Cecil First Jr. Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2024-08-03T14:00:00
End: 2024-08-03T16:00:00
Location: Galatian Missionary Baptist Church

We are sad to announce that on July 27, 2024, at the age of 88, Cecil First Jr. of Louisville, Kentucky, born in Russellville, Kentucky passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Cecil First Jr. to pay them a last tribute.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Cecil's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Cecil's journey be filled with peace and serenity, as his find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Willie Grace Payne and Cecil First Sr.; his children, Sherrin Sweat (Janet) of Cecil First, III., Lynnette Rochelle Fulton (Kirt), Donna Burtley and Tomika Leonard; and his granddaughter Rekita. He was also cherished by his children, stepchildren, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
W.T. Shumake & Daughters Funeral Home

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August 3, 2024

Janet Shuttere wrote a sympathy message

“I worked with Cecil many years at New Albany High School He was a hard worker and good friend! We kept in contact over the phone through the years!”

August 3, 2024

Karen Parrish wrote a sympathy message

“To Cecil First III (Pete), Rochelle and Family, We the Family of William and Maxine Frazier extend our deepest condolences to you and all of the family. We’ve been blessed to share in this precious journey with Bro. Cecil and you all for many years now. Our hearts reach out to you, and you’ll remain in our thoughts and prayers as we ask for God’s divine love, comfort, strength and peace to embrace you and sustain you, right now and in the days yet ahead. We love you all! The Frazier Family”

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2020 Maryland Ave, New Albany, IN 47150

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