She entered the world, alongside her brother, Buddy Sutherland, during the Long Beach Earthquake of 1933; the two Sutherland’s were known locally as the 'Earthquake Twins'.
In 1951, Sis married Carl Mitchell, together they had 4 sons; Steve, Darrell, Carl and Terry. After Carl, Sr.’s passing, Sis worked as a photographer for 10 years and spent 27 years at Beckman Instruments where she grew her career from an entry level role to the leader of the Engineering Records Department. Sis loved to write poetry and prided herself on her penmanship skills.
She is preceded in death by her husband; Carl Mitchell, as well as her parents; Albert and Catherine Sutherland, brothers; Jordan, Fran and Buddy and two sons Carl and Terry Mitchell. She is survived by her partner in life of 45 years; Melvin Pittser, sons; Steve and Darrell Mitchell, bonus Valerie Morrison, 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at Westminster Memorial Park on Monday, August 3, 2020 at 10:30am in Westminster, California. A celebration of life will be held in Arkansas at a later date.
Arrangements under the direction of Westminster Memorial Park, 14801 Beach Blvd. Westminster, CA 92683. (714) 893-2421
Due to State and Local Mandate regarding COVID-19, only a limited number of people are permitted to attend. Please call for further information.
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