Donald Victor Sutton, 88, went to be with our Lord on April 6, 2022. He is now reunited with his wife, Jeanine, the love of his life. Visitation will be at Weerts Funeral Home on Sunday, April 10th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Funeral will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 11, at Grandview Baptist Church. Military Rites Burial will follow at Oakdale Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be directed to Grandview Baptist Church or Donald Sutton Memorial. Online condolences may be expressed at www.weertsfh.com
Donald was born October 12, 1933, son of Harold and Helen (Koellner) Sutton in Davenport, IA. He married his high school sweetheart, Jeanine Vogt, on July 30, 1954. They were blessed with 67 loving years together.
He was in the Korean War from 1954-1956. Donald grew up as a farmboy. His family originally farmed with 12 horses which he had to take care of. His love for farming continued and he farmed with his wife for 40 years. He then started a 2nd career with Don Sutton Lighting. For 30 years, Donald and Jeanine provided temporary lightning and power for most events in the Quad Cities; The Bix, Blues Festival, Festival of Trees, Symphony, and events in the River Center, QCCA, Mississippi Valley Fair and outdoor concerts and festivals. They also provided production for many political events, including five presidential campaigns. He worked on several commercials and movies.
Donald was a member of Grandview Baptist Church, Farm Bureau, American Legion, 4H, In-Fisherman Club, Moline Conservation, QCCA, I.A.T.S.E Local 85 & I.A.T.S.E. Local 477.
Donald loved the Lord and his family with all his heart. His wife had a stroke 7 years ago and he was with her everyday providing support and comfort.
Donald is survived by his daughters, Debra (Paul) Bruns and Susan Kahl of Davenport; grandsons: Jacob (Elizabeth) Bruns, Kyle (Suzanne) Bruns; granddaughter, Brittany Kahl; great grandchildren: Teagan, Elijah, Colin, Theo, and Emerson. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Jeanine, brother Raymond Sutton; sister-in-law Marilyn Sutton and brother-in-law Dr. Richard Pennington.
