Roy “Sonny” Cummings marched, most likely out of step, through Heaven’s gates on November 9th, 2026. Sonny was known as a grumpy bear with a heart of gold and was quick to help a friend in need. He served proudly in the US Navy as a Seabee during both the Vietnam Era as well as Operation Desert Storm. During his service, Sonny earned the rank of Chief Petty Officer and was highly respected by his battalion. He could make anything with his hands from racecars to delicate jewelry. Sonny was an outstanding storyteller and could entertain a room with the tales of his adventurous life. Sonny is meeting his parents, brother, and sister in heaven. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-seven years, Jeannie. He is also survived by his son and daughter-in-law Chris and Ashley Cummings, daughter Joanna Law, and adopted son and daughter in law Richard and Sarah Dacus. He has three devoted grandchildren, Austin and Ava Cummings and Andrew Law. Sonny is also leaving behind countless friends and people he has been a father figure to over the years. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation to the Ben Atchley State Veterans Home. We will forever be grateful for the wonderful care Sonny received there.
Family and friends will gather to honor the life and legacy of Sonny on Friday, November 13, 2026 at Meridian Baptist Church, 6513 Chapman Highway, Knoxville, TN 37920, with a receiving of friends from 4:30pm to 6:30pm, with a memorial service to follow at 6:30pm, Rev. Michael Martin to officiate the service.
