JACK WILLIAM CUMMINGS

Jack William Cummings, 75, of Gainesville, MO passed from this life into the arms of Jesus on December 27, 2012 at the Gainesville Health Care Center in Gainesville, Missouri. He was born on June 7, 1937 in Tulsa, OK, the son of Robert C. and Lucille (Gray) Cummings.

Jack worked as a Real Estate Broker in Tulsa, Oklahoma before he retired in 2000. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He loved anything to do with woodworking, gardening, being outdoors and listening to gospel music. He was an enthusiastic cheerleader for Danielle and Rebekah at their softball and basketball games. The family would like to thank the staff 5 th floor at Baxter Regional Medical Center, Dr. Valach, and the staff at Gainesville Health Care Center for their excellent care.

Jack is survived by his wife of 15 years, Edwina, daughters Rebekah and Danielle of Gainesville, sons Jack, Steve, Danny, Cameron and Jace: daughters Christi, Montana, and Candace; 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild; brothers Robert and Don and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to a favorite charity or the Alzheimer's Foundation of America on line or @ 322 Eighth Ave. 7 th Floor New York, New York 10001 or Crohns and Colitis Foundation of America on line or at the Crohns and Colitis Foundation of America National Processing Center, PO Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007-9976 would be appreciated.

Cremation services provided by Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, MO. A memorial service is planned for January 13 @ 3:00 @ Clinkingbeard chapel in Gainesville, Missouri with Brother Gale Wooten officiating. On line condolences may be made to www.clinkingbeardfuneralhome.com.