SOUTH WHITLEY – Dennis W. Sutton, 61, Claypool, died at 3:15 p.m. May 28, 2014, in Parkview Regional Medical Center, Fort Wayne. He was born July 15, 1952, in Fort Wayne, to Richard F. and Alice Rose Shady Sutton. His formative years were spent in South Whitley, graduating from South Whitley High School. He was employed at Dayco, Wolf Cage & Supply for 19 years, Whitley Feeds in South Whitley for 11 years and lastly at Advanced Auto Parts. He was a member of Noble County Rabbit Fanciers, where he served as president and he was also a member of Indiana Bass Masters. Surviving are four brothers: Richard A. Sutton, Auburn; Robert M. (and spouse Beth) Sutton, Boyden, Iowa; Jeffrey L. Sr. (and spouse Becky) Sutton, Larwill; and Ralph David (and spouse Tanya) Linthicum, Corunna; a brother-in-law, Joseph Adams, Warsaw; and several nieces and nephews of three generations. He was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, Roscoe C. Linthicum; and a sister, Sherry Adams. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Smith & Sons Miller Chapel, South Whitley. Burial is in South Whitley Cemetery. Calling is from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. ***** Memorials to the final expense account payable to Smith & Sons Funeral Homes. Condolences may be sent via www.smithandsonsfuneralhome.com
