William Ross Sutton

April  24th, 1957 January  10th, 2025
Arlington, Texas
William Ross Sutton

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Obituary

Ross Sutton, age 67, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 17, at Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home, 4350 River Oaks Blvd, River Oaks, Texas. A Celebration of Life will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 18, at the same location, with a reception to follow in the Drawing Room of Thompson's Harveson & Cole.

Ross was born on April 24, 1957, in Bakersfield, California, to Dorothy and Raymond Sutton. A 1975 graduate of Lafayette High School, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University, where he was a proud member of the Kappa Alpha Order.

In 1981, Ross began his career with Bass Enterprises, dedicating 38 years to the company. He retired in 2019 after the company’s acquisition by ExxonMobil, in which he played a key role. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ross embraced a vibrant and adventurous life filled with hobbies and passions. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and skiing. He was a proud member of Ducks Unlimited and the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA). Ross also loved a good game of chance at the casino, traveling to new places, and indulging in culinary adventures, whether at a fine restaurant or in his own kitchen.

Ross had a deep love for music and the arts, showcasing his talents as a pianist, singer, and actor. A true Cajun at heart, he took pride in his heritage, narrating Mardi Gras pageants, cooking Cajun cuisines and supporting his LSU Tigers. His lively spirit and sense of humor will be missed by all who knew him.

Ross was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Raymond Sutton, and his brothers, Raymond Sutton Jr. and Steven Sutton.

He is survived by his children: Scott Sutton; Lauren Green and her husband, Stefan; and Michael Sutton and his wife, Michelle. He also leaves behind their mother, Margaret Sutton; grandchildren, Karson Green, Kendall Green, Khloe Green, and Gemma Sutton; sisters-in-law, Cindy Sutton and Nancy Sutton and many nieces and nephews.
 
Ross Sutton's legacy of love, laughter, and zest for life will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

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January 14, 2025
My heart goes out to Ross' entire family and to all of his many friends. After nearly 50 years of close friendship, story-telling, and rooting together for his beloved LSU Tigers, I will miss him terribly. We first met at an LSU fraternity rush party and got into such a great conversation that we "forgot" to talk to anyone else. A few weeks later, he joined the frat and thrilled me by asking me to be his Big Brother. We ended up sharing an apartment until graduation.

Ross had such a uplifting joie de vivre. His ear-to-ear smile and robust laugh could energize an entire room. And, he was an incredibly talented musician and organizer. Any time his fingers tickled a keyboard, anyone in earshot would gather round to "sing along with Ross". Toni and I pray for comfort for Margaret, Scott, Lauren and Michael. Godspeed my dear friend.
Emmett Vollenweider
January 13, 2025
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Our deepest condolences to the Sutton family.

Mahin Masoumalizadeh

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We will come together to remember and pay tribute to Ross' wonderful life.
Location
Thompson's Harveson & Cole
4350 River Oaks Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76114
Date/time
Visitation
Friday, January 17th 2025 from 6 to 8pm

Memorial Service
Saturday, January 18th 11am
Reception to follow
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