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Their will be a memorial service for him, at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 18, 2008 at Cullowhee United Methodist Church.
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for Edward Sutton
David Baker
October 1, 2008
To the Sutton Family,
Like many of us, we will dearly miss Big Ed. He has touched many lives and will forever be remembered for his sweet, charming and inspiring ways. May God bless you and allow healing as we share your loss of his presence. Dr. Sutton's philosophy will be enduring as he has given to all who has met him, I being one of those fortunate to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort
Kathy Gaffos
September 29, 2008
Dear Sharon,Christopher,Coleman and families,
I am so saddened by the news of Ed's passing. I have the fondest memories of time shared in Lake Tahoe skiing together, and of time enjoyed in your home. Ed was certainly bigger than life and he savored every aspect of his too short existence. Although he loved his football, his love for his family was apparent in the numerous letters and articles he sent us extolling the honors and achievements of the whole family. May each of you be blessed with the happiest and most tender of memories shared together. I send my love and prayers to you all and have no worries that Ed has taken his rightful place among the luminaries in heaven. He touched so many lives and we are all better for his having done so. He will continue to be with us in heart and mind, as will your family. With heartfelt sympathy, Kathy Gaffos and family
Jay Roth
September 29, 2008
I always had seats next to Ed for "The Cal Bowl", and looked forward every year of going to his
" football parties", whether it was a lopsided game, or raining or foggy, Ed made certain ALL of us would not leave until the final whistle had blown!
For my friend Ed, " GO FUSKIES"!
Rachel Davison
September 28, 2008
Dear Sharon, Coleman and Chris!
We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Sutton -- he was a very special person to many, many people. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lovingly, Jim and Rachel Davison, Madera (Fresno), CA
Kim Belemjian
September 28, 2008
Sharon, Chris & Coleman,
How do I begin to tell you how sorry I am about Dr. Sutton? He was so special to me, as he was for you. I was soooo lucky to have known him! I will miss all the long talks we had about his book. He was always there to help with advice for Derek & Blake. A day won't go by when I won't be thinking about what a wonderful,caring,thoughtful,generous person he was.
My sympathy's:
sarah ross reeke
September 28, 2008
Dear Sharon
I am Frank Ross's sister, Sarah , who lives in Raleigh NC. Frank just told me the news and I was saddened to hear of not only your loss but the loss of a great human being. I remember meeting your husband at Frank's when we visited many years ago and was entertained for hours I know like everyone else my brother will feel a void with the loss of a dear friend.
I just wanted to send my condolences from North Carolina like so many others I'm sure.
Sarah Ross Reeke
Jan Primavera
September 26, 2008
Dear Sharon, Coleman and Chris,
Our family was saddened to learn of the death of Dr. Sutton. What a remarkable man he was and we know you will all miss him very much. May God bless you all and help you through this difficult time.
The Primavera Family (Ron, Jan, Michael and Stephen)
Sylvia Hendrix
September 25, 2008
Dear Sharon,
When I was in my second year of medical school, I needed to buy my first car for an out of town medical rotation. I was a penniless student and Ed lent me $2500 to do just that. I finally paid him off when I began working, years later. I try to remember that generosity whenever I'm in a position to help someone starting out. What a class act he was! My thoughts to you and your family. Sylvia Sutton Hendrix
Joan (Weaver) Goddard
September 24, 2008
Dear Sharon and family,
It's been 18 years since I worked for Dr. Sutton. His Christmas letters certainly kept me up to date on your family. We all can look forward to his book when it is published. Your loss will be felt by many. Thinking of you.
Melinda McConnell Vennard
September 24, 2008
Sharon: I am so sorry to hear that Dr. Sutton has passed. I will always remember the years I worked with him and all the good times and laughter - especially getting ready for the Thanksgiving Open House. We was indeed a special person and will be missed. I now live in Montana and am here visiting my son, granddaughters and friends. I couldn't believe it when a mutual friend, Lee Fanucchi, told me we had lost Dr. Sutton. I am glad to know that you will have the support of family and friends to get you through this most difficult time. You will be in my thoughts. Melinda McConnell Vennard, formerly Fresno, currently Montana
Barbie Sanchez
September 23, 2008
Dear Sharon, Coleman, & Christopher,
I am so sorry for your loss. He was like my 2nd father. I started working for him when I was seventeen. He had always been there for me; when I got married, for the birth of all my children, through graduations, giving advise and helping me through problems.He knew how to make you laugh and make you feel special and loved. He will forever be in my heart and will be greatly missed. Please let me know if I can do anything for you.
Leonard Black
September 23, 2008
Sharon, Coleman and Christopher,
I am so sorry . I missed seeing him the last time he was in North Carolina and will always regret that.
Will miss being with him at some of the Charity events that he loved so much. Remember meeting Coleman and Christopher at one. He loved you all so much.
Always looked forward to his Chrismas " Letter " Coleman you must continue that if possible.
Will see you all at the Service in Cullowhee.
I will miss my BUDDY.
Leonard Black
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