Linda Craine Suttles
June 14, 1950 ~ July 25, 2008
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Linda Craine Suttles, 58, of 23 Sequoia Trail, Leicester, died Friday, July 25, 2008, at the St. Joseph Campus of Mission Hospitals.
A native of Asheville, she was a daughter of the late Robert Stephen and Clara Rector Craine. She was retired as secretary to the Quality Control Manager of Square D, and she worked part time at First Baptist Church and in sales at J&S Chemical Co.
Mrs. Suttles was an active member of First Baptist Church where she was a deacon, former Sunday school teacher, and chair of the Missions Committee. She also worked with the AGAPE Puppet Ministry at the church and she loved to cook.
Survivors include her husband, Leon Suttles; two sons, Christopher Suttles of Marshall and Ethan Suttles of Charlotte; and a sister, Margaret Brown and her husband Grover of Leicester.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Tuesday at First Baptist Church with the Revs. Dr. Guy Sayles and Eddie Morgan officiating. Her family will receive friends one hour before the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 16-A Brozzini Court, Greenville, SC 29615.
Leon and Family – I wanted to tell you that I’m very sorry for your loss. Memories have come to mind of Linda in the Square D era and how she always had a wonderful smile and caring heart. My prayer is that Jesus will wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you.
Dear Leon,
It is with great sadness in our hearts that we send you our heartfelt condolscences. Words can not begin to convey how much our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family right now.
Her smile and loving nature was always seen. Linda will always be with you. To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. May all the memories you have made together and the times you shared, help you through. We are here for you if there is anything you may need.
Mike and Sandy
Leon,
Linda was one of the most likable people I have ever met. What a pleasure it was to have known and to have worked with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Ps. 23
Leon & Ethan:
I pray that the Lord holds you close this week. May the strong arms of Jesus, the arms that reached out with healing power, that motioned to still the raging sea, that took the nails that held his body on the cross while he purchased our salvation are the same arms that lift you up in your time of need. Please know that you both are in our thoughts, prayers and heart daily. I wish I could be there with you tomorrow as you celebrate Linda’s life. I know how much you loved her and she loved you both.
Marsha & Mike Mellott
Leon,
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
You are in my prayers
Leo,
I am extremely saddened to recieve the news of Linda’s passing. All of your friends at Kason send thier best wishes.
Our thoughts of condolence are with you in this difficult time.
Leon: It is with great sadness, that we extend our deepest sympathy on the passing of a dear friend. Linda will always hold a special place in our hearts. She was one of a kind and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Leon
I’m so sorry that Linda has passed on. I still remember her at our NADCA meetings. She was a fine lady, funny and very supportive of our chapter.
Lee and Ethan,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was always so sweet to us. Lee, you and Linda always looked so happy when together. I know there’s nothing a person can say to make this any better, but please know that if we can do anything for you our number is listed. Just call night or day. Ethan, your mom was so proud of you. From the moment I met the three of you she glowed when she spoke of you. I can’t express my condolences enough.
Leon and Family,
Cindy and I are deeply sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. I will miss her great southern way and infectious laugh. The world has lost someone very special. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Dear Leon and Ethan,
unfortunately we never met in the past but i got the information that your lovely wife & mother Linda passed away.
When i look at your guest book it feels like that you have many friends out there and Linda was a great person.
Our thoughts are with you.
André Eichhorn
& the AST team
Leon, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Linda, I so wish there was something I could say or do to help you make sence of all this, but all I am able to offer is that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Leon, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Linda, I so wish there was something I could say or do to help you make sence of all this, but all I am able to offer is that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Leon,
I was saddened to learn of the passing of your wife, Linda. While I never had the pleasure of meeting her, I know she must have been very special. You can never be prepared for this kind of tragedy – and my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Leon, let me know if there is anything I can do.
My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Edd Ingram
To the Suttles family: We’ll never forget the fun times our families have shared–especially snow skiing. Our trust and faith assure us that we will be reunited someday.
To Leon Suttles and his family:
We send our deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family. Linda was a pleasure to be around and was always exuberant. We are so sorry to hear the sad news. Just know that she has the ultimate peace now, which we can only strive to have here on Earth. We will continue to pray for your family during this difficult transition and will keep you in our thoughts as well.
Sincerely,
Monica and Leo Gruber
Our world will not be as great a place without Linda. I remember that she was a great wife and mother. As a PTA president she wanted eveerything to be perfect. Yes, she spoiled me.
May God give you the grace to live through this hour.
Dennis Brown
Leon,
I have been at a loss for words since hearing about the devastating complication Linda experienced. This was a scenario I never envisioned when I last saw you and called you out during the picnic dinner.
Be assured the Progressive family is standing strong beside you–as strong, if not stronger, than we did over the past few months.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
-Don & Terry Starkey
Lee and Ethan,
My heart goes out to you all. I can only support you in spirit, as I am out of town. Please accept my condolances.
Leon,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family,
Sincerely,
Wayne and Elizabeth Hertlein
LEON AND FAMILY,
WE WERE SORRY TO HEAR OF LINDA’S PASSING. SHE IS WHOLE AGAIN AND IN A BETTER PLACE NOW. MAY HER MEMORIES HELP YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. LOVE AND PRAYERS,
STEVE,SHARON,CRYSTAL,AND CHAD ROBERSON
LEON AND FAMILY,
WE WERE SORRY TO HEAR OF LINDA’S PASSING. SHE IS WHOLE AGAIN AND IN A BETTER PLACE NOW. MAY HER MEMORIES HELP YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. LOVE AND PRAYERS,
STEVE,SHARON,CRYSTAL,AND CHAD ROBERSON
I’ll always remember Linda’s cheerfulness, warm smile, and kindness. It seems like yesterday when I spoke with her at a Cane Creek Middle School play.
May your faith and happy memories help bring peace in your hearts.
God bless,
Leslie Hawes
Dear Leon and Ethan,
Words can never express our sympathy to you. We know your wonderful memories will give you strength and comfort as you go from day to day. I will never forget (when I was expecting Robert) my baby shower at Square D that Linda planned and prepared for – she did it all. It turned out just like her – simply terrific! These are wonderful memories.
Sincerely,
Rob and Deb Carter
Leon and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you face life without Linda. It was a joy to work with her at FBC. The service yesterday was a wonderful tribute to a life well lived.
Nancy Skillman
Leon, I am sorry to hear about Linda, she will be missed. When I hear about Square D folks passing I am saddened for I consider everyone I worked with truely a family member. She was a fine person as you well know because you choose her to be your wife.
Leon,
My deepest heartfelt sympathy in your loss. My prayers for comfort and peace during this time, but also joy in remembering treasured years which God has given you.
God Bless,
Marie
Linda was a dear friend. There are those who make impacts in one’s life, Linda was one of those individuals. I have many fond memories of her during the time we worked together. I will keep your family in my prayers. God Bless
Lee and Ethan,
You have been in our thoughts and prayers each and every day. Linda was such a wonderful caring person you couldn’t ask for a better Momma, wife, or friend. She will always be with you and you will always cherish your memories. Ethan I know your Mom is so proud of you and just know that she will be with you forever. Lee if there is ever anything we can do for your family please let us know. We love you and know that you will always be in our prayers.
David, Sheri, Cody, Casey, and Logan Webb
Leon, Chris, and Ethan,
Words could never express the sadness Gene and I are feeling for you. We have continually remembered Linda and you all in our prayers. As you know, Linda and I worked closely for so many years and we shared a lot of joys and some tears together. We both worked for managers with first names of George when Leon and Linda got married and I had the privilege of playing the organ for your wedding. There are so many memories we could share. Linda was a bright and beautiful person and loved her family so very much. I just know the Lord has something quite special for her to do in Heaven. Our prayers will continue for each of you.
In Christ’s love,
Gene and June Kay Ollis
Leon and family,you are in our thoughts and prayers.May the lord bless and comfort you all.
My heart is filled with happy memories of Linda and her beautiful smile and winning personality. I am hurting with you as you deal with this time of losing her to life as we know it, and knowing she has gone to a far better place.
Linda, warm and welcoming, with a zest for life and people. Among my memories of her is one in the West Buncombe Elementary Library working happily and tirelessly on a PTO project. Another by the pool, talking and watching the boys play in the water. Sometime through the years found out she’s family. All who ever knew her will mourn her; eventhough we know she is off to experience another more wonderful place, yet somehow, will be with her family always. To Ethan, Chris, Lee, and all who love her, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Bobby, Traci, Austin, and Logan
Lee and Ethan,
We have had you all in our prayers for many months now. Linda was such a wonderful person to know. Always smiling and laughing. What fun we had those couple of years watching and cheering those soccer games at Erwin. Always know that we cherished our time with Linda and you both.
God Bless you both.
Yolanda, Fred and Zach
Leon,
You have our thoughts and prayers. Linda was a good work freind and a lot of fun to work with. Patsy and I are sorry for your great loss.
Lee and Ethan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Linda was a pleasure to know and work with those many years and her caring spirit and warmth will be missed by all.
Lee & Ethan,
We just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and have been for the last several months. We care for you and hurt with you because of the loss of Linda. We have sweet memories of the time spent together with you and we will cherish those. Please know that we will continue to hold you up in prayer and pray that God will give you the strength and comfort you need in the days ahead.
With all our love,
Patti, Mike, Jordan, Jared, and Jacob Payne
Leon,
I was very saddened yesterday when I had heard the news of Linda’s death. I know words seem to fall short in times like this, but I want you to know that I have you and Ethan in my thoughts and prayers. My prayer is that God will give you the strength and comfort as you go through this difficult time. I cherish the memories that we all shared at our chapter functions. Linda had a wonderful spirit and God had shown himself through her in everything she did and how she carried herself in this life. She left behind a wonderful legacy for many to follow as an example.
In Christ,
Charlie
Leon: I have treasured knowing the both of you for many, many years… and the loss of Linda is indeed a tragedy. After a long journey through the hurt, please know that friends are in place to help you along the path and peace awaits you at the other end.
Becky and I were shocked and saddened to read of Linda’s untimely death. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lee and the boys (men) and the Browns.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your great loss. Linda was a lovely person and a dear friend. She was loved by so many and will be dearly missed. We worked in the same group at Square D for many years. She always had a big smile for everyone and had a loving heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
Warmest wishes,
Linda and Ethan,
Tiffany and I are praying for you as you navigate this difficult time. I am confident that Linda is helping you. I feel she truly made the transition from angel on earth to angel in heaven. I always remember her neverending encouragement, help and humor every single time I saw her. The world was truly blessed to have her. God bless you and know that you can lean on your friends when you need to do so. Love you guys.
Leon and Ethan,
We are all deeply saddened to learn of Linda’s passing. May God be your strength and High Tower and give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Leon & Ethan,
We just heard today of Linda’s passing. You have all been such wonderful friends to our family and we are praying daily for you both. Linda was a beautiful, sensitive person and her legacy lives on in her family and friends. She touched so many lives with her gentle, nurturing spirit. You are both exceptionally blessed to be the loves of her life. Please let us know if we can do anything for you. We will continue to pray for you both. May God give you peace during this time of sorrow.
To Leon and Family- Our deepest sympathies to you and your family in this most devastating loss. You are in our prayers. Phil Torchio Cascade Die Casting Group
To Leon and family, I would like to extend my condolences to you and the family for the lost your love one. I pray that God would keep you strong on the time of your bereavement. For He say that his strength is made perfect in our weakness. Leon keep your eyes on Christ Jesus knowing that he is in control. For He says that He will never leave you nor forsake you He’ll be with you until the end. I will keep you in my prayers.
Charles Oliphant
Leon, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that Bev and I are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Leon: We were completely shocked when we recieved an E-mail message from Marie at C.T.M. informing us of the passing of Linda. She was a wonderfull person and a joy to be around. Especially when my wife Carolyn sneezed with a mouth full of drink and nailed her. We are sure you will miss her very much. We had some real rough times when our son Tom passed 5 years ago. Please believe me that when you put your trust and faith in the Lord he will get you thru anything. We just have to trust and believe that God knows best.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Just remember that we will all see Linda once again when we get to Heaven.
Once again, our thought and prayers are with you.
Ed & Carolyn Gibbs
efgibbs1@aol.com
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you and your family on the passing of your wife.
Ian McKinley
Michelin
Leon, Our deepest sympathies to you, and your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Roehr Tool Corp.
We were deeply sorry to hear of Linda’s death, and hope her devotion to Leon and Ethan brings them comfort in the days ahead.
Leon and Ethan,
I have wonderful memories of Linda and you both from our time in Asheville; from RAs, VBS, and youth ministires. Linda’s compassion for my family is something I will never forget. Please know that we hold you both close in prayer especially during this most difficult time.
Leon, I’am very sorry for your loss
Leon, I am very sorry to hear of your loss.
Leon and Family, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. However, Linda is now walking the streets of gold waiting for us to join her some day. We love you and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. In His love, Jack and Brenda
Leon & Ethan,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Richard, Kathy, Becca & Raquel Cox
It was always a joy to see Linda’s pleasant smile while she was at Square D. May God comofort you in this time of sorrow.
Leon & Family
I am so saddened to learn of Linda’s tragic passing. She was such as pleasure to work with always smiling, cheerful, and helpful. Please accept my sincere sympathy and prayers for you and your sons.
Leon and family, we are saddened by the loss of Linda – a great lady who made everyone around her smile. She added extra sparkle to Progressive’s 2007 picnic when she wore that spectacular hat for our ‘Day at the Races’, showing her beautiful personality all the more. She is in a better place, and she is also in our hearts forever. God bless you.
Leon, I know that nothing we can say will ease your pain right now but please know that you and Linda are in our hearts and prayers and we hope you find some comfort in remembering your good times together.
Cy & Joanne
Dear Lee and Ethan,
I’m so, so sorry about Linda. What a precious woman, wife, mom, and PTA president!! I can’t even imagine what these past months have been like for you, but I imagine God’s grace has been evident! My dear Ethan, what a treasure you had in your mother! If I can ever help in any way – please call your Kindergarten teacher!
Love, Lorraine Griffith
Leon,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss…my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Dear Leon and sons,
We are so sorry to hear about Linda’s passing. You know she is in a better place with a new body. May God be close to you and help heal your loss until only the loving memories remain.
We remember Linda and you being great PTA presidents at West Buncombe Elementary. Linda did so much good in her life.
We send our deepest sympathy and prayers for the family.
Susan and Ed Anglin
It is with deep sympathy that I offer my condolences to Leon and the Suttles’ family. I had the pleasure of meeting Linda several times throughout the years and remember how she immediately welcomed me to her long list of friends. It was a pleasure to know and laugh with her. She will be thought of often and deeply missed.
Sincerely,
Arnold Eichhof (and the Prima family)
Leon,
Our sympathies go out to you and your family at this difficult time. We have fond memories of sitting and chatting with you and Linda at Progressive’s Holiday dinner in January. She’ll be missed by all.
Leon, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Linda. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you in this difficult time.
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My Dear Friend: It is with a heavy heart that both Carmela and I wish to extend our sincerest condolences to you and your entire family during this most difficult time. Please do rest assured that despite the distance between us, you remain in our thoughts and prayers. Should you have any need which we can address please just let us know for we are here for you. Be Well & Stay Strong.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.
We rejoice with you in the hope of heaven.
Clay & Shirley Adams