Obituaries
Mr. David Prichard Sumners
08/21/1935 - 02/20/2026
Mr. David Prichard Sumners, aged 90, died on February 20, 2026 in Boydton, Virginia. He was a farmer, Korean War Veteran, and electrical engineer. An avid reader, David was known throughout the community for his humor, love, and generosity. He is survived by daughters Nancy Sumners of South Carolina; Elisabeth Upton (Bland) of Virginia; granddaughter Caitlin McClelland (Jonah) of California and grandson Caleb Upton of Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ora Prichard and James Warren Sumners, Sr. and brother James Warren Sumners, Jr. He will be cremated, and a memorial service will be held at a later date near his home in Ratliff, Mississippi. He was of the Primitive Baptist persuasion. He left this world with no unfinished tasks. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Sumners family.
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Belated condolences
I just learned today of Mr. Sumner’s passing from Robbie. I only knew him from driving Mother out to visit occasionally, but I always enjoyed the visits and David’s wit.
Please accept my deepest condolences.
Sending love and support to Nancy, Liz and the rest of his family. He left this life knowing, without a doubt, that he was loved. May he rest in peace.
I am so sorry for your loss. David wrote the most entertaining letters on far flung topics. He would send Mother letters, and we all wanted to read them. He was a good story teller as well. I still remember the Uncle Mony and the mule story. The world will not be as interesting with David gone.
We are so sorry. You were a good daughter to take care of your dad. We are praying for you and your family.
Liz and family – so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Long Talks
RIP David
I will miss our long talks about the military and History…
My ferind for long timd