James Lee Sutherton

James Lee Sutherton obituary

James Lee Sutherton

Upcoming Events

Sep

26

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Faith United Methodist Church

833 S 1st St, Edmore, MI 48829

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Sep

26

Service

12:00 p.m.

Faith United Methodist Church

833 S 1st St, Edmore, MI 48829

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James Sutherton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brigham Funeral Chapel - Edmore on Aug. 28, 2025.

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James L. Sutherton, age 62, of Edmore Michigan passed away at home surrounded by family that loved him and under the care of his special friends from Heartland Hospice. James was born October 25th, 1962, in Greenville to the parents of Noah and Hazel Sutherton.

James has lived in Montcalm County since 1998; he touched many individuals' hearts. He was involved in many community activities and was part of the Faith United Methodist Church.

James spent all his extra time going to garage sales, McDonalds and listening to Garth Brooks along with attending one of his concerts in Detroit Michigan. James touched many people's lives with his smiles and smirks and singing his favorite songs to the ones around him!

A Celebration of James' will be held on September 26th at Faith United Methodist Church 833 S. 1st street in Edmore MI. Visitation will start at 11am with service and luncheon following provided by the church.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

26

Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Faith United Methodist Church

833 S 1st St, Edmore, MI 48829

Send Flowers

Sep

26

Service

12:00 p.m.

Faith United Methodist Church

833 S 1st St, Edmore, MI 48829

Send Flowers