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Sammie Suttle Obituary
SHREVEPORT,LA - Sammie Suttle, Sr. passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2006, at the VA Medical Center in Shreveport. Funeral service was held at Lake Bethlehem Baptist Church, at 2 p.m., Saturday, August 26, 2006 with Pastor Dennis R. Everett, Sr. officiating. Burial with military honors was in Lake Bethlehem Cemetery.
Sammie Suttle was born April 26, 1922 in Woodspur, near Dixie, La., to Harry and Lurlene Suttle. He graduated from the All-Black Central High School, of Shreveport, and the Army Air Force Training School in Nebraska. A WWII veteran, he entered the Army Air Corp in 1942, completing basic training in Arizona. A skilled combat aircraft mechanic he trained in Michigan and at the Tuskegee, Ala. Flying School attaining the rank of technical sergeant. He served under Commander Benjamin O. Davis with the Tuskegee Airmen. In 1997, he was awarded the D-Day Jubilee of Liberty Medal commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the liberation of France. He was employed with Citgo Oil for 20 years. He was appointed deputy sheriff in the Parish of Caddo, and was a member of the National Civilian Defense internal security. He retired as Chief of University Police, at Southern University Shreveport campus after over 20-years. He was a licensed radio and television tech for over 30 years. He served on many boards and advisory committees serving as president and vice president of Water Works District No. 4. He was a part of efforts to bring the Southern University campus and the Community Action Center to the MLK area. A longtime member of Lake Bethlehem, he was a deacon, teacher and superintendent of Sunday school, teacher of Men's Ministry and BTU.
Survivors includes his wife, of 56 years, Bessie Suttle; his daughters and sons-in-law: Delores Raphel and Retired Army 1SG Pete Raphel; Sarah Adams; Retired Army MSG Loretta Thomas and Retired Army SFC Freddie Thomas; Marsha Watkins (Gene); Harriett White (George); Barbara Dizadare (Larry); Shelia Suttle, and his son, Sammie, Jr.; 28 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren; aunt, Roxie Ashley, and many other relatives.
His parents; grandmother, Vinnie Davenport; sisters, Heareace Kinchen, Charlesetta Roberts, and Louise Giles; his daughters, Theresa Sykes and JoAnn Suttle and son, Johnny Suttle preceded him in death.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Delores Raphel.
Shawn Henderson
June 20, 2021
Happy Fathers Day from Your Grandson and his wife Shawn and Johndra Henderson
(1926-2013)
Bessie Mae Suttle
January 9, 2014
sharonda suttle
January 10, 2013
i love u so much papa you still in my heart forever.
Trina Sykes-hoskins
October 21, 2012
Thinking of you.. this day and my mother "bug" I remember those comforting words you whisper in my ear and no one knew but you and I...so kind..sutle.. on day I was so lost ...you said "baby get closer with LORD"..nothing else followed ..so comforting to your grandchild who had just lost her mother... I thank god for u ...miss u big daddy ....trina
April 27, 2012
April 26, 1922 to April 26, 2012
On the date of your birth, reminiscing, remembering and thanking God for blessing us with such a wonderful gift.
Love you & Miss you Daddy!
Your Daughter & Son-in-Law
Pete & Delores (Suttle) Raphel
Lawton, Oklahoma
August 23, 2011
August 22, 2006-August 22, 2011
Five years have passed since you left us for heaven. In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. Remembering you, your presence with us and all those precious memories and wonderful years. You remain in our hearts and a part of our life through all generations. Reminiscing, remembering and thanking God for blessing us with such a wonderful gift. Oh, by the way, your first great-great-great grandson arrived a few days ago.
Love you & Miss you Daddy!
Your Daughter & Son-in-law
Pete & Delores (Suttle) Raphel
Lawton, Oklahoma
August 30, 2010
In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. Although you have moved on from this earth, your presence and precious memories are for keepsakes with which we will never part
because you live on in our hearts.
Reminiscing, remembering and thanking God for blessing us with such a wonderful gift.
Love You & We Miss You Daddy!
Your daughter & son-in-Law
Pete & Delores (Suttle) Raphel
Lawton, Oklahoma
Edward Raphel
August 3, 2008
You are not forgotten. I miss the talks we used to have about your days in the Army Air Corps. Sometimes you took forever to tell the story, and at times I was too impatient to sit and listen. But I always sat anyway....... I'm glad I did. I miss you too.
Your Grandson
Pete & Delores Raphel
June 11, 2008
REMEMBERING DADDY ON FATHER'S DAY!
Not a day goes by that we don't remember you with much love in death...as we honored you with much love in life...rest on. Until then our hearts will go on singing!
Sammie Suttle, Sr.
Pete & Delores S. Raphel
August 22, 2007
IN MEMORIAM: A Life Embraced-Rest On
SAMMIE SUTTLE, Sr.--Apr. 26, 1922-Aug. 22, 2006
You lit up so many lives in days gone by. Missing you, it's hard not to just sit and cry. We are all on this earth for a short time not to stay; so, when the Master calls we must be on our way. Daddy, one year has past and everyday our thoughts and memories are of you. You made the world a better place, through the life you lived. You were so loved and are so missed. Until then!
Korin Kinchen
November 11, 2006
Forever Uncle Sammie,
That is how long I will remember your kind and genteel manner with me.
Patricia Kinchen
November 7, 2006
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
LEE DECUIR
October 24, 2006
Sammie was one of my favorite cousins and a great favorite of my late mother.
I will miss him dearly .Our deepest sympathies to the entire family on all of our lost
Namon Melvin
October 9, 2006
Our prayers are with you and your family during these times. God is still good.
Rev.Namon &Sis. Bernice Melvin, Lawton, OK
wyonna alberty
October 6, 2006
JUST REMEMBER THE MOMENTS YOU SPENT TOGETHER AND THANK GOD FOR BLESSING YOU WITH HIM AS A PART OF YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR LIFE.
REV. LLOYD R. LOGAN, SR. AND FAMILY
September 29, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ernest & Ellouise Love
September 28, 2006
"Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted."
Matthew 5:4
With Deepest Sympathy
Charles Brown
September 28, 2006
May God be with you in the time of sorrow. Always put God first in life an everything else will follow. Charles,Irma,Lazarus,Sherry,Charles II and the grandbaby Alan Brown.
Peggy K. Anderson
September 28, 2006
Take comfort in knowing Uncle Sammie has gone to be with his mother,father,children and sisters. They are all being watched by angels and are all smiling down on us
Pete Raphel
September 27, 2006
"Just About Right"--that was your handle...thanks for the memories and for being the perfect father-in-law any son-in-law could ever desire. Until then..."Farewell Old Soldier".
Mrs. Virginia Elder Mr. Edward Elder
September 27, 2006
God be with you and Lord take care of this family. Keep the family strong and bless them all.In times like these we need you God.
Artie Reed
September 27, 2006
"Chief Suttle" as we called you at Southern University at Shreveport (MLK area), your presence truely will be missed. You brought such joy to coming to work each and every day. More than ever, you gave such kind words of comfort to young spirits during the 80's & 90's. May the angels keep you safe in their arms.
You will be dearly missed.
Carroll R. Michaud
September 27, 2006
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Sammie Suttle, Sr. our Brother in Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Mr. Suttle. And to Mr. Suttle it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps. Mr. Suttle we bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,452 members of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion in Shreveport, Louisiana, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Mr. Suttle’s family and loved ones.
Carroll R. Michaud, Commander, American Legion Post 14
Delores Raphel
September 27, 2006
A Loving Father--In Remembrance & So Loved. You have been there for me throughout the years--the good, the bad, the happy and the sad. I thank God for the 84 years He has allowed you to share your life, love, and Christian teaching. You are now at peace with the God you loved and served. It's okay to go "Daddy", I got this!
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