Alan Roger Cummings

B: July 21, 1932 D: Sept. 27, 2008

Alan Roger Cummings, 76, of Polson, MT. passed away at his home while surrounded by his family on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008. He was born July 21, 1932 in Plains, Montana to Leslie and Eva Jones Cummings. He attended and graduated from school in Plains, he served in the US Navy for 4 years during the Korean War. After his service he worked as a Journeyman plumber. He and Naomi F. Matson were married in Couer d’Alene, Idaho on August 13, 1976. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and family get-togethers, along with his church activities, which included reading his bible and praying with his wife. His parents, brother, his first wife and an infant granddaughter, preceded him in death. He is surivived by his wife Naomi, daughters; Kathy (Wayne) Blackwell of Spokane, WA, Ruth (Steve) Hill of Victor, Mt, Dana (Bob) Lapp of Rio Vista, CA, Becky (Mark) Pratt of LaGrande, OR, sons; Mark (Sherry) Cummings of Ronan, MT, Roger (Linda) Cummings of Billings, MT, Brent (Chellie) Matson of Polson, MT. brothers; Pastor Neal (Dolores) Cummings of Lakewood, CO, Ted (Anna) Cummings of Post Falls, ID. 23 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 3, 2008 in the New Life Christian Center at 1:00 PM with Rev. Shawn Madsen officiating. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. A reception will follow graveside services at the New Life Christian Center. Memorials may be made in Alan’s name for family expenses, New Life Christian Center Missions, or The Gideons International. Arrangements and cremation under the direction of Grogan Funeral Home and Crematory. Condolences to the family at www.groganfuneralhome.com.

9/30
Jan Dollens
Our prayers are with you sis and your family. Alan will be greatly missed. I always enjoyed talking to him when he answered the phone. He always had a cheerful and joking way about him when I would call for you. I will miss that. I wish we could be there in person for you, however, know we are there in spirit. If you need me, I am only a phone call away. I love you. Hugs to you and the family, Jan & Jim Dollens

10/1/08
Vicky Davis-Cummings
Aunt Naomi, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your wonderful family. Even though it's been a long time since I've seen you, I have wonderful memories growing up in this large, loving family. Uncle Alan will be greatly missed, but I know we'll see him again in Heaven. I am thankful to have had such a wonderful man as my Uncle. Love, Vicky, Chuck, Mysti & Taya Davis

10-01-2008
Minnesota
I AM Lonny Jay Cummings Jr / Lonny J / JJ I want to say ,God used Uncle Alan in my life in a powerful way. Uncle Alan and Naomi planted seeds of Gods Word in my heart that came to life, and when I think of Jesus I think of Alan ,because when I came running home to Polson MT after years in the of wandering in the wilderness of the world. I contacted the closest people to Jesus I knew, Uncle Alan and Naomi . From my youth Alan’s voice always echoed in my head with a loving tone of his love for CHRIST . I met with Alan and Naomi at a restraint in my home town Polson MT. And the Holy Spirit came in to that place like a Rushing Wind, and the Anointing on Alan and Naomi Burned like Fire in to my sole ,so deep that will last for generations to come . And has affected many other peoples lives ,and placed in me a desire to do the same for others . I have tried to copy this GREAT MAN of GOD in my LIFE. And I have led many to Christ Jesus as a result of that day . I soon learned how my entire family loves Jesus. Uncle Alan’s words opened my ears and sent me on this path to God thru the Blood of Jesus. I asked if he knew of a Church that would accept a person like me. And I still remember his smile and the light in his eyes when he said YES. He said you go to Pastor Lockley Bremner’s Four Square Church. And you can take your drums there they will be accepted in worship. Because they are involved with Native Christian Ministry . And that their son Mark attended their . Well Glory to God it worked The Lord has been using me for years now to help advance HIS KINGDOM Amen Thank You Uncle Alan for the love you have given me And from my heart I’d like to say Thank you Jesus JJ

10/02/2008
Lolo, MT
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Naomi, Brent and family, you are all in our prayers at this difficult time. Alan will always be lovingly remembered, and we look forward to re-meeting him again! Love, Kelly and Dianne Courage

October 3, 2008
Shirley
Naomi, dear, I was sorry to read of cousin Alan's death, but it's a blessing to know he's with the Lord. My parents, Clarence and Doris Jones, spoke of you now and then. But seemed as though they'd lost touch with you in their later years. They are also with the Lord, Dad in 1995 and Mom in 1997. We sure miss them. We will pray for you. It's hard to lose our special people and you will be lonely for him. But it is a blessing knowing he is with our Lord Jesus Christ.