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Randy Sutherland Obituary

Randy W. Sutherland "Live Strong" Our beloved father, husband, son, grandpa and friend, Randy Wayne Sutherland, 47, returned peacefully to our Heavenly Father's open arms on February 26, 2006. He passed away due to complications from ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). He was the youngest child born to Ruth and Richard Sutherland on Sept. 14, 1958, in Salt Lake City, UT. He attended Olympus High School. He earned his Eagle Scout. He served an LDS mission in Dallas, Texas. He received his Bachelors Degree in Accounting from Park College. On Feb. 12, 1982, he married his loving wife, Dorothy Bullock, in the Jordan River Temple and was blessed with four wonderful children. He served proudly in the Air Force for eight years. He currently was employed at Alder's Sales Corp. as their Controller. He was an active member of the LDS church and served in many callings, which he loved. His passion the last few years was bicycling. He loved the outdoors and loved being with the Bonneville Bicycle Touring Club. In 2004, he rode over 6,000 miles on his bike. One year ago he surprised his family with an extreme home makeover with tremendous help and love from our wonderful community so that his family would be well taken care of in the future. Since the makeover Randy has enjoyed traveling from coast to coast with his family going to places such as Hawaii, New York, Niagara Falls, Nauvoo, San Francisco and Denver, making the most of each precious moment he had left. Randy is survived by his wife, Dorothy, children, Anne (Vance) Lee, Jacob, Kyle, Kaitlyn and grandson, Justin Lee, Ruth Sutherland, mother; Peg (Steve) Goff, Rick (Maureen) Sutherland, Pam Sutherland, brother and sisters and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by Richard Sutherland, father. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mark Bromberg, Barbara Miano and Staff at the U of U ALS Clinic, Dr. Todd Eberhard and staff at Cottonwood Hospital and all those at the wonderful ALS Support Group. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Sutherland Children Trust Fund at any Wells Fargo Bank. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Murray Parkway Stake Center, 619 W. 5750 So. Friends and family may call from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 So. State Street, and one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church. Interment Murray City Cemetery. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.jenkins-soffe.com

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Published by Deseret News from Feb. 28 to Mar. 1, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Randy Sutherland

16 Entries

Malinda and Darrel White

March 6, 2006

Dorothy and family,

We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Randy. He was such a remarkable person that you could not help but to admire and respect him. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Roland Schiffler

March 6, 2006

Dear Dorothy and family. I just found out about the passing of Randy and it truely saddened me. I've known Randy ever since Rosecrest Elem. & what a tremendous influence and friend he was. My sincerest condolences go to you & your family. May the Lord bless & sustain you through these difficult times.

KERRIE HEINECKE

March 2, 2006

THE SUTHERLAND FAMILY, I AM TRULY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. I KNEW RANDY FROM CHASE. HE WOULD COME INTO DO THE DEPOSITS FOR ALDERS. HE WAS A VERY NICE GENTLEMEN. I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALL THE BEST.

John LeCain

March 1, 2006

Dear Dorothy and Family--I didn't know Randy well, but I will hold dear our brief acquaintance. We met on a short 120 mile BBTC ride to the Golden Spike Monument in 2004. We were both having a "bad day" dealing with headwinds, mechanical problems, and fatigue. I was amazed at Randy's resilience and his ability to smile and put our situation in perspective. We worked together to get home that day. My guess is Randy handled his diagnosis and the challenges that followed with the same character I saw during our ride--putting the needs of others ahead of his own suffering and smiling through adversity. My condolences for you tremendous loss.

Brenda Farrar Atkinson

March 1, 2006

Dear Rick and Family:

It has been years since my sister passed away, but I do remember the sorrow in losing a sibling. I hope you are able to find the comfort you so deserve at this time.

Dawn Moschetti

March 1, 2006

Dear Dorothy and Family - I was saddened to hear of Randy's passing. I know that you all will miss him tremendously, but, remember that "Families Can Be Together Forever". You are all in my thoughts and my prayers. May our Heavenly Father grant you peace in your hearts at this difficult time in your lives. All of my love to all of you.

Jennifer and Bill Matchett

February 28, 2006

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I didn't know Randy very well but I did get the chance to meet him one morning after it had snowed and I was driving by on the way to take my kids to school and he had fallen getting in his van. That was the first time that I was honored to actually meet Randy. My husband and I went over later that day and introduced ourselves. From that day on I thought about your family and was glad I took the long way to school that day. That day made me feel like an angel, and that is exactly where Randy is is with the angels, looking down upon your family and he will protect you always.

Kevin Severinsen

February 28, 2006

I grew up with Randy in the Rosecrest 2nd ward. In fact, Dick, Randys father was my cubmaster and scoutmaster for a time. I learned alot from the Sutherland family and although I didn't realize it at the time Randy has had an impact on my life. Randy was always the one to teach by example and the kindness he showed was a lesson we could all take to heart. I last saw Randy in downtown Salt Lake and he was in great spirit with that smile that never seemed to stop. I am honored to have known Randy.

Jeff Stevens

February 28, 2006

Sorry for your loss. I lived in the Rosecrest 2nd Ward when Randy was a teanager. I was one of the youth leaders in the Ward and hope that my association with Randy had some effect on his accomplishments during his life. I am thankful to have known him. Lord bless you all at this time of loss.

Gaylene Sabin

February 28, 2006

Dorothy and family, so sorry to hear of Randy's passing. I know he will be greatly missied by all of you. I can picture Randy and Paul up there having a great time biking and running and talking and talking since they both struggled so much with speach. I hope you can feel the closeness of him and of our Heavenly Father at this time of sorry. I hope the memories of him will flood your soul as you face the days ahead. I will always remember his contagious smile. Know that I am there for you as we face this life together without our eternal sweethearts. Thankgoodness for Eternal Families. With much love Gaylene Sabin

Young & Diana Leonard - SunStone Building Specialties

February 28, 2006

Dear Sutherland Family,

Our hearts are filled with sadness in learning of the passing of Randy. His great smile and positive outlook on life was truly an inspiration. We will miss him deeply. We hope that the memories you hold will help to ease your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Michelle Kramer

February 28, 2006

Deepest Sympathies to the Sutherland Family. My son David is in Kaitlyn's class and I know his heart has been touched by your sorrow. May you find comfort in your friends and family at this very sad time.

Jodi Ellsworth

February 28, 2006

I knew of Randy from attending some of the ALS support group meetings. I was amazed at his positve attitude and strength while facing this disease. My brother recently passed away from ALS, and I understand the difficulties you have suffered through this illness. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know with time you will receive peace and feel the love of your Father in Heaven.

Matt Alder

February 28, 2006

I will truly miss my association with Randy. He became a great friend and an example to me of how to live life. My condolences are with Dorothy and the children and all the family for your loss. I will always remember him as he was, a true believer in family and friends and full of charity to all.

Alan & Shaun Alderman

February 28, 2006

Dorothy and Kids,

Our thoughtsand prayers are with you at this time and always. Please know that if we can do anything at all, all you have to do is call. We love you all.

Doug Tye

February 28, 2006

Dorothy and kids,

I am so sorry for the loss of your loving husband and father. Randy was such an inspiration to me, with his positive attitude and his never ending smile. I always loved to see Randy in the hall of the Stake Center because he always said hello, and always made me feel important. I learned a lot from him. He will be missed tremendously. Have comfort in the Savior's Plan of Salvation that will allow you to see him once again. Please accept my condolences and love as you mourn this loss.

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