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Raymond Suttle Obituary
Raymond received his undergraduate degree from Harvard University in 1950 and his Juris Doctorate from Harvard University in 1953. In August of 1952, he married Virginia Grace Bull and they were married for seventy years. In the fall of 1953 he joined the law firm of Jones, Blechman, Woltz, and Kelly, P.C. where he practiced law for 65 years until his retirement in December of 2018. During his career, he was actively engaged in the community including being a member of several charitable organizations including the Colonial Council Boy Scouts of America (past president), Hampton Roads Junior Chamber of Commerce, Newport News Bar Association (past president), Warwick Rotary Club (past president, now known as Rotary Club of Warwick at City Center), Campaign Chairman of the United Way of the Virginia Peninsula and a Trustee of Hampton Roads Academy. He was a member of the American Bar Association, Virginia Bar Association, and the Newport News Bar Association. Raymond was a member of St. Stephens Episcopal Church.
Raymond was the recipient of the Boys Scouts Silver Beaver and Good Scout Awards, Warwick Rotary Club Paul Harris Fellow, and Lions Club Melvin Jones Fellow.
He is predeceased by his wife, Virginia Grace Suttle, his parents Michael and Bahea Daye Suttle, and his brothers and sisters, George, Albert, Oscar, Arthur, Joseph, William, Rebecca Ham, Frederick, Marie, and Michael, Jr. He is survived by his daughters Barbara Garnett (Lloyd), Donna Herbert (Tom), Pamela Suttle, and his son Raymond H. Suttle, Jr. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Andrew Garnett (Sarah), Thomas Herbert Jr., Raymond Scott Herbert, Caroline Suttle, and Harrison Suttle and many nieces and nephews.
He will forever be missed by his family and friends.
Raymond was grateful for his loyal caregivers and his family expresses their deep appreciation to them.
A private family graveside service will be held. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations may be made to St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 372 Hiden Blvd., Newport News, Virginia 23606, or the charity of one's choice.
Arrangements are under the care of Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601.
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John and Valerie Bicouvaris-Stamatakos
July 16, 2023
Dear Donna,
Thoughts , prayers, and sympathy to the Suttle Family with the passing of Mr. Suttle. He was a leader and pillar in the community.
He was a good friend to my parents and to so many.
May his memory be eternal.
Love to the family.
Trudy Teagle-Smith
July 5, 2023
To the Suttle family - I have the fondest memories of our families shared vacations for many years.
I have always missed seeing Raymond and his family at these wonderful times in Nags Head. So sorry for your loss.
Trudy Teagle-Smith
David L.Owens
June 30, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bob Powell
June 30, 2023
Raymond was a great lawyer and friend for many years. I bought my first house in 1966 and Raymond was the attorney that helped me close. Little did I know at the time that when I went to work in real estate in 1971 that he would be a lifetime mentor and friend.
My deepest condolences to his wonderful family
Sara Parker
June 30, 2023
My name is Sara Parker and I had the pleasure of waiting on Mr. Suttle at his favorite lunch spot, Pearl French Bistro in Newport News. Salmon medium rare with asparagus and a hot cup of coffee. I will never forget how in the beginning he gave me such a tough time....only to find out he was training me and to be a six foot tall lady he sure was pleasurably intimidating. My sincerest condolences to the subtle family who also waited on for a length of time my prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Ted Morrison
June 29, 2023
The last member of the last generation of a distinguished family--sister Marie was my third grade teacher, I bought cars from Michael, and Raymond and I had close associations from selling Christmas trees for the Jaycees, his closing the mortgage loan on my first house, and battling it out many times in court as opposing counsel. In all of these Raymond was the perfect gentleman. I feel his loss, and extend my sincere condolences to his family.
Melodye Dobyns
June 29, 2023
Prayers to the Suttle family in the lost of Raymond Sr. May you and yours have fond memories of him. Heaven has gained a great man. Blessings and many prayers.
Dr. Anthony R. Santoro
June 29, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to the entire Suttle family. Anthony R. Santoro, Ph.D., President Emeritus and Distinguished Professor, Christopher Newport University
Richard D Boone
June 29, 2023
We are deeply saddened by Mr. Suttles passing. He was my friend for over 40 years and I will miss him greatly.
Our condolences to all the family, our love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
Richard Paula Boone and family.
Rob Mitchell
June 29, 2023
So sorry to read this news. Mr. Suttle was a well respected member of our community and will be missed. I used to see him at the shopping center and enjoyed his conversations. Our thoughts and prayers and condolences to all the family.
Melodye Dobyns
June 29, 2023
Prayers to the Suttle family in your loss. Heaven has gained a a wonderful person.
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