Helen Jane Sumpter (nee King) 90 years old went home to be with the Lord on April 17, 2015. Helen is survived by her beloved husband Roosevelt Sumpter and loving son Keith (Top Cat) Sumpter. She is the sister of Sandra McMillan and a host of step daughters, step sons, nieces, nephews, cousins and step grandchildren including Eddie (Pac Man) Edwards.
Helen was owner and manager of several prosperous businesses. Thackery Beverage 1957-1967, Helen’s Deli 1969-1977, Helen’s Superette 1968-2006, Helen’s Market 1972-2007, JT’s Beverage 1978-1987, Helen’s Money Exchange 1990’s, Helen’s Variety 1980’s, Top Cat’s Pub & Grill – presently. Helen was also the mother and co-owner of the E. 97th St. Bulldog football team and cheerleaders for 37 years.
Family will receive friend’s Friday, April 24th from 5-8 pm at THE CALHOUN FUNERAL HOME 17010 LAKESHORE BLVD., CLEVELAND, OH. Service is Saturday, April 25th at 11 am at East Mount Zion 9990 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106 where family will receive friends at 10 am.