Various organisations have mourned over the demise of former executive secretary SBAK Nito Mount and retired SBCZ senior pastor, Rev. Dr. S Yevito Sümi who passed away on June 6 at Zunheboto. Born in November, 1949 at Khukiye Lukhai village under Satakha sub-division, Zunheboto, he was the first president of Sümi Theological Association and All Sümi Baptist Pastors Fellowship.
Picto Shohe: Picto Shohe, MLA, has expressed grief over the demise of “Sumi spiritual leader Rev. Dr. S. Yevito Sumi”. In a condolence note, Picto said that in his close association with the reverend, he saw one of the most “dedicated, sincere and down to earth person”. He described him as a “true spiritually leader” who always sought God’s wisdom to lead his way. Picto also said that the passing away of Rev. Dr. S. Yevito Sumi has created a huge gap in the spiritual ministry of the Sumis which would be hard to fill. Further, he conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family members.
Sümi Hoho: Sümi Hoho has expressed shock to learn of the untimely demise of Rev. Dr. S Yevito Sümi. In a condolence note, SH president Hekhushe Shikhu and general secretary I Nikheto Jimomi said that in his demise, the Sümi community had lost a great spiritual leader who they said was a true man of God. SH described the late reverend as “a gem of a person and an eloquent preacher” who “always wanted the best for the Sümi community and never declined when the Sümi Hoho approached him for help”. It also said that the Sümi community would always remember him for his selfless sacrifice and service. The Hoho expressed its deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that God’s solace and comfort would be upon them.
SDF: Sümi Discussion Forum has expressed grief over the demise of Rev. Dr. S. Yevito Sümi. In a condolence note, SDF said that with his passing, Sümi community members and Nagas in general had lost a great spiritual leader and a fatherly figure. SDF said that his life was committed to the work of God and that although he was no more, “his pleasant docile tone, his invigorating preaching, his humble bearing” and the memories would remain with the people. SDF prayed that the Almighty would bring solace to the bereaved family.
JHM: Jimomi Hoho Nagaland has mourned over the demise of “Rev. Dr. Yevito Jimomi”. In a condolence note, JHM president Ahovi Jimomi and general secretary Phukato Jimomi described the reverend as an “esteemed spiritual leader among the Sumi community”, who dedicated his life for God’s ministry for more than 45 years in many capacities. JHM said that his demise was a loss of tall spiritual leader, a visionary and a compassionate man whose life was a blessing to many. The Hoho conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed that the Almighty God would give them strength during this time of grief.
WSBAK: Western Sümi Baptist Akükühou Küqhakulu (WSBAK) has mourned at the demise of late Rev. Dr. S. Yevito Sümi. In a condolence note, WSBAK executive secretary Rev. Dr. Phughoto Sema said that WSBAK grieved with the bereaved family and entire Sümi community for losing a man of faith who had played an influential role among the Sümi community. WSBAK also mourned the demise of Rev. Viheto Achumi who passed away on May 29. It said that late. Rev. Viheto Achumi was a retired pastor under WSBAK who has served under Lord in various areas.