Name: Celebration of Life for Calvin John Sutherland
Start: 2015-05-16T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-05-17T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Larkin Mortuary

Our beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend, Calvin John (CJ) Sutherland passed away on May 7, 2015 in a tragic car accident near Price, Utah.
CJ was born to Roger and Marilyn Sutherland on September 11, 1982. He loved sports. Michael Jordan and John Elway were his heroes. He played baseball, football and raced BMX bikes.
He graduated from Alta High school in 2001 and was a proud member of the Alta Hawk's football team.
CJ had a huge heart. He loved his family and had countless friends. He loved all animals and every kid he met.
He is survived by his mother Marilyn Brown (Scott), his brother Justin (Misti) Sutherland, sisters, Jenifer Sutherland (Jake Allen), Casey (Corey) Crawford, and Chandler and Lexi Brown. He was proceeded in death by his father, Roger A. Sutherland.
A gathering in celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Larkin Mortuary 1950 E. 10600 S. Sandy, UT.
We are comforted in the knowledge that he is free and finally at peace. We all love and will forever miss you, Moose!

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from May 10 to May 12, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Calvin Sutherland

41 Entries

John

January 10, 2021

I miss you C J. It’s only gotten harder as time has passed. I’m at a cross roads in my life at the moment well I shouldn’t say that I just need a little confidence to tell chanelle that I love her and have been lost this whole time with out her. To tell her that I’m sorry and she will always be my home. I hope your ok up there or wherever you are. Until we meet again brother.

Raquel McMillan

May 16, 2015

CJ is one of a kind I am thankful I had the opportunity to meet such a wonderful young man and call him my friend he will be missed by many. Marilyn please know that you are in my thoughts and I am so so sorry for your loss your a WONDERFUL woman and what a GREAT mother you were to have raised a man like CJ working with both of you was something I will always remember he loved you so much and we all knew how much you loved him. You are in my prayers and again I am so sorry for you loss. Love you Raquel (Welchie)

Krista Johnson (Provstgaard)

May 16, 2015

My most deepest and sincere condolences go out to the family and countless friends who's lives were deeply touched by CJ. A beautiful soul and life taken too soon and will be remembered always. Fly free and Rest in Paradise friend.

Jamie Conger Webster

May 16, 2015

Dear Marilyn, you have been in my thoughts and prayers constantly this last week. I am unable to make it to his service and I'm very upset about it, I want to give you a big hug. Id love to come visit next time I'm up there. I feel extremely blessed to have had the opportunity to be CJs friend. I'm so grateful for the memories of middle school and high school and especially grateful for our "check in" conversations over the last 2 years. I can't imagine your heart break, CJ always let the world know how much he loved his mom, I pray you are comforted Marilyn! Thank you for raising such a wonderful son! I'm thankful he was such a good friend of mine!

Dale Erickson

May 15, 2015

My beautiful friend, Marilyn,
I pray that vast treasure of content that is CJ's today will fill your heart and the hearts of all those he leaves behind. I am so grateful to have you in my life, and to have known CJ through you. May you find peace in the arms of our Savior. Love, Dale

Mandy Anger

May 15, 2015

Marilyn,
So many memories of Tyler and CJ. They and Zac were inseparable, in fact, I believe CJ was one of Tyler and David's first friends after we moved to Draper. He was truly one of the sweetest, kindest, happiest guys. I know he will live on in the hearts of his friends and family.

May 14, 2015

Jen and Jake Allen we are saddened by the loss of your brother under tragic circumstances. May he rest in peace. We are thinking of you during this time.
Dave and Rose

Dave and Morgan Anger

May 14, 2015

I love to see these pictures of Cj. He truly had the most "smiley" eyes. The biggest smile and even bigger hugs. I have many many memories of my youth and high school days with him. Marilyn...I heard CJ speak on so many occasions of his absolute unconditional love for you. You were a light in his life! May you be wrapped in peace and love and comfort and beautiful memories. Till we meet again CJ...rest in peace with the Angels. Much love from our hearts to yours... David and Morgan Anger

Adrienne Sanders

May 14, 2015

What a great pic of CJ. He looks so much like his dad there. Mare Bear, Justin and family, I am so saddened by your loss. CJ was a wonderful person with an infectious smile and laugh. I hope you find peace at this difficult time.

Brad Hasna

May 14, 2015

Justin, Marilyn, and family.

I am so sorry for your loss. We had so many great times with CJ. You all will always be in our hearts and in our prayers.

May 13, 2015

My CJ, I have loved you since the moment you where born. You and my children were the greatest of friends. I have always had a huge place in my heart for you! I hope you have found your family, Grandad and Grammy and that you are having a great time! I love you with all my heart! I will make sure your Mom is O. K. Rest in peace my Love,
Auntie Cathy

Don Ward

May 13, 2015

As a teacher at Alta, I know that all of Alta loved your son's friendly, outgoing and magnetic personaliy. He was a friend to all and kind to all. So very sorry to hear is his passing and your loss.

Becky George

May 13, 2015

Justin, And Marilyn and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, What a great kid CJ was. I remember him when he was just a kid, coming to see his Dad and brother at Sutherland Title, and occasionally when he would come to see you lately Justin. I know how you loved him. Loosing a brother is a very difficult thing to go through, but he is a peace. Love you and thinking of you always. Beck

David and Spring Johnson

May 13, 2015

Marilyn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart aches for you. We will keep you in our prayers.

Lisa McConochie

May 12, 2015

Dear Marbo- When I heard the news I couldn't believe. He was such a warm, sweet loving man and his hugs were the best. I know how much you love him and I know he loved you the same. I hope you can find some peace during this tragic time in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you Mar.

May 12, 2015

Marbo- I am so sorry to hear of CJ passing. I know you love him so very much and he loved you just the same. His hugs were so sweet and warm. I hope you can find some peace during this tragic time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Scott and your family. He will be missed. Love you Marbo.

Heather (Pelley) Holliday

May 12, 2015

My first memory of CJ was playing basketball with him in 5th grade at Draper Elementary. He was such a fun loving person to be around. He was always so sweet to me. I will never forget his big smile. RIP CJ you will be missed ....

Rod Hyde

May 12, 2015

Marilyn and Family,
It has been years since I left the Salt Lake Valley for Idaho but news travels fast. I answered the phone to hear, "Coach, Coach this is Tyler Anger..." with great difficulty he told me of CJ's passing. Marilyn, my heart is breaking for you, I know in a small way how you love him. He brought all of us incredible moments of joy when his number was called. You will remember it as the 43 cross. He scored many a touch down from that simple play and always showed up big time on game day. I know that there were times that I required a lot from him, especially during practice, which amused him at times...but was he ever a game day player. He along with his team mates afforded me some of my most treasured memories. My regret is that I didn't stay in touch with him, he was a special friend, I loved him like one of my own. I know that he is in a good place and that he has had a chance to greet those who have preceded him, they have welcomed him home. CJ, thanks for the memories my friend, until we meet again... Coach Rod Hyde

Kim Capilli

May 12, 2015

When I read of your passing I was instantly sadened and shocked. You where such a sweet guy with a beautiful smile! RIP CJ and may your family find peace and happiness during this incredibly tragic time.

Linda Oliver

May 12, 2015

Dear Marilyn,

What a fine young man you raised! I can only imagine the heartache you feel at this time and my heart and tears go out to you. I loved having this little curly-haired boy in my home when you lived in Taylorsville. May God bless you and help you through this time... and each day after.

Russ and Jill Iverson

May 11, 2015

Marilyn I am so sorry for the loss of CJ. I know how proud you are of him and how much he was a light of your life. What a tragedy for you. I wish you comfort at this sad time in your life. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 11, 2015

You are a true warrior until we meet again Rest in peace

May 11, 2015

The Sutherland and Marilyn & Scott family....we were shocked to hear CJ passed. Such a big heart. He was an awesome guy! He will be so missed. He gave great hugs and his smile was infectious!!! God speed CJ we love you!!!
Jeff and Andrea Bridgeforth, Riverton

May 11, 2015

The Sutherland and Scott family....we were shocked to hear CJ passed. Such a big heart. He was an awesome guy! He will be so missed. He gave great hugs and his smile was infectious!!! God speed CJ we love you!!!
Jeff and Andrea Bridgeforth, Riverton

Merlyn Buchanan

May 11, 2015

Marilyn,
So very sorry that you have to go through this, CJ was a great kid.

May 11, 2015

Marylin, Scott and family...So sad to hear this news of CJ's passing. Our hearts are with you as you greive. He was taken much too soon. We love you. Love Jeff, Peteie and family

Cindy Borg

May 11, 2015

Marilyn;

Bless your heart there are no words, just know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Emily Pierce

May 11, 2015

When I saw the FB thread of a friend that was lost I couldn't believe it. It never gets easy hearing of a friend that has passed. CJ was always one that could be found in the halls at school with a smile on his face. He welcomed all with a hug. And was the last one to judge anyone, he accepted all. Even after school, when I would run into him, he would still stop and "check in" and we would catch up. He is a friend that will never be able to be replaced. He impacted so many peoples lives in a positive way. My heart, thoughts, and prayers, go out to the rest of his friends and to his family. He was an amazing man and will be greatly missed.

Stacey Day

May 11, 2015

Miss Mar,
Word will not be able to express how I am feeling and just how much I truly love CJ and his Mama. As others have stated, he gave great hugs. I was the recipient of at least one of those. May you and Scott and CJ's siblings feel the warmth of those hugs every time a hug is needed and wanted.

Love you all!

Heather Scow

May 11, 2015

We will miss you CJ. Prayers and love to your family.

Alexander Platts

May 10, 2015

I saw this posting on Facebook an although I don't know him personally ....any loss of life will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to the family.

Roger and Cheryle Fowler

May 10, 2015

Dear Marilyn and Scott,
Words can not express our feeling of your loss.
We love you and will be in Salt Lake and to hug you next week.
Roger and Cheryle
Roger & Cheryle

May 10, 2015

CJ was very lucky to be a part of such a wonderful loving family. Lots of heartfelt love and prayers coming your way from me! Diana

May 10, 2015

What a great pictures of CJ. This is the way I'm going to remember him. Loved his great laugh and his warm hugs. Our hearts are broken for your loss, Marilyn and Scott.
Love, Rob and Sue Anger

May 10, 2015

CJ, you are forever with the angels now! We send all our love to Marilyn & all of our Utah cousins! Madalyn McIntyre Martinez & the rest of your CA cousins

Margie Ludington

May 10, 2015

Marilyn and Scott... Love, love, love you. I am so sorry for your loss. Glad you are in my world. Margie. Hugs to you both.

Denise Lauridsen

May 10, 2015

Marilyn, My heart goes out to you and your family on this sad sad day. There is nothing worse than a child leaving this earth before a parent or losing a sibling. You are in my prayers and thoughts, love you, Denise

Lorena

May 10, 2015

You will be missed CJ. Please know that you are loved and also your entire family.

Leslie Rowberry

May 10, 2015

My heart breaks for your family. CJ was so amazing and always so kind and had a smile that would just brighten your day. May you find comfort during this difficult time. I am so sorry. Love ya Marilyn.

Cody Bruening

May 9, 2015

I don't know that I can share just one experience as there are way too many. I will say that CJ was the one person I could always count on and he was the first one there for me during my numerous season ending injuries in high school. I say numerous because there were many, but without fail no matter what, CJ always found me, didn't say a word but walked up and gave me a big hug. With all the turmoil going on and how much pain I was in the one thing I remember are those hugs. CJ always did whatever he could to make those around him feel better. As he said he was the realist, he truly was one of the most real people that I've ever met. CJ and I went our separate ways after high school and lost touch until a few years ago when I saw him and when I did, nothing had changed, he was the same guy I had always known and loved. I wish like so many others have stated that I would have never lost touch with him, he truly was one of a kind. I send my deepest condolences, if there is anything I can do for the family please let me know, I love and miss you as well Marilyn.