Sylvia Ann Sutton, 70, of Norfolk, VA, departed this life on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Sylvia was a native of the Long Ridge community located in Chesapeake, VA, where she was affectionately reared in a Christian home by four generations that guided and molded her into a phenomenal woman. She received her formative education in the Chesapeake city public schools and her Christian foundation started at Gabriel Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Chesapeake, VA.
She graduated from Crestwood High School in 1971 with honors and went on to complete a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Norfolk State University, a Master of Science degree in Biology from Hampton University, and an Advanced Certificate in Counseling from Old Dominion University. She began her professional career at Norfolk State University in the division of Student Affairs, Student Support Services Program (TRIO programs), where she diligently worked to be a guiding light in the lives of her students for 48 years.
Sylvia was predeceased by her parents Violet Jones and Lawrence Spellman. She leaves to cherish her memories: brother, Joseph N. Jones II (Yvette) of Chesapeake, VA; sister, Cindy Jones Williams of Eastern Shore, VA; three nephews, Joseph N. Jones III (nephew & son) of Suffolk, VA, Perry Jones (April) of Richmond, VA, Zechariah Jones of Henderson, North Carolina; niece, Joy Moseley (Lavell) of Chesapeake, VA; 12 great nieces and nephews; two uncles, Michael Wilborne and Albert Wilborne of Chesapeake, VA; two aunts, Minnie Watkins of Pensacola, FL, Linda Griffin of Chesapeake, VA; godson, Charles Branch, Jr. (Rita) of Chesapeake, VA; numerous other relatives, devoted family members and friends.
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Verna Walton Biwden says
September 22, 2022 at 5:45 pmMy deepest sympathy to Sylvia’s family! I just saw her at our class reunion last month! So sorry for your loss😭😭🌹🌹❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Lavell Moseley says
September 23, 2022 at 10:50 amR.I.P. Aunt Tootsie. We’re surely going to miss your beautiful soul!!
Vanessa Blowe says
September 26, 2022 at 5:38 pmDeepest sympathy and prayers for Sylvia’s family. I will miss her positive spirit, uplifting smile and wonderful sense of style. She was a blessing to her students and coworkers.
Vernell Gray says
September 27, 2022 at 1:32 pmTo the Family of
Ms. Sylvia Sutton
You have our deepest sympathy.
This is the lady who models those flashy
Hats. She will be missed.
From Sisters Vernell & Esther Gray
Toni F. Dixon says
September 27, 2022 at 2:07 pmTo the family of Sylvia Sutton, I offer my sincerest condolences. I first met Ms. Sutton when I was a 19 year old NSU student tutoring for the Student Support Services program. She was a ray of sunshine–always motivating others, inspiring others, with a smile and laugh that would light up the world. Most recently, I returned to NSU as an employee and Ms. Sutton was my colleague in Student Affairs. She was still the same wonderful person. She will be missed for her love of our NSU students, for her love of fashion and hats (I remember her talking about modeling hats for the Famous), and for her spirit and love of others. She was a rainbow, a butterfly–just simply a JOY to all who had the privilege to know her.
Stacie Gaines says
September 28, 2022 at 8:58 amMy deepest sympathy to Sylvia’s family! I have known Sylvia for nearly 20 years from NSU. She was one of the most beautiful souls I have ever met. She was the epitome of grace. She was loving, kind and caring. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to know her.
Rev Joyce Foster says
September 28, 2022 at 6:41 pmPraying for the family
Nikia Demmings says
September 29, 2022 at 7:39 amI pray that the family will receive comfort during this difficult time and strength to endure, so sorry for your loss.
Minnie Watkins says
September 30, 2022 at 1:09 pmSylvia You Will Always Be In My Though And In My Heart.You Are With All The Families That Has Been Called Home We Miss And Love You. But God Love You Best. R I P Love You Girl
Shirley A. Whitaker says
September 30, 2022 at 5:46 pmRest in peace my dear Sylvia.
You were the light of all who knew you and who you worked with. You smile and your sense of humor was heartwarming.
I will always remember our chats at the basketball games as well as your coaching. Plus you always remembered our birthdays and I was glad to receive her fine gifts.
We will truly miss you but God had better plan. Now you will be with Him spreading the word while wearing one of your beautiful “hats.”
Aaron D. Hawkins l says
October 1, 2022 at 8:50 amThanks for all you have done for me as a student, supervisor, and a role-model…
Your Boo-Boo..
Aaron “HAWK” Hawkins NSU FootBall #28 BEHOLD!
Ferman Covington Jr says
September 30, 2022 at 10:22 pmTo: The Sutton Family!!
RE: My Condolences
From: Ferman Covington Jr & Family!!
I am deeply saddened after hearing of the passing of my grand diva, church buddy and friend! May she rest in the arms of Jesus Christ our Lord And Savior!! I pray comfort for the Family!!🙏🏼🙏🏼🍁🍁🎶🎶❤️🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🙏🏼🍁🙏🏼
Aaron D. Hawkins l says
October 1, 2022 at 8:50 amThanks for all you have done for me as a student, supervisor, and a role-model…
Your Boo-Boo..
Aaron “HAWK” Hawkins NSU FootBall #28 BEHOLD!
Linda Hinton-Spruill-Banks says
October 1, 2022 at 10:46 amSylvia will be truly missed. She stood out at the Crestwood Reunion in August she even danced in her seat. Praying for her Family
Regina L. Cuffee says
October 2, 2022 at 4:46 pmMy sister, l know where you are… Simply resting in the arms of God! I will see you again some day!!,
Love you much, Regina Lee Cuffee
Ike I.Jones says
September 11, 2023 at 9:18 amI was saddened to hear of Sylvia Ann Sutton.
May the Lord surround the family with His Love ❤️ as the family and friends grieve their loss.
“The Lord is my strength of my life…
In this will I be confident .”
(Ps. 27:1-3)
Family have so much to be thankful for…
… the love ❤️ you have enjoyed with Sylvia,
Memories , and the comfort of friends and prayers.
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