Photo courtesy of Eckersell Funeral Home (Eckersell Memorial Chapel)
Rigby, Idaho
Feb 23, 1972 – May 21, 2017 (Age 45)
Jeffrey Lee Sutton, 45, of Ririe, Idaho passed away at his home, early Sunday morning, May 21, 2017 of esophageal cancer.
Jeff was born on February 23, 1972 Rexburg Idaho, to Lee Henry Sutton and Heddy Ricks Sutton. He loved being raised in the Archer, Sunnydell area on the family farm. He attended school in Rexburg, graduating from Madison High School. After High School he went to Ricks College and later attended Utah State University where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Business. On December 1, 2000, Jeff married Tandy Lee Nielson, the love of his life in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple.
As an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he loved the many individuals he was able to serve. He especially enjoyed his most recent calling as Bishop of the Shelton Ward in the Ririe Stake.
Jeff loved his family, going hunting, and being in the outdoors. He was grateful to be able to have a career that kept his ties to agriculture and allowed him time to spend with family and serve others.
Jeff worked for North West Farm Credit Services as an appraiser and was currently the Vice President of Appraiser Services. He was a member of the American Society of Farm Managers & Rural Appraisers. (ASFMRA) He served on the Ririe School Board and the Board of Directors for Enterprise Canal Comp.
Jeff is survived by his wife Tandy Lee Sutton, daughters: Lauren, Brooke, Shae, Brynne, and Claire of Rigby. His parents Lee and Heddy Sutton of Rexburg, a sister Sundee (Doug) Jensen of Rexburg, a brother Jerome (Kristen) Sutton of Idaho Falls, and Grandmother Gwen Sutton of Archer.
He was preceded by his grandparents, Jesse Sutton and Seth and Aseneth Ricks.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 26, 2017, in the Ririe LDS Stake Center (14061 N. 130 E., Ririe, ID) at 11:00 AM. The family will meet with friends Thursday, May 25, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and again on Friday, May 26th from 9:30 to 10:45 AM, both at the Ririe LDS Stake Center. Interment will follow in the Sutton Cemetery. Condolences can be shared with the Sutton family at www.eckersellfuneralhome.com.
Read MoreDear Sutton Family,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Jeffrey's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Please accept our sincere condolences,
Cytozyme Family
May 31, 2017 | Salt Lake City, UT
I feel honored to have known Jeff as a co-worker at NWFCS. May God's peace comfort your family and may wonderful memories of Jeff fill your hearts and minds.
Valentin Celaya
May 30, 2017 | Salem, OR
Dear Family, our hearts are with you at this time of deep lost. We are praying on your behalf for solace and peace.
With Sincere love, Ann & Justin McCulloch
Ann & Justin McCulloch
May 27, 2017 | Sarasota, FL
Dear Sutton family, my condolences on your loss. I worked with Jeff at NWFCS for many years and always enjoyed his quick humor, kindness and hard work ethic. He was a true gentleman. Tandy I was so touched by your testimony that you shared today at the funeral... It was a very beautiful service. I'm sure Jeff would have been touched by the number of people that were in attendance..... Everyone there has been influenced by our association with Jeff. May Heavenly angels watch over your...
Amy Webber
May 26, 2017 | Idaho Falls, ID
Lee and Heddy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you guys
Mary Ann Everhart
May 26, 2017 | Aurora, CO
Tandy, girls & Sutton family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our family sends prayers that you all find peace and that the Lord heals your hearts.
Lee & Kalli Andersen
May 26, 2017 | Ririe, ID
I am so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers to all the family.
April summers
May 26, 2017 | Idaho Falls, ID
My prayers are with you Lee and Heddy that you be comforted in this time of sorrow. I love you both.
Sarah Jessen
May 26, 2017 | Ririe, ID
We are so sorry for the passing of Jeff. We hope you find strength and peace thru your faith and the foundation of your family.
With our greatest respect and condolences.
Turk and Trudi McMurtry
Turk & Trudi McMurtrey
May 25, 2017 | Idaho Falls, ID
