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Willie Bell Sumler

02/21/1936 - 04/25/2023

Obituary For Willie Bell Sumler

The funeral services for the late Mrs. Willie Bell Sumler, who departed this life on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Crisp Regional Hospital in Cordele, Georgia, will be held on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. from the Zion Hope Baptist Church in Ashburn, Georgia. Burial will follow in the Westview Memorial Cemetery in Ashburn, Georgia. Services may be viewed Facebook Live from the "Shipps Funeral Home" Facebook page or by clicking the Video Stream link on this site's Home Page.

Willie Bell Sumler was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Ethel Green on February 21, 1936 in Sylvester, Georgia.

Willie Bell was a very hard worker and wore many hats to include working at Turner County High Cafeteria, Ashburn Healthcare Nursing Home and retiring from Coats & Clark.

Willie Bell was an active member of Evangelistic Tabernacle Family Outreach Center of Vienna, Georgia under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Arthur West. Throughout the years she has served faithfully as a Praise Team member, Choir member, and Sunday School Superintendent.

“Mother Sumler”, as she was affectionately known was regarded for her spirited personality. She was outspoken, yet nurturing; strong, but delicate.

Mother Willie Bell Sumler took an angel by the hand on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Crisp Regional Hospital in Cordele, Georgia, and entered Eternal Rest. She was preceded in death by her parents Tom Green and Ethel Green; one child, Jeorline Daniels; four grandchildren, Dewayne Sumler, Raymond Lane Jr., Jalisa Lane, Shakonica Crockett; seven siblings, Johnny Green, Jessie Bell Revely, Bertha Mae Thomas, T.J. Green, Robert Green, Emmitt Green, Annlee Green.

Willie Bell leaves to cherish her memories her loving children, Johnny Ferguson of West Palm Beach, Florida, Lorene West (Arthur) of Arabi, Georgia, Frank Daniels (Bernice) of Albany, Georgia, Walter McElroy (Leslie) of Fitzgerald, Georgia, Charlie Mae Sumler of Griffin, Georgia, Barbara Lundy of Dothan, Alabama and Raymond Lane, Sr. of Ashburn, Georgia; her beloved siblings, J.W. (Ethel), Gene, Elijah, George, Wessie Mae, Catherine (Johnny), Quincy, Aretha, Jamel, Joe, Tom, Jody, Rose and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.


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Darriel A Ellis sent Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment for Willie Bell Sumler - April 27, 2023

Loving Mother and Beautiful Spirit.

Reflecting on the memories of Mother Willie Bell brings us joyous thoughts. We will miss her so much as we remember her with love. Robert & Audrey Cromer, Tifton GA

Our prayers are with you all! May the God of all grace & comfort give you peace and strength during this time and so forth.

- Katrice Gates

To the family Mother Sumler was a very sweet person and will be truly missed. We're praying for y'all strength in the days to come. Love Bro. Norris and Min. Gloria Westbrook Mathis

I am so sorry for your loss First Lady from sister Evette akins I love u and so sorry for ur loss jecoliah say she love u and sorry for your loss we r praying for you and your family

My deepest sympathy to the family- Diversified Resources

Mother Willie Bell was so loved and adored and had a contagious smile. She will be missed but will live on in our memories of love. I Hope Church Tifton GA. Bishop Alice Williamson, Pastor

My heart dropped to hear of your leaving us. My deepest sympathy to the family. You were so dear and special. RIP.... Brenda Terrell

Prayers Are With You All.. May God Give You All The Strength... Rest On Miss Willie Bell...

Ms. Willie Bell will be greatly missed by our staff here at Allways Caring Home Care. May God be with her family and friends during this difficult time.

Allways Caring Home Care of Tifton Ga.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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