Obituary: Nelson Ross Owens Summerall Sr.

Nelson Ross Owens Summerall Sr., 63, died April 28, 2015.

He was born Oct. 13, 1951, in Fort Myers, Florida.

Nelson loved to fish, write poetry and paint.

Nelson was preceded in death by his loving parents, Albe and Opal Summerall; and sister, Marlene.

He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Joyce Summerall; Samson and Al; children Nelson (P.A.), Nelson Jr., Angela Summerall Barker, Joanna, Kimmie, Sabrina, Joseph and Christopher, of Orlando; two brothers, Dan (Cindy) Summerall and Fred Summerall; one sister, Marzie Smith, of Winter Garden; 25 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

Gone Away

An angel whispered take my hand and come

with me, your work here is done.

I went away to a place where there’s no

tears nor sorrow, only laughter and smiles,

there will always be a Tomorrow.

As I love amongst the clouds, I’ll look down

and smile upon you, while the angels

sing a heavenly song.

I am not alone,

all who went before are here

they awaited my return.

I know you’ll grieve

and wish I was still here

I am here in the memories

you hold dear.

Remember how much I love you

and know I took your love with me

I did not wish for you to cry nor feel sad.

My pain is gone, and I am Free!

Soon you’ll come to me

until then

God will be with you

Just as He’s with me.