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Ernest Sutton Obituary
AGE: 92 • West Grove, PA
Ernest S. Sutton, age 92, of West Grove, PA departed this life Oct 19, 2014 at home, surrounded by loving family. Ever the optimist and problem solver he gave his pancreatic cancer a run for it's money by living 2 years past the diagnosis. Ernie was a chemical engineer at Thiokol Corp. for 35 years developing propellants for solid rocket motors until he retired in 1988 as Vice President of Morton Thiokol and General Manager of the Elkton Division. His desire was to always be where the action was, he continued consulting in the aerospace industry until 1996.
He joined the University Drama group in Newark in 1953, and stayed on working happily with the Chapel St Players. He thoroughly enjoyed his time on and off the stage, acting, directing and building sets for many productions; Ernie cherished his friendships at CSP. His love of downhill skiing kept him cruising the slopes well into his 80's. He had a passion for making videos and said the key to his long and happy life was to always have a project. He was actively engaged in the operation of Jenner's Pond Retirement Community in West Grove, PA where he had resided since 1997. He was very fond of his friends and lifestyle at Jenner's Pond.
He was predeceased by his wives, Janet, in 1974 and Bea in 2011. He is survived by his sister, Norma Kramer of Kittery Point, Maine, his 3 children Jane (Jeb) of Ithaca, NY, Doug (Sandra) of Pacifica, CA and Andrea (Joe) of Newport, DE; 2 stepchildren, Gibby Young of South Carolina and Lois Young-Southard (John) of Newark, DE. He was grandfather to 8, great grandfather to 3 and Uncle Ernie to many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Ernie's incredible life will be held at Jenner's Pond Allison Building on Saturday, November 8, 2014. at 2:30pm. Contributions may be made to the Jenner's Pond Endowment Fund, 2000 Sycamore Dr., West Grove, PA 19390 or Chapel Street Players, 27 North Chapel St., Newark, DE 19711. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com Arrangements by the Foulk & Grieco Funeral Home, West Grove, PA.
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Eugene Martino
October 31, 2014
My condolences to the family. Employed by Thiokol from 1958 to 1973, Ernie was a agreat guy to work with.
October 27, 2014
We are deeply saddened. Ernie was a superb human being and a great co-worker.
Edward and Frances Hinton
Allan McDonald
October 27, 2014
I knew Ernie at Thiokol for over 50 years and he was one of the best solid rocket propellant chemists in the country. More importantly, he was a gentle, compassionate, and thoughtful human being - it was a pleasure to be in his company.
Al McDonald
October 25, 2014
I will miss him. I have known him for almost 15 years at Jenners Pond and have much respect for the time, efforts and accomplishments that accrue to him here. We were WII bowling partners here since this program started a number of years ago. We won the championship one year and this year,
he showed his desire to stay active by starting this season in September. I will miss him for this reason and many others.
Donn Barber
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