Percy Raymond Gumm, 88, of Hemphill, Texas passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at his residence.

Percy was born on November 22, 1933 in Glenmora, Louisiana to Percy Preston Gumm and Ella Mae Mannin. He was a member of the US Marine Corp serving in the Korean War.  He worked as a Chemist for Petroleum Refineries. Percy was an avid fisherman. When it was time to hang up his rod and reel, he enjoyed playing video games.

He is survived by his wife, Rosemary Kathleen Gumm of Hemphill, Texas; son, Joel Raymond Gumm of Hemphill, Texas; grandchildren, Derek Gumm, Jordan Gumm, Ashley Stephens, Dasia Phillips, Marsha Gumm and Joel Gumm, Jr.; great grandchildren, Brenna Stephens, Greyson Stephens, Colston Gumm, Ryker Gumm, Kaylah Phillips, Ezrie Phillips, Peyton Kovach, Everitt Kovach, Addy Kovach and Mac Kovach.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Shelia Dianne Gumm; and sister, Cybil Havens.

A Graveside service will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Westlake Memorial Park Cemetery in Westlake, Louisiana with Bro. Floyd Wright officiating.

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