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Funeral Ceremony: 2 p.m. Sunday, March 7, 2021, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora
Interment: Floral Garden of Memories Cemetery
Visitation: 1 p.m. until time of service on Sunday at the funeral home
It is requested that all those in attendance please follow Illinois mandate guidelines and wear a mask and practice social distancing.
Mildred I. Sutton, age 91, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, March 4, 2021, at her home.
She was born November 7, 1929, in Rinard, Illinois, the daughter of Charles Henry and Ola (Hayes) Baker. She was united in marriage to Darell Bowen and he preceded her in death March 29, 1982. She later married John M. Sutton and he preceded her in death September 25, 2016.
Mildred had worked at the garment factory, Jaco’s Dime Store, and had managed Murphy’s in Flora. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, visiting with people, and especially looked forward to gathering with retired Murphy’s co-workers for dinner. Family was very important to Mildred and she cherished her time spent with them.
She is survived by 2 sons: Darell (Sherry) Bowen of West Palm Beach, Florida and Roger (Debbie) Bowen of Flora; a daughter: Ada (Chris) Kessel of Flora; 8 grandchildren: Lindsey, Alison, Michael, Josh, Sara, Chad, Levi, and Luke; 10 great-grandchildren; and a sister: Mary Milner.
She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands: a sister: Mona June Sager; and 2 brothers: James and Elmer Baker.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 7, 2021, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Floral Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 p.m. until time of service on Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to any charity of the donor’s choice and will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com
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So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed. She wasn't my aunt but she seemed like one. I will remember her always. Prayers for you all.
Sorry for your loss. Remember her well. She was a wonderful lady. Prayers of comfort for all the family.
So very sorry to hear of Mildred passing ,now Mona and her sister Mildred can rejoice in Heaven together, she was my moms neighbor , mom loved to visit her and see her new crochet items ,
So sorry for the loss of your mother she will be missed dearly
Thoughts, prayers, and hugs.
Mildred was always smiling and cheerful no matter where I saw her working and was very proud of her boys. R.I.P Mildred, you will be an asset in heaven
So sorry for your loss. Mildred was a wonderful lady and I really enjoyed working with her at GC Murphys all those years ago🙏🏻
Sending prayers for you and your family ada.
Sorry for your loss but Heaven gained another angel. She was an awesome lady I love talking to her. Prayers to the family.
Ada, sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a sweet lady and will be missed in the neighborhood.
so sorry for your loss our deepest sympathy to all of you
Ada, so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Peace be with you. Hugs to you and Chris.
Praying for you all!! She was a wonderful lady!!! So great to them when my grandsons went down 7th street to visited her!!!!
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Ada, so sorry to hear this. Many prayers and hugs to you.
We are so sorry for your loss. May God give your family love and comfort.
So sorry to hear about Mildred's passing. Deepest sympathy to all. I hope all the memories you have of Mildred will help you get thru this trying time.
My thots & prayers r with the Family & Friends of Mildred. May they all receive peace from the fond memories left behind. God bless.
So sorry to hear about Mildred. She was a good neighbor and friend to my mother, Louise VanDyke. Mildred was a great lady.
Will miss her so,I sat with her most most Sunday,s at church she was a good friend.
God has a wonderful lady in heaven.. what a jewel on earth making quilts and blankets for anyone. Now doing this in heaven for the lord. Bless you all to the family. I'm so sorry. Hugs to all..
Ada & Roger... my heart goes out to you as your mom was the same age as my mom when she passed away & no matter how old they are, we're never ready to let them go. May God wrap His loving arms of comfort around you and your family & give you the peace that passes all understanding. You are in my prayers. 💖
We are sorry for your loss. Your family has suffered your share of losses and now the birth of a new child. It just shows that time does not stand still. Embrace each moment.
Frank & Bright Funeral Home
and Cremation Services
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Flora, Illinois 62839
Phone : (618) 662-2141
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