Donald S. Sumpter

Donald S. Sumpter, age 78, of Sullivan, MO, passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at Meramec Nursing Center in Sullivan, MO. 

Don was born on July 22, 1939 to Donald and Estelle (Easter) Sumpter, in Bonne Terre, MO. He was married to Mary Lou Alfred for over 20 years. He was employed by MFCO and retired from there. Don was a life member of B.A.S.S. and member of North American Fishing Club. He was also a 30-year member of a Michigan Moose Lodge. 

Donald is survived by one son, Damon Sumpter and wife Paula of Sullivan; one daughter, Rhonda Barsch of Bentonville, AR; three brothers, Richard, John and David Sumpter, all of Sullivan; one sister, Betty Enloe of Sullivan; 3 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. 

Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou Alfred Sumpter; his parents, Donald and Estelle E. (Easter) Sumpter; three sisters, Zorra Spindler, Elizabeth “Zipper” Kline and Delpha Bacon and infant granddaughter, Kimberly Danielle Sumpter. 

It was Mr. Sumpter’s wish to be cremated. No services will be held. 

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home of Sullivan and Bourbon, MO.