Mrs. Alma Allene Sutton

Alma Allene Sutton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated educator, passed away on January 27th, 2024. She was born on January 28, 1932, in Crossroads, Texas to Colonel and Willie Turlington.

Allene completed her education in Crossroads, attending both elementary and high school there. She then pursued her passion for learning and graduated from East Texas State University in Commerce, Texas.

On June 22, 1951, Allene married the love of her life, Eddie Sutton, at Oak Cliff Baptist Church. They were blessed with two sons, Richard and Steve, and were happily married for 57 years until Eddie's passing in 2008.

Allene dedicated herself to a career as an educator, making a lasting impact on the lives of countless children. She was the first kindergarten teacher at Mabank ISD and taught for 28 years. Allene's dedication and exceptional teaching skills earned her the Teacher of the Year award at Lakeview Elementary during the 2000-2001 school year. Even after retirement, her love for teaching led her back to Lakeview for two more years. Allene cherished each and every one of her students and considered them "her kids."

Outside of her career, Allene actively participated in various community and social organizations. She was a proud member of the Spanish Shores Senora's Club for over 30 years and the Mabank Halcyon Club for over 40 years. Allene served as the president of the Halcyon Club during the years 1987-1988 and 2003-2004. She also had a passion for bowling and enjoyed both traditional and virtual bowling on the Wii. Allene was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Mabank.

Above all, Allene cherished time spent with her family. Christmas, a cherished tradition, held a special place in her heart as she loved having her kids and their families gathered together. Whether it was cooking out, sitting by the lake or simply sharing quality time, Allene's love for her family knew no bounds.

Allene was preceded by her beloved husband, Eddie Sutton of Mabank. Son Richard Sutton of Mabank. Sisters Lorene Cliver and husband O.V. of Payne Springs, Nelda Washam of Kaufman, Helen Chalk of Forney, Hazel Fults and husband James of Mabank. Her parents Colonel and Willie Turlington. Jeanne Sutton of Greenville. Joshua Sutton of Oakwood.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving son Steven Sutton and wife Kristi of Mabank. Honey adored her grandchildren, Kandace Hass and husband Aaron of Richardson, and Lindsay Perez and husband Nolberto of Greenville. She treasured her great-grandchildren Asher, Harper, Felix, and Eddie. Allene is also survived by her brother-in-law M.L. "Tubby" Washam of Kaufman, Bill Chalk of Dallas, and her nieces and nephews: Robert (Ed) Cliver and wife Jo Ann of Tyler, Kelly Nallie of Lufkin, Jim Johnson and wife Kris of Ohio, and Janet Johnson of Forney. Additionally, she leaves behind several grandnieces, grandnephews, and their families.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated and compassionate employees of Hospice Plus and The Lodge of Gun Barrel for their exceptional care.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 2, 2024, at First Baptist Church Mabank, Mabank, TX from 12:00 – 2:00 pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 2, 2024, 2:00 pm, at First Baptist Church of Mabank, officiated by Chaplin Donald Kile. A graveside service will follow at Post Oak Bend Cemetery in Crossroads.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made to the March of Dimes, a cause that was close to Allene's heart.

Please join us in celebrating the remarkable life of Alma Allene Sutton, a loving soul who touched the lives of many and left an indelible mark in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eubankcedarcreek.com for the Sutton family.