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Raleigh Sutton Obituary

Raleigh Cawood Sutton Charleston - Raleigh Cawood Sutton, 22, of Charleston, South Carolina, died early Friday morning, August 19, 2016 while being treated at MUSC as the result of sudden cardiac arrest. Family members were with him at the time of his death. Born on February 24, 1994 in New York City, Raleigh was enrolled as a student at the College of Charleston where his major courses involved Historic Preservation and Community Planning. He planned to attain his graduate degree in Architecture and become an expert in the restoration of historic or endangered architectural properties. A resident of Charleston since 2012, Raleigh grew up in Gladstone, New Jersey where he excelled in school and athletics and pursued his musical passions as a classical choral singer and popular DJ at parties. He was an avid lacrosse player and ardent conservationist, spending his last summer before college assisting in the restoration of New Jersey's Musconetcong River. A member of the Rho class of the College's Pi Kappa Alpha fraternal order, Raleigh's passions included fly-fishing and aquarium ecology. He worked part time as an aquatic specialist at Pet Smart in Mount Pleasant and enjoyed building tropical fish tanks for friends. Raleigh also enjoyed uploading and sharing his original musical compositions online. To know Raleigh truly was to grasp his favorite quotation, a line from author Robert A. Heinlein: "A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects." Raleigh leaves behind his grieving parents, Robert Edward Sutton, Jr. and Ginger Kalker Sutton of Mount Pleasant, and his younger twin brothers at home, John M. "Jack" and Luke P. Sutton. In addition, he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Shirley Peeples Sutton of Lady's Island, Beaufort; his aunts, Katherine Kalker of Williamstown, MA and Leisa Sutton Cantrell (Greg) of Clovis, CA; his uncles, Daniel W. Sutton, Tampa FL, Michael B. Sutton (Nan) and Mark W. Sutton (Lisa), both of Beaufort, and Peter Kalker (Tammy) of Saratoga, NY. Raleigh will be missed by his many cousins, fraternity brothers, teammates, and friends, and especially by his dog, Browser. A celebration of Raleigh's life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL. His family has asked that memorial gifts in Raleigh's name be directed to "Trout Unlimited - In Memorium: Raleigh Cawood Sutton", 1777 N. Kent Street, Suite 100, Arlington VA 22209. If you'd like a note confirming your donation, enclose any message along with the recipient's address with your check. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2016.

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Kristin Murphy

September 14, 2016

Dear Ginger and Bob,

David, Claire, Katherine and I are heartbroken to hear of Raleigh's death. We have many fond memories of him as a big brother, Sunday School student, and fun-loving child.

I cannot fathom the pain of losing a child on Earth. May you find comfort among family and close friends, and in each other.

With deepest sympathy,
Kristin, Dave, Claire and Katherine Murphy

Henry and Barbara Repp

September 1, 2016

Dear Bob and Ginger,
We just heard about Raleigh and wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We were actually in Charleston at the time of this sorrowful event and even in Mt. Pleasant. We didn't know that you had moved there. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy.

Mark and Mark Mitchell

August 31, 2016

Sending you our thoughts and prayers for peace in the knowledge that Raleigh is in the Lord's care and pain free. Please know we're here for support,as is the entire Wando family.

Lisa Streger

August 31, 2016

Bob and Ginger, We are so deeply saddened by the news. Raleigh will always hold a special place in our hearts for the kindness and friendship he offered our son. Please know our hearts and prayers are with you both and with Jack and Luke.

Paul Rossi

August 31, 2016

Bob and family, there are no words....only the good lord knows why. May He give you strength now and forever.

Patricia Robinson

August 31, 2016

Bob, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers

Jeff Edwards

August 30, 2016

Friends, I am speechless at such devastating news. May you know that our hearts are there for you...Jeff...I shall play "Goin' Home" to pipe Raleigh o'er the bar to the other side.

bob lacorte

August 30, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Heather

August 28, 2016

Dear Ginger, Bob, Jack, and Luke,

We are heartbroken for your family. There are no words for your unimagineable loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
The Meyers Family

Beth Cook

August 27, 2016

Bob Ginger Jack and Luke. Our hearts are heavy in hearing of the loss of your sweet boy Raleigh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Rusty and BETH Cook

David Di Somma, Jr

August 27, 2016

Heaven acquired an angel to soon. My best wishes to your family. I really enjoyed playing lacrosse with you over all the years.

Tom Carlin

August 26, 2016

Devastating news. Very sorry to hear about your loss. We liked Raleigh a great deal and feel like we lost part of the Gladstone Tavern family.

Claudia Wills

August 26, 2016

So sorry for your loss, it is so sad, and I pray that your family will have a lot of strength and comfort from God's family. Claudia Wills, Gladstone

Melinda Gillespie

August 26, 2016

Ginger, Bob, Jack & Luke,
We are so sorry & sad. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you & your family during this difficult time.
The Gillespies

Gail, Anthony and Gabrielle Reitano

August 26, 2016

We are saddened and heartbroken to learn of the sudden loss of Raleigh. He was a beautiful boy full of life and love. He will always remain in our hearts.

August 25, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our hearts and prayers are with you always.
Ron and Judy Silacci

Lee Sestrich

August 24, 2016

Dear Bob and Ginger
I am in shock and so very sad to hear the news about Raleigh. My heart is so heavy. My you find comfort in your family and the amazing memories you have of your oldest son. I'm thinking of you and wish I could hug you both. Love and prays! Lee Sestrich. From the GT❤

Connie and Roger Berardinis

August 24, 2016

Our hearts are so heavy to hear about your son. We pray for strength and comfort for your family and loved ones.

The Thomann family

August 24, 2016

So sorry to hear about Raleigh. He was good friends with my daughter Julie at BHS. I remember him coming to my house for Julie's sweet 16 party. What a nice kid. Your family is in our thoughts. Be well.

Donna Brooten

August 24, 2016

Bob and Ginger. Our hearts go out to your family. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Donna and Rick Brooten. Xxooxx

Pat & Bob Sheehan

August 24, 2016

What a handsome and talented young man. One of a kind, A diamond in the rough. A saint in human disguise ! May the angels take back his soul to Paradise !

BIll Harris

August 24, 2016

Bob, Ginger, Jack and Luke - Trish and I are at a complete loss for words. Our deepest sympathies to you all. Raleigh is indeed in our prayers.
Bill and Trish Harris

John Sweeney

August 24, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. I enjoyed coaching Raleigh because always brought a smile to my face.

Tom Schimoler

August 24, 2016

Bob, Ginger, Jack & Luke,
We are so saddened by your loss. Our hearts weigh heavy - our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, The Schimoler Family

Kathy Smoak-Crockett

August 24, 2016

Sending much love to you all and prayers that God's strength and love through family and friends will calm the ache of your tender hearts.
Love you all very much.
Kathy

Susan Tarrance

August 24, 2016

I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your loved one. May God bless and comfort you in this time of deep sorrow.

Stan/Marie Lawson

August 24, 2016

So sorry to hear about this, our prayers are with you and your family

Lisa and Joe Baker

August 23, 2016

A true southern gentlemen and a friend to all. Bless you Raleigh.

Susan Cato

August 23, 2016

To all the Sutton family,
My heart aches for you and the loss of your fine son and grandson. What a full and glorious life he lived, cut short too soon. May yourlove for each other and the support of those who love and surround you carry you through these days of hurt and the deepest pain you'll ever know. May God bless and comfort you. Sending prayers for all the Sutton family.

Paula Gray

August 23, 2016

To all of the Sutton Family,
I am so saddened by your loss. Raleigh always made me and others smile. He will be missed by so many. Please accept my heartfelt condolences . Paula Gray BHS

Claire Haas

August 23, 2016

Dear Ginger, Bob, Luke and Jack,
We were so deeply saddened to learn of Raleigh's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, The Haas Family

Connie Green

August 23, 2016

There are no adequate words. I'm thinking about the New Testament message of Jesus Christ, and that is Love. There is so much love being sent to your family, and I include myself as a sender. And now, Raleigh is in the loving arms of God. I am praying for your comfort. And I love you all.

Maxine Lutz

August 23, 2016

Our thoughts are with all of you in this profound loss.

John Bicks

August 23, 2016

Let the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to help get you through the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

John and Marie Bicks

Holly Vories

August 23, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
--Holly and Mike

The Steinfeldt Family

August 23, 2016

We are so terribly sad for your family and are sending much love and prayers to you all. There are really no words...

Norma P. Duncan

August 23, 2016

Please accept my sincere sympathy at the loss of this wonderful son, grandson, nephew, cousins and all the extended Sutton family. The loss of a child is so very great that it is very hard for one who has not experienced to fathom. Gd bless all of you.

Pat & Terry Moran

August 23, 2016

Dear Bob & Ginger,

We are so sorry for your son Raleigh's heartbreaking death.
It seems impossible to speak of any consolation in the face of such a bitter loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Heartfelt Sympathies,

Pat & Terry Moran

What a profound poem for such a young man!

Robert and Susan Nebelung

August 23, 2016

Our heart felt prayers for the Sutton family.

Russ Eidson

August 23, 2016

Your son is a brilliant young man and the world is less without him. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you and may you find some comfort in your sorrow from the love surrounding you.

Kendall & Shannon Erickson

August 23, 2016

So terribly sorry for your loss. The entire Sutton family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Tim Conroy

August 23, 2016

No words express grief and our tenuous hold on sanity at these times. On behalf of the Conroy family, we pray for all of your family and send our heartfelt condolences.

Art Palombo

August 23, 2016

Dear Ginger and Bob. Nothing can come close to truly expressing my sadness for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.

charles dickerson

August 23, 2016

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Amy Basnett Daughtry

August 23, 2016

Sending love and deepest condolences to all of you. Raleigh sounds like a uniquely grounded and gifted young man. I hope that wonderful me and the love of family and friends will comfort you all.

Joan Seigle

August 23, 2016

When Raleigh delivered a box of chocolates to my daughter in 6th grade, I knew he was a sensitive soul and one of a kind. We are heartbroken for the Sutton family.

Sara Sutton

August 23, 2016

Shine bright Raleigh!

Claudia Jepsen

August 22, 2016

Dear Ginger, Bob, John and Luke, What you must be going through right now is unimaginable to most of us. I wish you the strength and love to get it through it together. And know that I, and so many others, are thinking of you and sending you love. Claudia

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