Stanley F. Sumner, Jr., 76, of Pittsfield, unexpectedly passed away on September 19, 2014 in Osceola, FL Born on October 20, 1937 in Stamford, VT, the son of Ruth Witto Sumner and Stanley Sumner Sr. He was educated in Vermont schools. He entered the military at 18 as part of the Army Air Borne. After the military he entered the workforce. Stanley was a long distance professional truck driver for 46 years, covering 48 states from coast to coast. He was self-employed for many years but also drove for other trucking companies, hauling everything from cattle to lumber. He was a mentor and respected by many truckers as he had a very reliable driving record of getting the job done. At the time of his death he was working for KSM Enterprises in Bondsville, MA. Stanley enjoyed hunting when he was younger, country music, yodeling, playing the guitar, harmonica and singing. He had an infectious smile, a twinkle in his eye and a wonderful sense of humor always finding a way to make people laugh. He loved spending time with family and friends. He is survived by the love of his life of 36 years, Bertha Shaw; a loving daughter, Dawn Powell, of Shelbourne, MA, five sons; Kirk Sumner of Missouri, Ricky Sumner of Buckland, MA, Glen Sumner of Monroe, MA, Rodney Sumner and Clint Sumner of Pittsfield. A sister, Linda Brown, of Ocala,Florida, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, including the lights of his life, Haily (Zep) and Savannah (Chobani) Sumner along with several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three brothers, Harold, David and Paul Sumner. A gathering of friends and family will be held on October 25th at the Polish Falcons Club, in Pittsfield from 2-6pm. Donations may be made in his memory to Moments House, 34 Depot Street, Suite 301, Pittsfield, Ma, 01201.

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