Carl H. Brumfield
91, Kokomo
Funeral services were held at noon on Thursday, July 27, 2017, at Magee’s Creek Baptist Church for Carl H. Brumfield, 91, of Kokomo, who died on Sunday, July 23, in Collins. Interment followed Darbun Cemetery. The Rev. Glenn Nace, Dr. Robin Brumfield and the Rev. Kenneth Roberts officiated at the services. Visitation was held from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 26, at Colonial Funeral Home and from 11 a.m. until the time of the services on Thursday, July 27, at Magee’s Creek Baptist Church.
He was born June 11, 1926, in Walthall County to Jessie and Pearlie Magee Brumfield and graduated from Marion-Walthall School in the Darbun community. After serving in the United States Navy, he was a dairy farmer for over 50 years. As an active member of Magee’s Creek Baptist Church, he served in various roles including deacon. Also, he was very proud serving others as a Mason and a Shriner.
As an avid Rook player, he was a faithful member of the Darbun Rook Club for over 30 years. Participating in and attending sporting events was one of his greatest joys. His children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren could depend on his attendance and compassionate support at their sporting events. He was their biggest fan.
Above everything else, he loved his family. Carl and his wife of 45 years, Carolyn, were the family’s foundation. Their true love and commitment to each other and to others made an example for all to follow. During his declining years, his loving wife devoted herself tirelessly and cared for him unwaveringly. He took his role as patriarch to heart. He enjoyed spending time at family gatherings, playing games, celebrating holidays, and traveling to see loved ones. Carl loved his family and friends dearly and will be missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Iris Brumfield; his parents; sisters, Sarah Daughtry and Margaret Buckley and brother, Carey Brumfield.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Brumfield of Kokomo; four daughters, Amarylis Attix (Skip) of Hattiesburg, Debbie Rinkle (John) of Columbia, Dawn Brister (Doug) of Jayess and Belinda Gonzalez (Michael) of Southaven; four sons, Carl Darryl Brumfield of Sandy Hook, Jeff Harvey of Tylertown, Joe Harvey (Kathy) of Columbia and Steve Harvey (Patrice) of Denver, Colo.; 17 grandchildren, Todd Pounds (Denea), Trey Pounds (Julie), Jolie Thrasher, Dawn Martin, Lara Anderson (Tommy), Charity Nace (Chris), Jessica Middleton (David), Brittaney Harvey, Leah Harvey, Kristie Crump (Jeremy), Thomas Joe “T.J.” Harvey, Jordan McNabb (Chance), Amelia Harvey, Millie Johnson (Daniel), Demi Zimmerman (Tyler), Channing Gonzalez and Chase Gonzalez; 27 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Pallbearers were Todd Pounds, Trey Pounds, T.J. Harvey, Channing Gonzalez, Chase Gonzalez and Chris Nace. Honorary pallbearers were the Darbun Rook Club.
Family prefers memorial donations to Veteran Outreach, 15 Pritchett Dr., Collins, MS 39428.
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Colonial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
