of his hit recordings. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. In 1963 James Blackwood purchased a gospel music publishing company from Frank Stamps. As he matured, Sumner developed a phenomenal bass voice that enabled him to reach a double low C on the music scale and landed him in the Guinness Book of World Records as the worlds lowest bass singer. recitations, "The Farmer and the Lord," but gospel pianist Eva MaeLefevre got up and unfortunately spoke rather incoherently about her ownlife. Sumner was a close personal friend of Elvis Presley, whom he met when Elvis was only a teenager. . Skylite Records, Heartwarming Records, Masters Records, This page was last edited on 15 February 2023, at 07:47. Millions of people watched his funeral live on television from other places throughout the United States. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet, which led to him becoming a member of Elvis Presley's TCB Band during Elvis' last three years. After the Stamps Quartet disbanded in 1980, Sumner with Hovie Lister, Jake Hess, Rosie Rozell, and James Blackwood formed the Masters V as a special consolidation of members of the Blackwood Brothers Quartet and Statesmen Quartet. ONE OF the father figures of Southern Gospel, JD Sumner died on By this, he meant the way that Sumner would run down the scale and bottom out on the lowest note he could hit. Sumner agreed and the Stamps Quartet joined Elvis in November 1971. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. on the Gaither Homecoming videos and thensang "The Star Spangled Banner" with his Gaither Vocal Band. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Absolutely Gospel. Elviss last released single, Way Down, highlighting J. D.s deep voice from 1976. Telephone 615-885-1515 -- Open 7 days a Week - 9:00 am until 7:00 pm (Fri-Sat-Sun) and 9:00- 6:00 pm (Mon-Thu). I thought you might like to see a memorial for Jake Hess I found on Findagrave.com. 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. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. 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. Select boxes below to reduce the number of results. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. A system error has occurred. Sumner page Return to Willie Nelson Museum page, Leave J.D. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Shortly after Elvis's death, Sumner and the Stamps released a tribute album, Elvis Has Left The Building (1977), and there were two further albums, Elvis's Favourite Gospel Songs (1977) and Memories Of Our Friend Elvis (1978). Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Contemporary gospel singerMark Lowry told some funny stories about his six-year friendship with J.D. HovieLister, Jake Hess, and James Blackwood spoke about the fun times they hadwith J.D. The Sunshine Boys 1989 with J.D. 73-year-old Sumner was found dead of a heart attack in his hotel room in Myrtle Beach, SC. The ceremony was supposed to end with a videotape of one ofJ.D. 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. and the National Quartet Convention. He helped establish gospel music as mainstream American music. with George Younce and others. He sang a beautiful song comparing Jesus to aship's captain. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Sumner sang in five quartets and was a member of the Blackwood Brothers during their 1950s heyday. Gospel music executive BobWhitaker and former Stamps pianist and current MCA Nashville presidentTony Brown said a few words. You can search by first or last name, state and publication date. Resend Activation Email. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Photo by: https://ocregister.com. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Minna was born in NY. Remembered for his extremely deep bass voice, Sumner rose to fame as a member of the Grammy-winning Southern gospel groups The Blackwood Brothers and the Stamps Quartet and went on to become a backup vocalist for "King of Rock and Roll" Elvis Presley. Sumner also wrote and recorded a tribute single to his friend titled Elvis Has Left the Building in 1977. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/8236839/jake-hess. 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. But in 1963, he became the leader of the long-standing Stamps Quartet, which propelled him to lasting recognition. He was popular for being a Gospel Singer. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Cross Rhythms is a UK registered charity no. An old friend J.D. "He (Elvis) helped saved my marriage, my health, my career, and ultimately, my life. Sumner wrote more than 500 gospel songs for the group, which this year was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Presley was an avid fan of Southern Gospel music and groups such as The Blackwood Brothers and The Statesmen Quartet. he stood inside the music of black Americans. The white gospel music of the day was akin to country music crossed with barbershop quartets. Bill Gaitherspoke about working with J.D. When Elvis Presley passed away August 16, 1977, Presley's father Vernon personally asked J.D. BELCHER, Harvey Leon "Sonny" Mr. Harvey Leon Belcher (Sonny) of Covington, GA entered eternal rest on February 14, 2023. Attending the funeral were, Priscilla, Lisa Marie, Vernon and Minnie Mae Presley, Chet Atkins, Caroline Kennedy (who represented Rolling Stone Magazine) Ann-Margret with her husband Roger Smith, Col Tom Parker, James Brown, Charlie Hodges George Hamilton, Ginger Alden, Linda Thompson, Sammy Davis Jr. There was an error deleting this problem. The service beganwith a recording of a recent composition of J.D. attack in his hotel room in Myrtle Beach, SC. Elvis relaxed by singing gospel favourites and, fortunately, an impromptu jam session with the Stamps was recorded in 1972. Said Sumner: "I have never seen a man suffer as much or grieve as much as he did at the loss of his mother.". A graveside service for Howard will be held Monday, February 27, 2023 from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM at Beth Israel. Failed to delete memorial. Sorry! Resend Activation Email. He died on November 15, 1998 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA. At the end of "Nearer My God To Thee", Elvis says, "I was singing bass, but J.D. In his later years he enjoyed performing at the Gaither Homecoming concerts. Funeral Mass will be conducted on Friday, October 14, 2022 at 1:00 P.m. at Our Lady Of The Lake Church with Fr. Early in his gospel career, Sumner met a high school student named Elvis Presley, who was a huge fan of gospel music and often attended gospel concerts. 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. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? His lifelong relationships with women and girls (he started grooming Priscilla when she was fourteen) were manipulative, abusive and dysfunctional. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Julie Ann Compton, age 59, of Sumner, Illinois passed away on Sunday, February 05, 2023 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. Failed to report flower. Create New Account. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Privacy | This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. He was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1984. 's face, I did not approach the bier. Howard Lax. [J.D. They were nominated for Grammy awards with the albums Victory Road (1990) and Peace In The Valley (1991) and they were featured on Tammy Wynette's final album, Inspirational Favourites (1998). Millions of people watched as the funeral train passed. He studied harmony at the Stamps-Baxter school, sang with his brothers and organized vocal groups around northern Alabama. Jake credits it for saving his life. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. GREAT NEWS! He was 73. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. J.D. In 1949, Sunny South manager Horace Floyd relocated the quartet to Orlando, but Sumner stayed behind in Tampa where he maintained the sponsorship and started a new group, the Dixie Lily Harmoneers, which he sang with for a few months. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? In addition to singing, managing, and promoting, Sumner found time during his busy career to write hundreds of gospel songs. Interment will take place in . He also formed the National Quartet Convention, which became the biggest event on the Southern gospel calendar. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Try again later. Try again later. The public . Sumner and his group were always in demand for annual observances of Presleys birthday in Memphis and state fairs across the country. There is a problem with your email/password. Elvis in an impromptu gospel session with J. D. and the Stamps in the 1970s. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He was 73. Try again later. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. GREAT NEWS! based on information from your browser. 500 compositions to his credit. Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina, USA. Densmore Funeral Home Inc - CorinthUnclaimed. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? JD Sumner Biography. That year, too, he started a new version of The Statesmen, but a year later a doctor ordered him off the road for health reasons. '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. "[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. J.D. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. "J.D. Sumner credited Elvis with saving his career, his marriage, and his life, noting that Presley frequently urged him to get help for his alcoholism. In his later years he enjoyed performing at the Gaither Homecoming concerts. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. A native of Lakeland, Fla, John Daniel Sumner wrote more than 700 songs including the following: (Under the Name "J.D. Sumner began his career with the Sunny South Quartet. Sumner (6975)? Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Learn more about managing a memorial . To use this feature, use a newer browser. Densmore Funeral Home Inc - Corinth. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of J.D. He also sang on such Presley hits as Burning Love, American Trilogy and Way Down.. ). Family members linked to this person will appear here. John Daniel Sumner, nicknamed Jim Dandy or J.D., was born in Lakeland, Florida in 1924. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. By 1971, Sumner had had enough success to write his autobiography, Gospel Music Is My Life. Sumner and The Stamps"), (Under the Name "Ed Enoch and Golden Covenant"). "[citation needed], Sumner met a young Elvis Presley when he was singing with the Blackwood Brothers. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Southern gospel legend J D Sumner dies aged 73 ONE OF the father figures of Southern Gospel, JD Sumner died on November 16th 1998. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Sumner, Grammy Award-winning gospel singer known for his work with the Stamps Quartet, a backup group for Elvis Presley, has died. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. also sang with Elvis Presley as backup along with "The Sunshine Boys," "The BlackWood Quartet," and "J.D. Malcom X: New York City, 1965. In 1991, Bill Gaither launched his "Homecoming" gospel video series. Weve updated the security on the site. New email address ada@ls.net (LSNET) Keeping the Faith with ELVIS,Allen, Either email addresses are anonymous for this group or you need the view member email addresses permission to view the original message, If anyone knows any info as to who attended J.D's funeral, who sang at it, who, You do not have permission to delete messages in this group. Year should not be greater than current year. 0 cemeteries found in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, USA. A visitation for John will be held Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at M.J. Smith Sons, 255 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC.