Body of Sumpi John finally laid to rest
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Chandel, August 22 2015 :
The mortal remains of Rev Dr Sumpi John Anal was finally laid to rest at his native village Salluk after a grand public farewell during a funeral service held at Bd Behluwng Memorial Hall in Chakpikarong bazar on Sunday.
Pastor of Salluk Baptist Church Rev Hb Chumnal blessed and laid the body to rest as the funeral minister.
Public leaders including Chandel MLA Nunghlung Victor and former MLA BD Behring, ordained ministers, workers of Churches Association, church pastors, village members, friends, well wishers and relatives attended the service.
Emotional and soulful rendering of Hallelujah chorus, which the leader translated to Anal was sung by Chengkhu Choir, floral tributes by ordained ministers, farewell speech were the main highlights before the last rite which was performed by the minister at the cemetery as the body was laid to rest.