John Norman SUTHERLAND

John Norman Sutherland November 13, 1916 - May 18, 2004 In his 88th year, on May 18, 2004, passed away in peace surrounded by the family near and by the thoughts of those more distant. Survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Lorraine (Rycroft) and sadly missed by his children, Norman Paul, Donald Ernest (Jackie), Ruth Louise and Barbara Anne (Al). Cherished by grandchildren: Neil Michael, Jay Ryan, Elizabeth Anne and Graham John and warmly remembered by relatives and friends. John was born in Grimsby, Ontario, a UE and was an active member of St. John The Evangelist Anglican Church in Hamilton. For over 50 years, he belonged to the United Association of Steam Fitters, Pipe Fitters and Plumbers (Local #67). He was a veteran of World War II serving in the 47th L.A.A. Battery and a 50 year member of Grimsby Union Lodge No. 7, AF & AM. John was an avid supporter of the City of Hamilton and the Tiger Cats and his absence will be noticed by the season ticket holders at the 50-yard line. Together with his wife, he enjoyed and supported many arts in the city he loved. A toast to a craftsman, a mentor and a true egalitarian! Friends will be received at the DODSWORTH & BROWN Funeral Home, ROBINSON Chapel (King St. E. at Wellington) on Thursday, May 20th from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday morning at 10:00 o'clock at St. John The Evangelist Church, 320 Charlton St. W. Interment at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Lung Association would be greatly appreciated by the family. The family wish to thank the doctors and nurses at St. Joseph's Hospital for all their care.