Georgie (Jode) Sutton Obituary (1925 - 2011)

Georgie Franklin (Jode) Suttona"Our loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend returned to his Father in Heaven and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, October 17, 2011, after an extended battle with Alzheimer's. Jode was born in Troy, Kansas on August 24, 1925 to Mary Elizabeth Sutton. He was raised by his Uncle Elmer and Aunt Vida. He served time in the Navy on the U.S.S. Enterprise during World War II. Upon return Jode attended the Kansas Art Institute, graduating with a Bachelors of Fine Arts. He married his wife and sweetheart of 59 years, Carlene Verna Luse, and together they raised three children: Michelle Sutton, Mike (Becky) Sutton, and Ken (Susan) Sutton. They are the grandparents of ten grandchildren (and spouses) and nine great-grandchildren who all adored their Grandpa Jode. He is also survived by his sister, Floey Thomas and half brother, Donald Murphy. Dad moved his family to Brigham City, Utah after accepting a job at Thiokol. He retired as a Project Manager after 30 years. He was a talented and accomplished artist who was famous for his scenic paintings of historic Brigham City, and he participated in and won several art shows. He spent countless hours in volunteer projects such as little league coaching, distributing Gideon's Bibles, delivering Meals on Wheels, and various other church and community service projects. He was an active member of the Community Presbyterian Church. Dad loved animals, fishing, golf, camping, spending winters in Arizona, painting, and playing cards. He loved spending time with his family and always made sure his family knew who much he loved them. He was preceded in death by his sweet granddaughter, Candace Clark Mosser. The family would like to thank the staff at George E. Wahlen Veteran's Home for their caring and compassionate service to Jode. Services will be Friday, October 21, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 S. 100 E., Brigham City, UT with a viewing from 12:00 to 12:40 p.m. A viewing will also be held Thursday , October 20 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment in Brigham City Cemetery with military honors accorded. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Brigham City 205 South 100 East Brigham City, UT 84302 October 20, 2011 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM ServiceMyers Mortuary - Ogden 1875 Monroe Blvd Ogden, Utah 84401 October 21, 2011 1:00 PM CemeteryBrigham City Cemetery 325 So 300 East Brigham City, UT 84302 October 21, 2011