Robert K. Sutton's Obituary
Decatur-Robert K. Sutton, 72, of Decatur, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2016 in his home.
Robert was born on March 10, 1944 in Decatur, Illinois, the son of George and Lorene (Tabor) Sutton. He married Christina Traxler but then later married Willie Beasley. Robert worked his whole life for Traxler Trucking and for Transport Service Company. He loved to sit down and enjoy coffee with his friends.
Robert leaves behind his wife Willie of Decatur, daughters Tina Calhoun of Mt. Zion and Yvette (Bob) Borchers of Bloomington, son Matt (Kris) Sutton of East Peoria, nine grandchildren, and one great-grandchild, sister Pat (Gary) Foster of Ohio, and sister-in-law Janice Nelson.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, brother Ken, and grandson Troy.
Services to celebrate Robert’s life will be 11:00 AM Friday, October 21, 2016 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the services. Memorials are suggested to the American Diabetes Association.
The family of Robert K. Sutton is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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