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John Sutherland Obituary
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Tom Sutherland, 74 passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of July 9, 2009 surrounded by family. Tom was born on August 8, 1934 to JT and Eliza (Jane) Sutherland in Mount Sterling, KY. Tom attended Mount Sterling High School where he excelled in baseball, football and basketball. He obtained his pre-med undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama and his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine degree from Illinois College of Podiatry. He served as a proud member of the United States Army from 1954-1957. In December 1954 he married his high school sweetheart Bettye Brown and they remained inseparable for the last 55 years.
In 1966 Tom and Betty moved their family to Reno where Tom started his Podiatry practice until retiring in 1996. Tom's greatest joys were watching his kids and grandkids sporting events, it wasn't uncommon at basketball games to hear him before you saw him. He enjoyed swimming and wrestling with all the grandkids at the family pool, and was always in for a good time. He will always be remembered for his kindness, humility and dedication to his family and friends. Tom was a member of the Executive Association of Reno, The Reno Tennis Club and the Podiatry Association of Nevada.
Tom was preceded in death by his father and mother, JT and Jane Sutherland, his sister Nancy Scott Gilbert, brother RD Sutherland and his son Jeff Sutherland. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Bettye Sutherland, sons David Sutherland, (Diana) of Reno, John Sutherland, (Cindy) of Reno, nephew John Bob Gilbert of Atlanta, GA, grandchildren, Jordan, Erica, Sam, Egan and Aidan Sutherland.
Special thanks to Freddie Galang for the wonderful care provided, Kim Brenay and Saint Mary's Hospice for their support and guidance and to the Nevada Alzheimer's Association.
Memorial services will be held at the Mountain View Mortuary, (4th and Stoker) on Tuesday, July 14 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Nevada Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Sutherland
Margarette Rosenthal
August 6, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
July 22, 2009
Dear Sutherland Family,
I offer my sympathy in your time of sorrow. I am proud to have known Tom. It has been many years now since we all lived on Foster Drive. I cherish the memories of our relationship.
Milton Sharp
July 18, 2009
Dear Sutherland Family,
John and Cindy have been wonderful friends over the years. Please know my heart goes out to you at this difficult time. May you remember the good times, be comforted by the love, and celebrate a life well-lived.
You are in my thoughts and prayers...
Your friend,
Shirley Foss
Claire Cohen
July 17, 2009
Dear Bettye,
I cherish the memories of Tommy, who was a marvelous person. You two had a long marriage, and that is a monument to each of you. I give thanks to God for Tom and all of the Sutherland family who enriched our lives at First Baptist, Mt. Sterling.
Please know that I am lifting you up in prayer as I write. I know that God will uphold you--and I know, too, that the road ahead will be lonely.
Celebrate the good and ask God to carry the sorrow with you.
When you are in touch with Fay, please give her my regards. Thank you.
Affectionately,
Claire Cohen
Tom Perry
July 14, 2009
Bettye Gay and family:
Janice and I were saddened to learn of Tom's passing. You both have been very close personal and dear friends and we enjoyed our visit with you a few years ago, Tom and I were old buddies from as far back as grade school and I watched him play everything for the Mt Sterling Trojans in the '50's. Bettye you are a very strong person and have taken good care of him for many years. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and David and John and other family members. Tommy will always stay alive in my memory. We send our love and pray that the Lord will give you added strength at this time.
Our Love.
Tom and Janice Perry
Henderson,Ky
Robert Cohen
July 13, 2009
To Bettye and Family,
Zane and I send our deepest sympathy to all at this time of loss. You and Tommy were among our oldest and best friends when we all lived in Mt. Sterling and we shall never forget those days. May the Lord give you strength and sustain you in the days ahead.
July 13, 2009
Bettye,
My deepest sympathy from the Anders family.
Tom was the most honest man I have ever met in my life.
When I purchased his practice in 1996, it was the most pleasurable experience.
I have to thank Tom for bringing me to Reno. Our family has enjoyed living here and it was Tom who brought us here.
Thank you.
Derek Anders, DPM.
Stewart Turley
July 13, 2009
Bettye
Deepest sympathy from Linda and I.
I have great memories of you and Tom both, from school days in Kentucky!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Roy Rosenthal
July 13, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kimberly Brenay
July 12, 2009
Tom was one of the kindest and gentlest person that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Matt, Marissa, Logan, and I will all miss spending Thanksgivings with him and will keep him in our hearts. We were all better people for knowing him. Bettye, Dave, and John all of our love and deepest sympathy.
Marjorie Stafford
July 12, 2009
July 12, 2009
Betty,
My Love and Sympathy to you and your family. Warm memories remain of our high school days.
Alan Brunet
July 12, 2009
Dave, sorry for your loss, my wishes are with your family. Having lost my father I know how you feel. I am sure you will feel his presence forever. Lessons learned from fathers pop up often.
chris lacey
July 12, 2009
Dave, I was sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. My thoughts are with you. Chris Lacey.
Barbara Tuttle
July 12, 2009
Betty,
May the Father's Holy Spirit comfort you in the loss of your loved one. My prayers will be with you and your family at this time.
Faith Alone In Christ Alone
Barbara Johnson Tuttle Louisville KY
July 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers to all the family. Tommy was a classmate of ours from the 1st thru 12th grade. He was a great player for the purple and gold TROJAN'S of MSHS. We will always remember the fun times we had in school, along with Betty by his side.
Sincerely, Lucy and Buddy
Danelle Conkey
July 12, 2009
Dave, I have very fond memories of your Father and Mother. I'm so sorry for your loss. Please tell your family that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Danelle Conkey (Robbins)
Gary Ramociotti
July 12, 2009
Dave, So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May God be with you this day and always.
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