Richard Stephen Sumerall

Richard Stephen Sumerall passed away on Saturday September 10, 2016. He was the first born in Fort Myers Florida to the late Anne and Richard Sumerall of Fort Myers. He graduated from Fort Myers High in 1967. He was drafted in 1969 and served in the Vietnam War. He received a National Defense Service Medal, Bronze Star, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and a Purple Heart. He earned a Bachelors’ degree in Business from Edison State College. “Boy Howdy, Fishing was his main mission.” He is survived by his wife of 48 years Linda Sumerall. His daughter Rebecca Ellis and two granddaughters Sydney and Andi Ellis. His two brothers Mike Sumerall and spouse Bonnie, the late Phillip Sumerall, Randy Sumerall and spouse Sabina. His Aunt Mildred Whitten of Fort Myers.

Even after life knocked him down hundreds of times he got up. He chose to live his with gratitude and a smile even faced with, what many would call a dismal and unbearable situation as a quadriplegic for 45 years. He always had a joke and tried to look on the bright side of every situation. He wanted to live and “went on his merry way” boating and fishing. “Boy Howdy” we are grateful for all the crazy memories and funny situations that came our way. Thank you for the journey and we love you and we will miss you very much.

In Lieu of flowers and a service, Steve wanted everyone to take the day off and go fishing.

Journey of life together us three

Unbearable pain, but so much glee

In our hearts you will always be

Until again together us three

Arrangements under the direction of Coral Ridge Funeral Home & Cemetery, Cape Coral, FL.