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1933
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2017
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James Sutton Obituary
He was born October 30, 1933 in Hugo, Colorado to Leslie D. and Beulah M. Sutton. After graduating from Ignacio High School in 1952, James entered into the United States Navy, serving four years. He returned to Allison after his service years to pursue ranching and banking. He married Margaret (Tate) in 1961. They had two daughters.
James is survived by his wife of 55 years, Margaret; daughters: Vickie Sutton Gallegos (David) and Judith Becker (Kirk); two grandchildren: Natacia Neil (Ryan) and Garretson Becker (Noel) and two great-grandsons: Dayton and Kamden Neil.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Sat., February 11, 2017 at the Ignacio High School, 315 Ignacio St., with burial to follow at the Allison-Tiffany Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Allison Community Presbyterian Church, PO Box 1899, Arboles, CO 81121 or the Mt. Allison Grange, 11173 Hwy 151, Ignacio, CO 81137.
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Roger Candelaria
February 10, 2017
Jim was always willing to listen and help out where he could. A man of true charity and goodwill. May he rest in peace.
Bill and Brenda Blackmon
Brenda Blackmon
February 9, 2017
Mr. Sutton was so kind and always took great care of our horses. He treated them like they were his own and we knew they were in good hands while we were away. He was a treasure and will be missed.
Tracy Day Lucero
February 9, 2017
Jim hired me at Citizens Bank. That was my first job. He was the best boss and best man. He was like another father to me. He will be missed.
February 9, 2017
Loving, Caring, Accepting, Generous Man.
Shauna Ritz
February 7, 2017
I am honored to have had the pleasure of knowing James ("Pap.") He was an ever gracious, gentle, and endearing gentleman. In his own quiet way, he brought strength, dignity, and principle to every situation. He invested himself in cultivating the land, nurturing his treasured family members, and set an example of humility and honesty. One of his legacy gifts to the world is his beautiful family.
We never have to say goodbye to our loved ones, as they live on in our hearts and minds, and we carry forward the love that "endures all things," (1 Corinthians 13;7) through today, and all our tomorrows.
Viola Monroe
February 7, 2017
Du bist nicht mehr da , aber du bist überall wo wir sind und immer sind irgendwo spuren deines leben s . We will allways have you in our heart jim .
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