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Allen Sutton Obituary

GLOUCESTER - Allen Lee Sutton, owner of Sutton's Restaurant in Gloucester, died Thursday, Jan. 18, 2007, after losing his courageous struggle with mesothelioma and related illnesses. Born Oct. 2, 1940, in Baltimore, Md., he was the younger of two sons born to the late Mary Elizabeth Proctor and Marion Oscar Sutton. He was also preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Nannie Hall and Allie Proctor; and his paternal grandparents, Etta Bristow and Lemuel Sutton, all of Gloucester. Educated in Virginia, Allen graduated from Gloucester High School in 1959. He had a 40-year career at Newport News Shipbuilding (now Northrop Grumman) in both union-eligible and salaried positions. A lifelong Methodist, he belonged to Singleton United Methodist Church, Schley. Additionally, he had been active in both the Knights of Pythias and the Gloucester Moose Lodge #886, serving on the board and as an officer. His survivors included his devoted wife, Connee Young Sutton; their older daughter, Melissa and her husband, Arnold Smith, of Hampton; their younger daughter, Beth and her husband, Stuart Bunting, of Wicomco; two precious granddaughters, Caroline and Claire Bunting; and his older brother, Marion Proctor Sutton of Hudgins. Others who lovingly remember Allen include his numerous cousins and their families; his many friends; and his former colleagues. Each will cherish his life, his many thoughtful kindnesses, and the memories he leaves them. A celebration of Allen's life will begin with a visitation from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at Andrews Funeral Home, Gloucester. Funeral services, conducted by Les Goode, Pastor of Singleton United Methodist Church, and Richard Croxton, Pastor of Providence Baptist Church, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 21, at Singleton United Methodist Church with interment to follow at Ware Episcopal Church Cemetery, Gloucester. The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be in the form of memorial contributions to either Gloucester Fire Department and Rescue, P.O. Box 1417, Gloucester, VA 23061; or to Singleton United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 27, Schley, VA 23154. Andrews Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Daily Press on Jan. 19, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Allen Sutton

11 Entries

Judy & Wendall Johnston

January 29, 2007

Connee & Family,

Wendall and I were deeply sadden with the loss of Allen. He was such a good husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Allen loved his wife, daughters, and grandchildren so much and was always talking about them. He never new a stranger. May god give you and your family strength and comfort you with your loving memories of Allen during this time. Dear friend please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.

Candace Dolan (Copland)

January 22, 2007

Dear Beth,

It has been a long time since we've been in touch, but you and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Ginger and EJ Rowe

January 21, 2007

Dear Connie and Family, We are saddened to hear of Allen's passing. We hope your fond memories of him will give you comfort and strength to bear your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Sincerely, Ginger and EJ Rowe

Cindy Hogge

January 21, 2007

Dear Beth and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I did not know him, but I have heard many wonderful things about him (and he had to be pretty fantastic to raise a great person like you). I know that words cannot express or ease the pain you feel during this time of loss. May your strength in God comfort you and the knowledge that you will see him again. If there is anything I can do for your or your family, please call me. Your friend,

Maria Johnson

January 21, 2007

So sorry to hear about the passing of your father, grandfather and husband.Our deepest sympathies.
Maria, RD and Dale

Barbara Allen

January 20, 2007

I wish to express my sincere condolences to Mr. Sutton's family. Melissa and Arnold are special people. My continued prayers are with you as you seek God's guidance and care.

Irvin Brooks

January 19, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Joanne & Graham Gayle

January 19, 2007

Connie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Allen's passing. You have been a lovely couple and we know that the Lord will give you the strength and hope to continue on. We missed you at the Class Reunion, but understood that you were not well enough to come. We are sending out videos next week and we hope these will lift you up. You are in our prayers. Love,
Joanne and Graham

James Boothe and Family

January 19, 2007

To the family of Allen, I was sorry to hear of Allen's death. I worked with him at the shipyard in the electrical department, for almost 40 years. I have always thought alot of him. He was really a nice person. May GOD bless him and all of his family.

Jenny Crossen

January 19, 2007

Beth,

So sorry to read about your father's passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. God bless you and your family!

Jenny (Tolley) Crossen

Clarence Hargus

January 19, 2007

To Beth, Stuart and the family. I have known Al since the 60's. I have worked with him in the shipyard and also known him as a personal friend. Al was always the perfect gentleman. May God be with and comfort the family during this time.

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