Kool & the Gang's Michael 'Chicago Mike' Sumler dies at 71 As the group’s stylist, Mr. Sumler kept tabs on the group’s wardrobe. He also hyped up crowds with dance moves and sang backup.

Michael Sumler, affectionately known as "Chicago Mike," member of the funk band Kool & the Gang, died at age 71 in a car crash on May 25.

Kool & the Gang's Michael "Chicago Mike" Sumler ... Known to fans as “Chicago Mike,” Sumler was driving a black 2014 Nissan 370Z around 11:35 p.m. when the car crossed into oncoming ...

Kool & the Gang's Michael "Chicago Mike" Sumler ... Known to fans as “Chicago Mike,” Sumler was driving a black 2014 Nissan 370Z around 11:35 p.m. when the car crossed into oncoming ...

Kool & the Gang's Michael "Chicago Mike" Sumler died in a crash on Sunday night. He was 71. To stream 13 WTHR on your phone, you need the ... Known to fans as “Chicago Mike,” Sumler was driving a ...

Kool & the Gang's Michael "Chicago Mike" Sumler ... Known to fans as “Chicago Mike,” Sumler was driving a black 2014 Nissan 370Z around 11:35 p.m. when the car crossed into oncoming ...

Kool & the Gang's Michael "Chicago Mike" Sumler ... Known to fans as “Chicago Mike,” Sumler was driving a black 2014 Nissan 370Z around 11:35 p.m. when the car crossed into oncoming ...