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Elbert Suttles Obituary

Elbert Louis Suttles, Jr., affectionately known as "Pookie" to his family, and "Lou" to his friends, passed on into God's eternal arms on April 17, 2013.

Elbert was born to the union of Ivy Walters and Elbert Louis Suttles, Sr., on September 29, 1964. Elbert graduated from Buchtel High School in 1983, and went on to attend Clark-Atlanta University. Over the years, Elbert developed a talent for training dogs, after earning his certification as a dog trainer. Elbert loved sports, and he excelled in boxing, where as a teenager, he was the 1980 Ohio Silver Gloves Champion.

Elbert was preceded in death by his father, Elbert Louis Suttles, Sr.; sister, Monique Suttles; grandmother, Bessie Walters; grandparents, Rose (Suttles) Hopkins and James D. Suttles; mother-in-law, Deloris Arter; and uncle, E. C. Walters.

Elbert leaves an empty space in the hearts of Brenda, his loving wife and companion of 23 years; daughter, Sierria Suttles; sons, Elbert Suttles, III, and Nathan Smith of Akron, Ohio, twin son and daughter, Loren and Carmen Greer of Atlanta, Ga.; mother, Ivy Suttles-Baity; brothers, LeMorris (Regan) of Akron, Ohio, Kron and Troilus, of Lansing, Mich.; three grandchildren; grandparents, Danny and Gwendolyn Walters of Fairlawn, Ohio and Mildred Suttles of Los Angeles, Calif.; father-in-law, John Arter; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Homegoing service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2013, at 12 Noon at St. John C.M.E. Church, 1233 S. Hawkins Ave., Akron, OH 44320, Pastor Richard McDuffie officiating. Interment at Mt. Peace Cemetery. Friends may visit at the church from 11 a.m. until time of service. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 1089 Hardesty Blvd., Akron, OH 44320.



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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Apr. 18 to Apr. 24, 2013.

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July 5, 2013

Little Elbert (Fel Fel) I'm still a having problem with the way this went down. I was looking forward to you getting those dogs trained, But it's Gods will not mine. Love you Cuz. Stay strong Family and keep it movin. Cousin Toey

Larry Weigle

May 13, 2013

I knew Elbert as a student at Buchtel High School. It saddened me to hear of his untimely passing. Elbert is in my prayers.

Tanya Bass

April 29, 2013

Still having trouble grasping this. My deepest condolences to the family. You all will always hold a very dear, very special place in my heart. He will never be forgotten. RIP my special friend.

Yvonne Green Averitte

April 29, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. May God Bless you all!

April 27, 2013

Dear Ivy and Family:
We are sorry to hear of the lost of your son. May GOD shower you with His Peace, His Strength and His Comfort. Remember that to be Absent in the body is to be Present with the Lord. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you today and in the days to come. God Bless and Keep You all.

"With Deep Sympathy"
The Family of The Late Jackie King
DeDe, Joyce, and Harry King

Gwen Beck

April 26, 2013

My prayers go out to you and the family.

Janet Richardson

April 26, 2013

My Prayers go out to Ivy, LeMorris and Elberts childrens. Elbert was a Wonderful person, and he will be sadly missed. I will never forget him and that Beautiful Smile. He will always be in my Heart. Please be strong for him, and know that he is Smiling down on all of us!!!

Denise Brandon

April 26, 2013

Praying for the Suttles Family, Elbert was my classmate and I remember he was always smiling. May God keep you during this time.

John & Susan White

April 25, 2013

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home

April 25, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Ronald Caldwell II

April 24, 2013

My prayers go out to The Suttles Family. I remember Elbert from the good dazes in school. May God be with him,and you all.

Ashley Dora

April 24, 2013

CeCe I love you soo muck cuz..

Tina Mattison

April 24, 2013

He will truly b missed.we had good times as kids.love u family

jeffrey hendricks

April 24, 2013

Lou.Rest In Peace.
My Road Dog,My Partner,My Cat.

Renee Greene

April 24, 2013

In sympathy for your loss, Mrs. Suttles and the grands-Sierra and Elbert, our Schumacher children.

Star Walters

April 24, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy to my entire family! To Cousin Brenda who has been a rock of a wife, God Bless you! To My Auntie Ivy who is the heart and soul of her children and grand children! Your everlasting love has been a blessing to both of your sons! To My Cousin LeMorris who is in the midst of his recovery as we speak... Extra prayers and support to you now and always! Stay encouraged in God's promises! Walk by faith and not by sight because FAITH WILL see you thru! To my Lil Cousin Ce Ce and Mann who brought so much joy to their Dad's life! The parent child bond NEVER dies, your dad will live in your hearts forever! Hold the memories close! To My Grandma Gwennie and My Pa Pa Danny!! God Bless and Keep you now and always! I LOVE all of you VERY deeply! I thank you for my Daddy E.C. Walters, My Cousin Pookie and I thank you for me! Without you, there would not have been any of us!!

Julian logan

April 24, 2013

RIH Cuz!!!!

Shirley A. Finney

April 24, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lennie Green

April 24, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you adjust to the loss of your loved one.

Garland Paynther

April 24, 2013

R.I.P Big Cuz you will be missed and to my family may God continue to bless and keep you all. Love lil cuz Garland "G-MAN" Paynther and family.

Carla Portis(Justice)

April 22, 2013

My condolences go out to you and your family. It is never easy losing a loved one! May God give you the strength to endure and keep you strong. Stay blessed.

TaKeena & DaQuan Spooney

April 22, 2013

We will miss you Uncle Elbert
TaKeena and DaQuan

April 21, 2013

Sending my deepest condolences.
I am a good friend of Dana and Jimmie Suttles. I will continue to pray for the family. God Bless You All.

Carolyn Walters

April 21, 2013

I am keeping you in prayer at this difficult time. I was sorry to hear that he was sick. May God grant you some comfort in knowing that Elbert is well now. Take a little at a time. Give this load to God.

Merl Yelding

April 21, 2013

Lil Lou your gonna be missed, sending family my prayers. Luv you guys.

April 20, 2013

Elbert you will be sadly missed I remember all the good ol days,Ivy n Lemorris my family will keep you in our prayers Tony. The Hollis Family

Sharlette Mattison-Moss & Family

April 19, 2013

Aunt Ivy & LeMorris and Family

Sending my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Sending love and prayers. I will miss Elbert but I will remember all the good times we had! May he rest in paradise.

Amber Becker

April 19, 2013

Thinking of the FAM!!! RIP

April 19, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

damiko miles

April 18, 2013

Westside neighbor,childhood friend you will be dearly missed praying for the family love you all

Dawn Arter

April 18, 2013

Sorry about your loss. He will be sadly missed.

Denise Bowers

April 18, 2013

To the family of Elbert Suttles, Jr., We send our Love and Condolences to each of you, most of all we send our Prayers. If anything we can assist with, please feel free to contact us. We will always be family. Love conquers all... Keep this in mind and keep the memories of your loved one for additional strength. Think of where he was and where he is now, In the Lord! Stay prayerful and always remember, "God is Real!"

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