Joe A. Sutfin, 79, Clarksville, died Sunday August 24, 2008, at his residence. A memorial service will be held on Friday at 10 am at Trinity Episcopal Church with Father Mickey Richaud and The Rev. Dorothy Hartzog officiating.
He was born August 16, 1929 in Lawrenceville, Illinois son of the late Richard O. Sutfin and Mildred Andrews Sutfin.
Survivors include his wife, Margaret W. Sutfin; three daughters, Jane Falkner, Judy A. Sutfin, Jerri L. Sutfin, (Jimmie Davenport ); one brother, Jerry Sutfin (Donna); six grandchildren, Ryan, Ben, Molly (Hector), Michael, Tim, and Sarah; and two great-grandchildren.
Mr. Sutfin was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church and a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He was a professor of English at Alma College, Michigan.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Gateway Hospice, 1606 Haynes Street, Clarksville, TN 37043 or to Trinity Episcopal Church, 317 Franklin Street, Clarksville, Tn 37040.
Arrangements entrusted to Neal-Tarpley Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN. 37040. (931-645-6488). Online condolences can be made at www.neal-tarpley.com.