Christopher "Columbus"

Sumpter

Christopher "Columbus" Sumpter, son of the late Clarence Sumpter and Elzilene (Barton) Sumpter, was born on April 2, 1928, in Buick, Missouri. He departed this life at his residence in Imperial, Missouri, on June 3, 2025, at the age of 97.

On April 3, 1953, in Black, Missouri, Columbus was united in marriage to Eula Mae Volner and to this loving union four children were born. Eula preceded him in death on October 17, 2023. Columbus enjoyed hunting, fishing, and making a garden. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.

Columbus was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers, Ogie, Emmitt, Thedford, Lexie, Ovie, and James Sumpter, and three sisters, Frieda Stallings, Retha Orick, and Eva Campbell.

Columbus is survived by one son, Ricky Sumpter of Shiloh, Illinois, three daughters, Phyllis Davis and husband Ricky of Imperial, Missouri, Rhonda Giles and husband Kevin of Mt. Olive, Illinois, and Patricia Corbin and husband Mike of Dupo, Illinois, 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Columbus will be deeply missed by his family and friends who will mourn his passing.

Visitation: Monday, June 9, 2025, 5-8PM at McSpadden Funeral Home, Bunker, Missouri

Funeral: Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 11AM

Minister: Pastor Audrey Sumpter

Burial: Smith Cemetery

In Lieu of Flowers: Donations can be made to the family

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Home, Bunker, Missouri