James Glenn “Jim” Sutton

James Glenn “Jim” Sutton, 80, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026.
 
He was born on July 12, 1946, in Riverside, Calif., to Leonard and Grace Sutton. With his father serving in the military, the family eventually settled in Aurora.
 
On March 4, 1967, he married the love of his life, Jean Ellen “Jeanie” Pendleton. Together, they made their home in Mount Vernon, where they raised their two daughters. They shared more than 58 years of marriage.
He worked at the Carnation can factory until becoming disabled in 1981. 
 
He was a proud member of Mount Vernon Masonic Lodge No. 99, A.F. & A.M., and the Abou Ben Adhem Shriners of Springfield. He was also associated with the Lawrence County Shrine Club. His involvement in these organizations reflected his generous heart, love of fellowship, and willingness to help others.
There were few places he would rather be than out on the water with a fishing pole in his hand. He loved sharing his knowledge, experiences, and stories with others and even wrote a weekly fishing column for the Lawrence County Record.
 
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jean Ellen “Jeanie” Sutton; his parents, Leonard and Grace Sutton; his parents-in-law, Walter and Elva Mae Pendleton; his brother, William “Bill” Sutton; his sister, Betty; and his son-in-law, Alan Walker.
 
He is survived by his two daughters, Michelle (Sutton) Walker and Lori (Sutton) Hampton and her husband, Marc; three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
 
A graveside service celebrating his life will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 11 a.m. at Pritchett Cemetery near Halltown,. Arrangements are under the direction of Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home in Mt. Vernon.
 
The service will be led by Jim’s dear friend, Max Springer.