Patsy Sutton

Mr. Sutton,

After reading of the passing of your mother Patsy, I was reminded of a moment I spent speaking with her and Eddie at their home in Stillwater. I was simply delivering a large bundle of my father's fresh, homegrown vegetables to your father from my father. They played basketball together in Bucklin, KS, and kept in touch to a degree over the years. Through their connection I was fortunate to attend a number of OSU games, meet a number of exciting players, and even have a picture of myself, our fathers, and Roy Williams together prior to a game, cementing my love for the Cowboy's.
To the point, when I arrived at your home, Eddie met me at the door and remembered me, receiving me warmly and accepting the vegetables. Your mother walked up, Eddie introduced us, and Patsy invited me in, which I'm sure Eddie was not particularly keen on. Nonetheless, Patsy offered me something to drink while we discussed the connection between Eddie and my father. She was welcoming and so warm. We chatted briefly, which I remember fondly.
Incidentally, I do make a point, though not particularly a fan of ORU, to watch a game or two to see you and Sean coaching together, which is quite cool, to say the least.
Please know our thoughts are with you, Sean, Steve, Eddie and your families. Your mother was a wonderful lady.

God bless,

James P. Dewell, II
Topeka, KS