Joseph M. Sutton

Joseph M. Sutton, "Joey" to his friends and family, passed away leaving behind a legacy of creativity, athletic grit, and profound kindness. Born and raised in New Orleans, Joey grew up at the Isidore Newman School and spent his life embodying the unique spirit of his hometown.

An athlete at his core, Joey was rarely happier than when he was competing. Whether it was youth sports or his years as a ranked tennis player, he thrived on the energy of the game. Even after a stroke in 2012 shifted his pace, his love for sport remained a central part of his life as he transitioned into an enthusiastic spectator of golf and tennis.

While Joey held a law degree from Tulane University, his heart belonged to the out-of-the-box world of entrepreneurship. He took the family's traditional French Quarter retail business and reimagined it, creating a haven for vintage jewelry and curiosities that reflected his own eclectic and inventive personality.

Joey's greatest talent, however, was his ability to see the good in people. He was a mentor by nature, always offering the compassion and push someone needed to reach their full potential. He didn't just inhabit the world; he sought to improve it through every person he touched.

He will be deeply missed by his wife, Lois Harris Sutton; his children, Rachel (Dr. Matthew) Freeman and Cym (Jesse) Kibort; his stepsons, Scott (Sara) and Judd (Sarah Knight) Harris; and his sisters, Suzanne Ratner and Candice Rosenblum. He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren: Joshua and Charles Freeman; Julia and Audrey Kibort; and Millie, Elizabeth, and Isaac Harris.

The family would like to express profound gratitude for Joey's many devoted friends and caregivers, especially Lashon Lafrance and Jerome Tilquit.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Touro Synagogue or Dress for Success.