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Larry Dezio
January 21, 2021
I always had a pleasant visit with John and was fascinated with his family history. We enjoyed exchanging family stories. He made sure that I always ate good BBQ when we would visited him.
Lou and Sharon Miller
February 1, 2014
We have been friends of David and Kay for over 40 years so we have known not only John but most of the Sutton family. We would laugh about a lot of "John" stories and knew how much he loved his family. Our love and prayers are with the entire Sutton family and we will be telling "John stories" for years to come.
Sandra Biggs
January 31, 2014
Unfortunately I cannot attend the memorial, but I want the Sutton family to know John was a unique individual and working with him adversely kept you on your toes.
January 30, 2014
We are sadden that we are unable to attend the Memorial Services because of the ice storm in Wilmington and local roads iced. I remember taking John to his first pro-football game at the Carolina Panther's stadium. He was so thrilled and amazed at all the excitement in the stadium. Then, I took him to his first NASCAR race in Bristol, TN. He could not believe all the fanfare and how loud the roar of engines noise was. His excitement at both events was just like a young teenager. Additionally, we frequently wagered on what the first Dezio grandson should be called. We had long discussions over barbeque on how the Yankees should be managed. Mickey Mantle was are HERO....We will miss him. The family is in our prayers.
Larry, Grace and Carrie Dezio
Mark and Karina Moser
January 29, 2014
Our hearts and thoughts are with you, dear family.
January 29, 2014
AS signed john's book the other day he was a good HS friend & I took pictures on some of our adventures.
another picture attached.
---Andy Herndon
June Duvall
January 28, 2014
To John's family, Even though I only knew John for a few weeks, I could see he loved his wife and family; his face glowed when he spoke of all of you. When he became ill and could not attend pulmonary rehab classes, I missed his sense of humor and his stories about being a lawyer. He was a true "Southern Gentleman" and was very accepting of this "Yankee" from New York.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ellita Bradshaw Matthews
January 28, 2014
John Jr.,Emily,and Lynn, so sad to learn of John's passing. He was an outstanding legal mind and a wonderful friend to many of his clients, including me. John gave me the courage to do what needed to be done at the time..May God bless all of you and give you the peace of knowing he is in God's hands now.
Wilma Sherrill
January 28, 2014
Elaine, John Jr., Emily, Nan and family,
So sorry for your loss.
John was my best political buddy....I loved him and sincerely appreciate all the help he gave me....I shall greatly miss our conversations about "who" we should support!
God bless all of you.
Love, Wilma Sherrill
Karol Henson Black
January 28, 2014
Elaine and family: I am sorry to hear of John's passing. I worked for him back in the 80's and appreciated his work ethic and humor. God bless you and hold you and your family in his arms.
grady byrd
January 27, 2014
I remember when the Sutton family moved I spent with all the family will be missed by all.will be away on fri.
Peggy Melville
January 27, 2014
Loved being with all of you especially at wedding events. The sutton family was always such gracious hosts. Sorry for the loss of your love one. My prayers are with all of you
Lisa House
January 27, 2014
Nan,I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Phil
January 27, 2014
I am sorry to hear of the passing of John , he will be greatly missed. May you keep the fond memories you have of him always in your heart. James 4:8 invites us to "draw close to God and he will draw close to you", especially during this sorrowful time.
Laura Clark
January 26, 2014
John taught me many things in work and politics. He was always cheerfully talking of his family. His character, professionalism, and jolly disposition were second to none. My deepest sympathies to the Sutton family. He will surely be missed in the community.
Spencer Scarborough
January 26, 2014
John,
When I return home the next time, I was planning to look you up. There were questions I was going to ask concerning our experiences at David Millard. Thanks John.
Charity Holcombe
January 26, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends! My heart and prayers are with you all!
MINISTER JAMES A. GRANT
January 26, 2014
DEAR FAMILY, WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOU.
Peggy Guest-Totherow
January 26, 2014
To the family of Mr Sutton, my deepest sympathy to your family. I went to high school with his brother David. Mr Sutton left way too soon.
January 26, 2014
john was a good friend back in high school. Sat across and had a great chat at last reunion. Attached are several pictures of john from my collection.---Andy Herndon
Tasha Jones-Elliott
January 26, 2014
Thank you for all that you did john sutton sr. For my grandmother Margaret setzer . You were her only attorney all those yrs she lived there and I know both your children from highschool you did a wonderful job raising them. I know you are smiling down in them now
Nikki Lovingood
January 26, 2014
John was a great man! My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
ROY STEWART
January 26, 2014
john what a good guy you are...we had a great chat at reunion and laughed about young life trip to Colorado in 1961...am sure you are in heaven...God bless us all for knowing you..God bless your family...WE LIVED THE "HAPPY DAYS"A YOUR PAL SEFUS
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