In memory of
Lavern "Vern" Sutton
May 23, 1932 -
May 2, 2019
It is with heartfelt sadness the family announces the passing of Elwood Lavern “Vern” Sutton, on Thursday, May 2, 2019 in his eighty-seventh year. He passed peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa with his wife Getra (nee Petherick) by his side.
Lavern was born May 23, 1932 in Fenelon Falls Ontario.
For more than 30 years, Lavern managed the Blackstock Arena. Many would remember him driving the Zamboni, preparing the ice for curling and tending the snack bar. For many years in Nestleton he was the Moto-ski snowmobile dealer providing sales and service. During the summer months he could be found operating his Sutton Sand and Gravel business. He had a degree in Small Engine Mechanics, a knack for fixing, rebuilding anything and was more than happy to share his passion with others. He was a quiet man with a strong presence, great sense of humour and profound kindness. He was the man you were honoured to call your friend and a hero to his family as he was always there when you needed him. Some of our fondest memories are a garage filled with gas, oil and blue smoke, fixing our cars and always having the tools and the part you needed “in the bus”. He loved his 3 ply Kleenex, stewed tomatoes and Black Cherry ice cream on his second piece of pie. Thank you for always being there for us in the good times and the bad. You are loved forever, these memories and many more will never be forgotten.
Predeceased by his parents Carmen and Ameda (nee Hogg), his brother Keir, and nephew Steven.
Beloved husband for sixty-five years of Getra (nee Petherick). Proud dad of Bruce, Donna (Rick), Jeff (Pauline), Debbie (Scott), Lynda (Dean), and Scott(Sulana). Loving grandfather of Stacy (Trevor), Halley, Sandra (Brian), Tiffany (Jeff), Kevin (Lindsay), Riley, Carson, Brian and Ava. Also missed by his great grandchildren, Taylor, Austin, Cassidy, Rylan, Sophie, Spencer and Sienna. Survived by his loving sister Marlene (George), his sisters in law Gail, Ora (Orval) and many other relatives and friends.
The family extends a sincere thank you to the nurses and staff of C7 wing of Lakeridge Health Oshawa for their compassionate care.
A private graveside service will be held at the Rosemount Cemetery in Peterborough Ontario.
