Marlene Joyce Sutherland

Marlene Joyce Sutherland obituary

Marlene Joyce Sutherland

Marlene Sutherland Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rupp Funeral Home, Inc. on Jul. 22, 2025.

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Marlene Joyce Sutherland

August 30, 1936 – July 21, 2025

Marlene Joyce Sutherland passed away in her home on July 21, 2025.

Marlene, known to all as Joyce, was born in Monroe, Michigan, to Sam and Mildred (Stanifer) Cadle on August 30, 1936.

Attending Monroe High School , Joyce met the love of her life, Al . They were married June 30, 1956. She became a mother of two children and the proud grandmother (Gaummy) of six grandchildren.

Joyce and Al enjoyed traveling, including many trips to Vegas. She loved the casinos. There were also many visits to various casinos throughout Michigan. Her love of Mackinaw was another favorite, taking several trips with the family and grandchildren throughout the years.

Joyce appreciated a great bargain, from antiques to post-Christmas décor discounts. She loved her collection of Santa clauses, antique dishes, pitchers, and vintage recipe books. Christmas traditions were important to Joyce. Every holiday she gave each grandchild a Hallmark decoration of their choice. She also enjoyed watching things grow, especially the lavender she nurtured for years.

Her greatest joy came from her faith and spending time with her family, whether at holiday gatherings or camping up north. Joyce cherished so many happy memories with her grandkids. She loved being a grandma, a Gaummy.

Survivors: Daughter Cynthia A. Bammel husband Ron of Southlake TX, Son Timothy Sutherland wife Becky of Monroe, Grandchildren Tim Sutherland of Monroe, Teddy Sutherland of Monroe, and Hillary (Mark) Allen of Monroe . Brandon (Gina) of Westminster Co, Bradley (Meredith) Bammel of Fort Worth TX. and Derek (Megan) Bammel of Commerce city Co

Preceding in Death: Sam and Mildred Cadle, her beloved husband Albert Sutherland , Sisters Jacqueline Moore, Barbara Jean Johnson, Joann Wendell . Brother Johnny Reppe.

Family and friends may visit on Monday, July 28, 2025 from 2 until 6 pm at Rupp Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 6 pm with Rev. Larry Detruf Officiating. A private Burial will take place on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Roselawn Memorial Park in LaSalle.

Online condolences to the family may be made through www.ruppfuneralhomeinc.com.

Memorial donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society.

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Rupp Funeral Home, Inc.

2345 South Custer Road, Monroe, MI 48161

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