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April 2, 2018
Ozell Sutton was so important to Arkansas role in civil rights. He came to Jonesboro High in 1971 to speak to our class. The Jonesboro Council on Human Relations was a branch of the Arkansas Council that Ozell led. I was also proud of his leadership role in Alpha Phi Alpha, a prestigious organization of American men.
Barbara Dickerson Rawls
May 4, 2017
I had the great pleasure of being first a neighbor when he lived next door to my brother, then his secretary when he was the Special Assistant to Governor Rockefeller of Arkansas. Many years after that he would dazzle the faculty and staff at UT Health Science Center as the headliner at our Black history program. His whole family was always very gracious to me. I can't say enough about him Joanne, Angela, Tena and DeJo.
Dr Reggie Dunbar II
December 24, 2015
Rest in peace my brother.
Condolences to the Sutton Family.
Dr Reggie Dunbar II
December 24, 2015
Leave a condolence or a memory.
LYNN Smith
January 29, 2016
Rest FOOT SOLIDER REST
Brother VICTOR K. SMITH
January 25, 2016
It was an honor to know Dr. Sutton as a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and to work with him on The SPHINX magazine. Farewell, brother. '06
H
January 14, 2016
May God Almighty continue to give you and your family strength, courage and peace as you live without your loved one Ozell Sutton. Cherish the many wonderful memories that all of your have shared with Ozell. We send our prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Ozell Sutton. Isa. 41:10, 13
Sylvia Cyrus
January 2, 2016
Ozell Sutton will be missed for the great work that he did by his fellow members of the Association for the Study of African American Life & History. Rest in peace dear friend.
Gwendolyn Sutton
December 30, 2015
I will miss you Uncle Ozell, but we remember..the songs, the words of wisdom, the strength, the legacy still lives. Thank God for you.
Catherine Edwards. @Family
December 29, 2015
CatherineMay the peace of God that passes all understanding be your comfort.Doctor Sutton was a giant of a man and he will be missed but never forgotten our prayers are with each of you.
G
December 29, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May the friends and family find the comfort that our Heavenly Father provides (Psalm 83:18).
Laura James and family
December 29, 2015
Giving thanks for the many blessings made manifest in and through the life of your father. He was a man of such clarity of purpose, such dignity in stature, and such certainty in faith. His legacy not only lives on in his many contributions to the history of civil rights in this country, but also in the countless ways in which he inspired and warmed the hearts of so many.
I remember your father fondly, I am grateful for his example as a US Marine, and I am blessed to have the privilege of witnessing his example made manifest in you, Angela and Alta Tena, as you render exemplary service to God, and to our church.
Much love to you and your family. Our prayers for comfort and strength are with you now and forever. May God bless and keep you and your family during this difficult time of bereavement.
Finally, from one US Marine to another, I honor your father with the Marine Corps motto, Semper Fi, or "always faithful." Your father's life remains a testament to his belief in, and to his fulfillment of, this, the Marine Corps creed.
December 29, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to Angela Sutton and her family in the death of her father.
John and Martha England
Oakhurst Baptist Curch
Andrew Gee
December 28, 2015
Condolences to Angela Sutton and other family members from Andrew Gee and friends from Oakhurst Baptist Church, Decatur, GA.
Mary Latham
December 28, 2015
Praying for the entire family. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr Ozell several years ago while working for CTB. He had a very kind spirit and I know he has earned his wings and flown on to glory. Although he will be sorely missed, he will forever live in our hearts.
Carol Crawford
December 28, 2015
Condolences Joanna & family: Ozell is now absent from the body but is present with the Lord. We give thanks for the life he lived while in the body; a life that truly can be celebrated. It was a priviledge to know him.
In Sympathy & Friendship,
Gladyce E. Dawson
Benjamin F. Crawford Jr.
Rev. Carol Snype Crawford
Sanfra Jones
December 27, 2015
I met Ozell Sutton at Friendship Baptist Church, Atlanta, Ga. I affectionately called him "The Governor". He was my friend. He will be missed missed. Rest in peace.
Sanfra Jones (Stone Mountain, Ga)
Reba and Brigitte Cray
December 27, 2015
With deepest sympathy. Wishing you strength and peace.
Matt RobbinS
December 27, 2015
Everytime i was in the presence of Ozell, I felt honored by his life history and energized by his enthusiasm for living. I met Ozell decades ago as we knew a mutual friend and shared also a mutual vision of equal rights, I at the EPA and he at CRS. And since his office was in the Sam Nunn Federal Center, I got to see him a bit - not as much as I should have, His work brought about significant changes in our society and he took pride in that. The Nation should honor his work for all the things he witnessed (sometimes hateful, often hopeful), and the things he very surely changed!
Scripture talks about "running the good race" and that Ozell did! His legacy comes from an America trying to do its best for the many powerless persons and also from his work with his fraternity, his church and his many friendships.
My condolences to his family and my thanks to you for sharing him with us over the decades. God, we thank you for this genuinely "good man!"
C Lawrence
December 27, 2015
I recall meeting him at an Alpha Convention 8 years ago, and he signed by History book. It was an honor to grip him, meet him, and be embraced by his warm smile. You have entered the chapter of sweet rest, but your legacy shall endure throughout all chapters. A Phiiiiiiiiiiiii Bro. General President Sutton.
December 25, 2015
May he rest in peace and our loving heavenly father will do the rest.
Brenda Adams
December 24, 2015
My sincerest condolences to the Sutton family. I remember Ozell for his association with the civil rights movement and the battle against the war on poverty. Such a respectable gentlemen. May he rest in peace.
William Wallace
December 24, 2015
May GOD bless the Ozell Sutton family for a job well done. He was a good soldier.
Dr.Janice L Cook ,J D.
December 24, 2015
To the family of Mr.Ozell Sutton:
As an Atlanta native, and a baby of the "civil rights" movement, as well as a voracious reader, I am deeply aware, and more importantly, eternally grateful for the lifelong contributions, Mr.Sutton made to both the civil and human rights community worldwide. My birth church is the Ebenezer Baptist Church. My late mother, Mrs. Bernice C. Cook, was the mailroom supervisor at the Southern Christian Leadership for ten years between (1960-1970). I am sure that you know that with the need to convey information about civil rights campaigns, throughout the nation, and even in many circumstances various parts of the world, direct, bulk mail shipment, was the method of transmission. I would gladly get up on Saturday mornings and accompany her to the mailroom and work as her assistant, to ensure that everyone heard and read the news that oppressed people were going to be free one day.
I am sorry for the length of this message, but upon the announcement of Mr. Sutton's passing, my memory was pleasantly jogged when WSB Television showed the frame where President Obama conferred the Presidential Medal of Freedom Award to him, during his first term of office. It is my sincere prayer, that those of us, who know your loved one's contributions, will express the highest personal form of appreciation appreciation, for your family's sacrifices, by ensuring that the story of My. Ozell Sutton be taught to everyone young and old, until the Lord God Almighty, calls us home.
Randy and Sallie Johnson
December 24, 2015
Deepest sympathy and prayers for the entire Sutton family. What a great man. Father, servant, patriot, change maker. This world is better for his having lived.
T. T. & S.O.
December 24, 2015
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your loved ones. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Terrone Sterling
December 24, 2015
To The Family,
Being a 62 year black American male I am very familiar with Mr. Ozell Sutton. Anyone who worked with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is an outstanding individual. Mr. Sutton obviously was a man who believed in all persons being equal in every aspect of life. He was a very educated, intelligent, hard-working man who set a fine example not just for black men but for all men. Please accept my sincere condolences in the passing of your loved one.
Sincerely,
T. Sterling
December 24, 2015
My sincere condolences for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you at this most difficult time.
Reggie Dunbar II
December 24, 2015
Dr Brother Odell Sutton RIP
Dr Brother Reggie Dunbar II
Jeneva Thomas
December 24, 2015
sorry for your loss
pamela smith
December 23, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy to the family and especially to his sweet baby jo..I thank you all for allowing me to be in the presence of greatness such as Dr.Sutton he has motivated and inspired me to be the best I can be..and for that I'm truely grateful! I know one thing for sure he is not cold anymore for god will warm him for being the tireless servant he was!
I'm sending my strength and prayers to the family during this difficult time may God comfort and keep you..Pamela Smith
Reggie Dunbar ll
December 23, 2015
Thanks for sharing your gifts with the world Dr Sutton.
Fraterally Sent
Dr Brother Reggie Dunbar II
Gregory Mckinney
December 23, 2015
Oh for a job well done and the rest that follows. Good night sweet Prince.
Juanita Wilkins
December 23, 2015
To Angela and the Sutton Family, the Horace Mann Class of 1964 extend our sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one Mr. Ozell Sutton. I would often see Mr. Sutton when he would visit Little Rock and his alma mater Philander Smith College, he would always greet you with a smile. His presence will certainly be missed. Please know that we are praying for your comfort and strength during your loss.
December 23, 2015
May the God of all comfort be with you. I know this must be a big loss. Press on.
December 23, 2015
To the family of Ozell Sutton,
The race has been walked, Marched and ran. Praise is holy name, I believe Mr.Sutton made up the mountain waving his hand smiling like his long time friend MLK.
MUCH LOVE AND PEACE
SANDRA PEREZ
December 23, 2015
I AM SORRY FOR YOU LOSS, BUT I AM SO GLAD I HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEND TIME WITH HIM. I HAVE WATCHED HIM DANCE AND HE HAS SUNG SONGS FOR ME, MY FAVORITE IS ALL IS WELL WITH MY SOUL. AND HE ALSO KNEW THAT HIS FAMILY LOVED HIM. GOD BLESS DR. SUTTONS FAMILY.
December 23, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss,but God promises to bring death to nothing @1Co15:26.
CW Forest Park GA.
Tyeka McGuire
December 22, 2015
I'm sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please be comforted by the words at Matt. 5:4
Eleanor Louis Cox
December 22, 2015
Heartfelt sympathy to the family whomI have always admired. May God comfort you during your loss. Eleanor Lewis Cox, classmate with Angela at Horace Mann.
Mayor Kenneth E Smith sr
December 22, 2015
To,The Sutton family I extend my condolences to the family,for I believe God has called another soldier home,may his work continue to speak for him that others may follow and become trail blazers as MR.Sutton has.A person that won't stand and fight for justice will fall for any thing,Mr.Sutton stood tall.
AC. HUDSON SR.
December 22, 2015
Mr.Ozell Sutton the life you lived, had spoken for you.May your soul be at rest, The journey and strugglers of life isn't over its will always have to continue. To the family be strong in the lord ,for God is your refuge and help.With condolences,prayers and sympathy
Earl Ealy
December 22, 2015
I remember meeting Mr. Sutton when I was a student at Philander Smith College back in 1987. It is my prayer that God will give comfort to the family. Rest In Peace Mr. Ozell Sutton, "A True Philanderian"
December 22, 2015
What an accomplished man was Ozell Sutton. To his family I send my condolences. He truly helped with the turning of the tides in equality. While your family try to return to everyday life may "God lift up his face toward you and grant you peace". Numbers 6:26
J L
December 22, 2015
My condolences, a great man will be missed. may the God of all comfort help your family to endure.
Tamara M. Tolliver
December 22, 2015
My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Sutton. Although I did not know him personally, I would like to THANK YOU Mr. Sutton for fighting for my rights. You are truly amazing! May you now REST WITH GOD!
A. Smith
December 22, 2015
Rest in peace dear Mr. Sutton. Give my regards to all the other Montford Point Marines you will now meet in paradise including my father.
December 22, 2015
I never had the chance to meet him before, but I've heard of so many good deeds and good intentions of his heart toward humans civil rights. May the God of all comfort give you the strength and ability to endure the difficult days and weeks ahead. My sincere condolences for your loss.
Joshua Williamson
December 22, 2015
Wisdom sent from above epitomizes Ozell for his visionary insight, endurance despite the odds and his quiet determination will be surely miss.
December 22, 2015
My prayers are with the Sutton family. May the Peace of God give you comfort during your time of mourning.
Dr. Sutton, was truly a legend if or all times.
Beverly Rice
December 22, 2015
My condolences for the loss of your loved one,Ozell Sutton. It is note worthy that he worked very hard for equality and justice. Our impartial God will give you strength and comfort to endure this time of sorrow. Acts 10:34&35.
December 22, 2015
May the God of peace be with the family,so sorry for your loss....
Vonda Thomas
December 22, 2015
Alta,
There is no time like the present to celebrate the life of your father. His memory is etched in stone in so many lives, especially mine as a product of Little Rock Central High.
My prayers are with you and the Sutton family, may God bless and comfort you during this transition.
Vonda Thomas, (Fairborn, GA)
December 22, 2015
My deepest condolences for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you at this most difficult time.
Malone Family
December 22, 2015
To loose a husband, father and friend in death leaves a void in our lives. The original purpose for mankind was to live forever under perfect conditions on earth. Death, sorrow and pain will end soon. (1 Corinthians 15:26)
Alana
December 21, 2015
Thank you for your hard work and dedication to equality!
Theodore Lee
December 21, 2015
The ultimate measure of an Alpha Man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. First of All, Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All!!!
Love You Brother Ozell Sutton,
Brother Theodore R. Lee, Jr.
Condolences to the Sutton Family Your in our Prayers The Lee, Family
Theodore Jr., Delicia, Theodore III, Tariq, Tai, Toure' and T'ien.
Olivia Lombard
December 21, 2015
To the Sutton Family:
The world is a much better place because of Ozell Sutton's dedication and focus.
Best regards,
Olivia
Roselee Williams
December 21, 2015
Condolences too the family. Be Blessed. Didn't know him personally, just wanted too send my condolences.
Lydia Wynn
December 21, 2015
May the peace and love of God remain with your family always. Peace be still. RIP good and faithful servant.
Hardy A Thrower Jr
December 21, 2015
Uncle Ozell,
You have been an inspiration to our family for as long as I can remember. I listened to many stories from my mother(Bobbie Jean Sutton Thrower), father (Hardy A Thrower Sr) and my Aunt(Helen Maxine Cannon Thrower) on how you were a ongoing force in the Civil Rights Movement.
I was lucky enough to meet you only a few times but I truly cherished those moments.
On behalf of the Thrower & Cannon Families, Congratulations on your entrance into Heaven!
You've certainly deserve eternal happiness.
Death will be swallowed up forever!
December 21, 2015
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May it comfort you to know that Ozell will return to the days of his youthful vigor as promised at Job 33:25.
Carter
December 21, 2015
I never had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Ozell Sutton, but hearing his lifestory warms my heart. When all is said and done, Dr. Sutton can best be described as a loving man with a Christ-like spirit. Surely Jesus had him in mind when he spoke the words at Luke 23:43. My condolences to the Sutton family and all who have been inspired by this most cherished man!
December 21, 2015
My heart goes out to the Sutton family. We grew up down the street from them and I still credit Djoe with teaching me how to shoot a proper jump shot. "Blessings on the family and the spirit of one of the best role models you could find. Thank you for sharing him with the Atlanta community .
B.K. Edmond
G. Freeman
December 21, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
E,S
December 21, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
John Stevens
December 21, 2015
God bless the wife and children of a trail blazer and humble man. My wife and myself had the honor of meeting Marine Sutton and his smiling beautiful wife, at a veterans dinner, hosted by Cascade Methodist Church in Atlanta Ga. on Nov 10. 2014. My wife Valerie and Marine Sutton and his wife know each other's families from Little Rock AK. He was wearing his Congressional Medal that was presented to him by President Obama and he was proud but humble. Marine Sutton paved the way for me to join the Marines in 1963-67 and serve my country proudly as he did. We had a great time that night together, and we told each other our stories in the Marine Corps. Marine Sutton will be missed by our country, but not forgotten for all he has done. I will not forget.
Wright
December 21, 2015
To the Sutton family: Thank you for sharing your dear loved one with us,his being the first in the marine was something to be proud of. What he did will not be forgotten .May your fond memories bring joy to you.The God of comfort, comfort you and strengthen you in the day's ahead. Our heartfelt condolences.
R Jones
December 21, 2015
Your zeal in the cause of freedom was infinitely superior to mine. Mine is as the tapor light, your's was as the burning sun. Mine is bounded by time, your's stretched away to the boundless shores of eternity. I can speak of truth, justice and freedom, you could die for these and other virtues for which you and your contemporaries sacrificed and trumpeted. Thank God for your life and service. America and, indeed, mankind owes you. Rest well oh good and faithful servant. Your legacy will never die.
Jane Dowling
December 21, 2015
God bless you ~ Rest in peace.
David Walters
December 21, 2015
Rest in peace my long time family friend. You have fought a good fight,you have finished your course, you have kept the faith. I pray for courage, strength and comfort for the Sutton Family at this time of bereavement.
B.Parker
December 21, 2015
My condolence to the family during this difficult time may the love of family, friends and neighbors comfort and support you in your time of sorrow and may you fine comfort in the God of love. 1 John 4 : 8
Willie Powers
December 21, 2015
Met Sutton years ago @ a state or national fraternity meeting. Avery influential brother. I admired him very much.
Fredrick Guydon
December 21, 2015
So very sorry for your loss I'm sure he was a great man may he rest peace
December 21, 2015
I am so sorry to hear Mr. Sutton is gone. His courageous efforts for civil rights will be fully realized in God's kingdom (Matthew 6:10).
A Reed
December 21, 2015
My sympathy to the Sutton family. I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Mr. Ozell will be remembered for helping others. May God of all comfort help you during this difficult time. He will soon end all death and sorrow. Psalm 25:8
Barbara Washington
December 21, 2015
Ozell Sutton was a courageous gentleman and leader who brimmed with compassion, good humor and wisdom. All of us who were fortunate to know him felt blessed. There will never be another one like him. My prayers for his family, whom he adored. Rest in power, Ozell.
Adelaide Solomon-Jordan
December 20, 2015
With deepest sympathy to the family of a dear family friend. He was a kind man who always had a welcoming smile.
Vanessa Stanley
December 20, 2015
Met Mr Sutton through his daughter Angela. Made me feel right at home. My prayers go out to the family during this time of bereavement
Carol Nemo
December 20, 2015
I only met Ozell Sutton one time, however his presence made a huge impact on me. As a member of Atlanta's Jewish community, I felt a kinship with a man who I could relate to and who I knew understood the challenges of being a minority. Ozell was a down to earth, kind and thoughtful man.....we need many more like him. I will miss and remember him fondly.
Felker Ward, III
December 20, 2015
A Civil Rights Icon, an Atlantan, a fraternity brother, and Mentor of mine. I along with many others are truly blessed and I am humbled that that I spent time with you. Your insight and stories of the civil rights struggle were inspirational.
I will always remember how you carried yourself, exuding confidence not arrogance. Your education and wisdom was evident from the moment you opened your mouth. Your demeanor will be replicated by me and your life's work will be studied by those who wish to live together peacefully.
God bless your family, may you rest in peace, '06, until we meet again after my Omega service. Well done.
December 20, 2015
RIP my A PHI A Brother. A job well done. A good and faithful Brother.
George Hilbish
December 20, 2015
The Marines and Corpsmen of the Pierce County Detachment #504 Marine Corps League, Share in Your Loss. Rest in Peace Marine, Semper Fi!
Anne Baird Wells
December 20, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy to his family. He was a wonderful person.
Scott Chamberland
December 20, 2015
Semper Fi
Wanda Clackum
December 20, 2015
He touch A lot of lives.
Gary Richey
December 20, 2015
Rest In Peace Brother Sutton. May God grant your family, friends and the Alpha brotherhood peace, comfort and understanding during this time of great loss.
Adrian Barnette
December 20, 2015
We'll miss you !
Lloyd Myers
December 20, 2015
Since my father's passing in 1986- a college classmate of Ozell's- there has been no person that has been more of a father figure to me than the illustrious Dr. Ozell Sutton. When I visited Atlanta as a young architect seeking work in 1984, the Suttons gave me a place to stay and that was simply one of many kind acts experienced at his hands. His passion for life and for doing good is unmatched by any other mentor of mine and he has served as a model for so many young people in addition to his wonderful children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. His life was as a light upon a hill which will continue to guide all of those whom he touched.
Nina Stallworth
December 20, 2015
Condolences and blessings to the Sutton family. My family and I always remembered how you came to visit and you and daddy spent hours talking about civil rights and when you came to speak at my dad's funeral, a man you viewed as a comrade of the civil rights movement. You mentored my brother during your work together for the USDOJ and we have always considered you as extended family. R.I.H. Dr. Sutton.
The Stallworth Family
Nina Stallworth
December 20, 2015
Condolences and blessings to the Sutton family. My family and I always remembered how you came to speak at my dad's funeral and you viewed him as a comrade of the civil rights movement. You mentored my brother during your work together for the USDOJ and we have always considered you as extended family. R.I.H. Dr.Sutton.
The Stallworth Family
Bobby L. Fuse, Jr.
December 20, 2015
With my prayer for comfort and condolence, comes my attempt to express my great appreciation for Mr. Sutton's life, contribution and encouragement.
A servant of the highest excellence and of considerable production.
Hyacinth C. Ahuruonye
December 20, 2015
My profound condolences on the passing of this giant of a distinguished and highly accomplished gentleman of eminence and consequence. His good work and deed have now been rewarded. RIP, GP SUTTON.
Gwendolyn Stone
December 20, 2015
To Tena, my friend, my heart goes out to you and your family. He is among friends and they have welcomed him into a club that has no limitations in membership. I will always remember him from my banking days and the laughter and friendship he showed me. Mr. "O" was a Jewel.
Cynthia Jones
December 20, 2015
Our debt is to you, Sir.
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