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In Loving Memory of

Reverend Robert M. Sutton

1944 - 2022

Services & Gatherings

Visitation:

Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Meriden United Methodist Church

Service:

Monday, January 24, 2022 at 11:00am
Meriden United Methodist Church

Reverend Robert "Bob" Michael Sutton, 77, of Topeka, passed away on January 18, 2022 at Midland Hospice Care.

He was born on December 19, 1944 to Kenneth and Katherine (Hawk) Sutton in Topeka, KS.

Bob graduated from Highland Park High School in 1963. He lettered in basketball, track, and football for all four years. He then attended Washburn University before joining the military. He served in the United States Army for 7 years during the Vietnam War before he was honorably discharged.

Bob started work for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company as a Lineman. During his career he held multiple positions including Training Supervisor and later earning the title of Safety Supervisor for Kansas. He retired after 29 years of employment.

After retirement he did multiple jobs like installing garage doors, insurance, and remodeling houses before entering into ministry for the United Methodist Church. He went to Mozambique, Africa as a missionary in 2000 and served for 3 years. On returning to the United States, he served in churches in Northwest Missouri and Eastern Kansas. Bob also served as a Chaplain at Aldersgate Village in Topeka.

On September 3, 1966, Bob married Camille Sutton (Ging) in Topeka at Highland Park United Methodist Church.

Bob is survived by loving wife, Camille; children, Andy Sutton and Jared (Emily) Rudy; brother, William "Bill" (Dena) M. Sutton; grandchildren, Michael Sutton, Allison (Colby) Speck, Brooklyn Rudy, Carli Jo Sutton, and Evelyn Rudy; great grandchild, Jaighme Sutton, Madison Speck, Ellie Rae Speck, Ryleigh Sutton, and Riggs Speck; brother-in-law, Bill Elkins Sr.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by both of his parents; son, James Kenneth Sutton; and sister, Marilyn K. Elkins.

Visitation will be held Sunday, January 23, 2022, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Meriden United Methodist Church in Meriden, Kansas

Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 24, 2022, 11:00 am at the Meriden United Methodist Church.

Cremation will follow and inurnment will take place at a later date at West Lawn Memorial Garden.

Memorials are suggested to the 'UMCOR United Methodist Committee on Relief' or to the 'Foundation 4 Orphans' and sent in care to, 90 Julian Drive, Hamden, Connecticut 06518, United States.

Memories & Condolences

I will always remember making house calls with Pastor Bob. It was from those experiences that the Peace Magnet was created.

Doug was recalling how much fun the Cosby Zion youth had going on float trips and all the other activities led by Bob. Bob planted many good seeds that are blossoming for Christ to this day. And we thank him immensely. He was greatly loved and appreciated and will be greatly missed.

~ Victoria Sample - January 30, 2022

Berryton United Methodist Church memories. Condolences to the Sutton family and friends.

~ Lori Meens - January 23, 2022

Working with Bob in the safety department at SWBell was so much fun. We made many great memories! I will never forget his kindness and great sense of humor.

~ Joyce Weaver - January 23, 2022

Camille and Family

Sorry for your loss. Many fond memories of Bob. So blessed to have crossed paths with such a wonderful gentleman. Prayers for you all.

Sherri Stous-Scheideman

~ Sherri Stous-Scheideman - January 22, 2022

Numerous newspaper photos and articles, plus countless yearbook pages of Bob's high school activities, will keep his memory alive. Bob lived life to the fullest, and though I have lived near St. Louis ever since graduation in 1963, I was privileged to visit with Bob at several of our school reunions. All of us will miss his presence at our gatherings.

~ Judy Hunt Mitchell Petero - January 22, 2022

Jared and family,

I am very sorry for your loss! Please accept my condolences as you go through this difficult time. Take care of each other.

Love,
Joyce

~ Joyce Fergel - January 22, 2022

Dear Camille & family,

Grace to you, and peace in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ as you grieve Bob's death. I am so sorry for your loss and pray you are covered with God's comfort and hope. While I knew Bob only by sight and his ministry, I do know you, Camille and Andy, and hold you in my heart. Look for the blessings.

God be with you,
Rev. Sandy Vogel

~ Sandra Vogel - January 22, 2022

Berryton United Methodist Church memories. Condolences to the Sutton family and friends.

~ Lori Meens - January 22, 2022

Was good friends with Bob in high school. He was a great individual and a good friend. The world will miss him! Rest in peace Big guy ! You did good!
Barry

~ Barry Flohrschutz - January 22, 2022

Bob and Camille were leaders of the Meriden United Methodist Church when I served as pastor from 1976-81. Faith and family were their guiding values and helped grow a loving church. Bob helped foster discipleship, promoted learning, served on committees, and expanded the church's witness. His interest in ministry continued to grow, answering God's call to serve Christ is several places. May God comfort Camille and family.

~ Larry Fry - January 21, 2022

Camille and all, the word of Bob's passing is hard to hear. The amazing work you both did in Africa and in ministry in the States are a tribute to your love and God given abilities. It was an honor to have been a small part of the joy you brought to the maternity hospital.

Be in care for yourselves as you are under the watchful eye and love of our creator and heaven's newest angel.

~ Cathy Cole - January 21, 2022

Andy and Camille,
So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. Have the greatest childhood memories of having you guys as neighbors. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

~ Amy Knight (Loy) - January 20, 2022

So sorry to hear about Bob's passing. It was great to see to two of you recently at my dad's visitation. Please reach out and keep in touch anytime where we live so close. Nancy

~ Nancy Ott - January 20, 2022

Camille, Andy and families, I am so sorry to hear about Bob. He was such a sweet man. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

~ Debbie (Inman) Parks - January 20, 2022

Camille & Andy,
So sorry for your loss. Bob was such a kind and gentle man. His race is finished.
Blessing Jafawn

~ Jafawn Burghart - January 20, 2022

First met Bob in grade school and he was a good friend and teammate through high school. We kept our friendship through the years. Rest In Peace my friend.

~ Russ Reynolds - January 20, 2022

Deepest sympathy to Camille at this sad time and prayers for comfort.

~ Joy Thompson - January 20, 2022

Dear Camille, Andy and Jared and families,
We were so sorry to learn of your loss of Bob. We're thankful for the times we spent with all of you and that we experienced Bob's gentle spirit. We have many fond memories over the years. May the happy memories and God's love give you comfort in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of you.
Garold & Linda Smith

~ Garold & Linda Smith - January 20, 2022

Camille,

So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. You both are large in my memories of Berryton, and the part you played in my growth in Christ. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.

~ Ed Haselwood - January 20, 2022

We enjoyed being in Sunday school with him. Bob was so helpful when we started raising sheep. He was so kind to come over late one night to help deliver a lamb.

~ Billie Segrist - January 20, 2022

Bill, my sincere condolences to you and family on the passing of Bob. Played on the basketball team with Bob (as I did with you) and he was always pleasant and friendly to talk to.

~ Eddie Michael - January 20, 2022

I knew Bob only a short time while he was at my grandparents church however he had a heart of gold and a heart after the Lord and the was what needed in this world! The world needs more people like him!!! Prayers to the family

~ Larise Russo - January 20, 2022

We recall fondly hosting the Sutton's at our home when they attended a Methodist Annual Conference. Our prayers are with his family and peace be with them Suzy and Ray

~ Ray Makalous - January 20, 2022

I remember Bob with great fondness. He was a gentleman. Every encounter with Bob was always uplifting. He will be missed. RIP Bob.

~ MAX SCOTT - January 20, 2022

Camille and family, my prayers go out to you during this difficult time. I went to school with Bob and knew him to have a kind and gentle heart. He was a very special person. I am sure he will hear the Lord say to him, " Well done my good and faithful servant." I am so saddened by the news of his passing.

~ Karen Newell Bosch - January 20, 2022

Camille and Andy.

Our deepest condolences on Bob's passing. I have so many fond childhood memories as neighbors. I find comfort knowing that Jamey was waiting for him. You're all in our prayers.

Brian & Jodi Loy and family

~ Brian Loy - January 19, 2022

Camille and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Bob passing away! We have fond memories of our small group Marriage Encounter! His letters were insightful! We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!
Mary Ann & Gary Newham

~ Mary Ann Newham - January 19, 2022

Camille and family, I just heard the sad news today of Bob's passing.

So sorry. I always considered him to be such a sweet boy in high school, and a good, kind man.

Thinking of you with prayers.

Connie Deedrick

~ Connie Deedrick - January 19, 2022

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