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Siobhan Renee Sutherland, 16, passed unexpectedly on July 6, 2016, at the York Hospital.
Born on March 28, 2000, in York, she was the daughter of Havilah A. (Smith) and Thomas J. Sutherland.
She was a sophomore at Suburban High School Autism Support LIU 12 Program.
Siobhan was a member of the York Suburban High School Choir, Autistic Support Class, and the Young Women's Class of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Shrewsbury Ward. Purple and green were her favorite colors. She enjoyed telling jokes (some of her making), going to the library, and visiting the dolphins at the Baltimore Aquarium.
She loved music, to sing, and to dance. She had her own style of dressing -- a big fan of headbands! She continued to give. Siobhan was a Gift of Life Donor. Her presence will be deeply missed by those whose lives she touched.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her parents; sister, Geri A. Sutherland; maternal grandparents, Georgia and Daniel B. Smith; aunts and uncles, Rebecca L. Smith, Sarah B. Glover, Katherine M. Sebring, Tanya S. Maggs, Daniel C. Smith, Cynthia L. Burkey, Douglas Baum, Barbara L. Beck, Jeanne T. Nelson, Donald Sutherland; and a host of cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. She was preceded by paternal grandparents, Jean E. and Gerard J. Sutherland.
The viewing will be on Saturday, July 9, 2016, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2100 Hollywood Drive, York, PA 17403. The Celebration of Life Service will begin at 1 p.m. with Bishop Richard Miles officiating. Interment will be in Geesey Cemetery, Shrewsbury.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to autismyork.com.
Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements.
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James Ackley
June 14, 2020
This is heartbreaking. I'm very sorry for your loss, Siobhan. You were the greatest friend I could ever have. Siobhan, we love you & we'll miss you. Rest in peace.
James Ackley
June 14, 2020
Rest in peace.
Paul Asay
July 12, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss! I will be praying for your family Thom...
Melissa Fitzkee
July 11, 2016
My heart goes out to Thom, Havilla and all the family and friends who loved this beautiful young lady.
Tommy Driftmyer
July 11, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Siobhan was a nice person.
The Driftmyer Family
Steve Gilchrist
July 10, 2016
We loved watching Shivy grow and find her voice. Her primary and Young Women companions grew to be her staunchest friends and defenders. Learning how to treat Siobhan was an immense growing experience for each of her friends, and it was rewarded with love.
I love you and your family, Shivy, and we Gilchrists miss you and pray for your parents because we know they miss you too.
Marce Holmquist
July 9, 2016
Deepest condolences for your loss & praying for your family. May God give you comfort & strength in the days ahead. Marce & Dave Holmquist
Elizabeth & Taryn Axe
July 9, 2016
With sympathy to Siobhan's family. We knew her from YSMS, my daughter is a student & I work in the Autistic Support program. Siobhan brightened everyone's day. She will be missed.
Joyce Hemler
July 9, 2016
Tom, Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of your lovely daughter. Hoping the next weeks and months ahead you find comfort in your memories of good times shared. Will see you when you return to work.
July 9, 2016
I send my deepest condolences to the Sutherland family. I loved watching Siobhan grow through the years when she was in Shrewsbury Elementary. I went with her on a field trip. We had a great time. I will always have memories of Siobhan .
God Bless,
MaryAnn Rankin
Dawn
July 9, 2016
We will miss seeing Siobhan at the library. I loved hearing her laughter as she watched a funny video or played a game on the computer.
My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Barbara Beck
July 8, 2016
I will love you forever and ever Siobhan. Love, Aunt Barb
Waverly Speranza
July 8, 2016
Siobhan really did have an amazing voice. She had a confidence and a unique flare about her. She was fun and it made my day to hear her sing. So many kids cant sing in front of crowds and she did it with such ease! We will all miss her and let God take care of her in heaven.
-waverly
Bonnie, Steve, John Winn
July 8, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with your family. John and Shivy have been in a lot of classes together through the years. We will always remember her. Love to you in this difficult time.
Lisa Boyer
July 8, 2016
Dear Sutherland Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I truly enjoyed watching Siobhan grow during her years at Shrewsbury Elementary School. She brought joy and smiles to the staff and students each day. We enjoyed her sense of fashion which she always wore proudly. Your sweet little girl is an angel now whose memory will live with us forever. Please know that I am praying for your family's healing hearts. May God bless you all!
Debbie Rines
July 8, 2016
The sweetest child of God has returned home. Praying you will find comfort in the days ahead. You are all loved.
Kyle Dunlap
July 8, 2016
I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathies to Siobhan's family and friends. I was a PCA with a student in Siobhan's room at York Suburban Middle School and board member of Autism York and thoroughly enjoyed without with her and seeing her at events. She was truly an amazing young woman who had a heart of gold. Her smile and happiness was contagious even on the toughest of days. She will be terribly missed by the LIU staff and by those at Autism York. Cherish the memories of this wonderful young woman and know she impacted many in her short time here on this earth.
Kim Moss
July 8, 2016
Havilah and Thomas,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your faith comfort you. Siobhan always had a smile.
susan braun
July 8, 2016
Havi and family- my words cannot express my sympathies... to lose her at such a young age....
Know that Uncle Fred, myself and Emily are sending hugs, love and prayers in this difficult time..
Love, Aunt Sue
Vicki See
July 8, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, Siobhan was a sweet Angel and "a friend with short hair when she was young" as Brock shared when I told him the sad news. May you find some peace and rest in knowing you will see her again. God Bless you all with Love, Vicki & Brock See
Larry & Joy Spangler
July 8, 2016
Tom and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God comfort you and bring you peace.
Marie
July 8, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. My thought and prayers are with the family. May god help you through this tragic loss.
David Y
July 8, 2016
Ork, my sympathies to you and your family.
Tiffany Domer
July 7, 2016
Only talked to her a couple times but she was so sweet and will be missed dearly at school
Danaeya Hill
July 7, 2016
I'm honestly at a loss of words. I have known her for 4 years. I loved helping her and all the other Autism support kids. I never viewed her as just another girl with Autism, she was a peer and also a great friends. I loved all of her Disney jokes that she made up and her trying out for the choir solos, and enjoying time in puzzle partners and the autism walk. Heaven really gained another angel.
Jacque Shockey
July 7, 2016
I loved how she would always quote movies and tell jokes. She was the reason I looked forward to day 6s in the school schedule just so I could play a game or two with her.
Brenda Hartman
July 7, 2016
Siobhan's smile and presence in the autistic support program will be deeply missed. I am praying that your faith helps you through this very difficult time.
Brenda Hartman-Supervisor, LIU Autistic Support Program
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