Kenneth Marion Sutton's Obituary
Kenneth Marion Sutton, 69, of Decatur, passed away March 30, 2021 at St. Mary’s Hospital.
Kenneth was born October 1, 1951 in Cairo, Illinois, the son of John and Ora Lee (Brown) Sutton. He worked as a journeyman for Western Publishing. In his free time, he worked out at the Vic Tanney Health Club. His greatest joy was being surrounded by family and friends at various gatherings.
Kenneth is survived by his children Valeka Jones (James) of Decatur, Kenny Shaw (Wanda) of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Sparkle Sutton of Decatur, Cordell Scott of Decatur, and David Sutton of Decatur; grandchildren Joshua Cliff, Trimarion Howell, Shimaria Howell, Cordell Scott Jr., Aria Scott, Za’Nya Scott, Neveah Shaw, Jayden Shaw, and Amaya Shaw; brothers Gary Sutton and Ina Rae Sutton (Anthony) of Racine, Wisconsin; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, and special friends Karen Moore and Jesse Pillow. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Timothy Shaw, grandchild Ja’Nariyah Scott, friends Shahara Foxie and Johanna Scott, and several brothers and sisters.
Memorials may be given to the donor’s choice.
Cremation services will be provided by Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Condolences may be left for the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com .
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