In Memory

Jim Sutton

Jim Sutton

James Henry (Jim) Sutton

Jim Sutton, a member of the Norman High School Class of 1966, passed away on October 2, 2017, after a yearlong struggle with pancreatic cancer.

He was predeceased by his parents, James and Allene Sutton, brother Stephen Sutton, and daughter Jolee Ann. He is survived by his wife, Loraine, daughter Jennifer and nephew James.

Jim worked in Delta, British Columbia, as a family counsellor for more than 30 years. He was committed to helping and supporting families and youth that struggled with conflict and relationship challenges. He began his full-time work with Delta Youth Services and retired with the Delta Boys and Girls Club. He enjoyed his last years working part-time with the staff and community of Tsawwassen First Nation.

He was born in Texas on July 5, 1948, and raised in Oklahoma. He came to Canada in 1969 and, aside from his love of American football, embraced all that was Canadian. He had a great appreciation for a society that offered a safety net for those in need.

Outside of work, he had many interests including photography, cycling, vintage bikes, fishing, and most recently cigars. His two big passions however were cooking and Big Two poker. He loved to travel and wished he had done more.

The family thanks the staff of 3rd Floor Surgical Ward, Surrey Memorial Hospital, Delta Hospital and Irene Thomas Hospice for their excellent care. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Covenant House Vancouver to help Delta street youth.

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10/01/19 01:29 AM #1    

Rich Eubanks

Jim was in Canada for years but I did run into him, and his daughter, in 2005 in Miami.  We were there for the OU/USC championship game and they came to our tailgate before the game.  I sure didn't know that'd be the last time I'd see my old friend.

 


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