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Colleen Sutherland Obituary

Colleen C. Sutherland

Colleen Cecile Sutherland, nee McNamee, 52, of Elmhurst. Beloved wife of Scott; loving mother of Joseph, Joshua and Jessica; dear daughter of the late Rita (Roger surviving) Renstrom and C. Richie McNamee; loving sister of Heather (Fred) Morissette, Tad Renstrom, Christina (John) DeYoung and the late Richie McNamee; aunt of Megan, Sarah Nathan, and Cheryl Nicole. She was amazing!

Colleen was active at Epiphany Lutheran Church especially with the Clothing and Toy Resale and taught for many years at Treetown Cooperative Nursery School. She touched countless lives as a teacher, mentor and friend and was a proud queen of the E.A.O.

Visitation at Ahlgrim Funeral Home, 567 S. Spring Rd., Elmhurst from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 12, 2016 and at Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church, 314 W. Vallette St., Elmhurst from 10:00 a.m. until time of Service at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 13, 2016. Interment Mt. Emblem Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials will be appreciated for the Colleen Sutherland Memorial Trust, c/o 330 W. Butterfield Rd., Elmhurst, IL 60126, to instill the love of learning in children.

Funeral info 630-834-3515 or www.ahlgrim.com.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Oct. 14, 2016.
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To Scott and Family, I was just told about Colleen's passing and I am so shocked and saddened by it. You might remember that I taught with Colleen in The kindergarten readiness program in Lombard for about 10 years. She was such a kind and gentle person and teacher and very effective with the young children. I was just thinking about her the other day and how nice it would be to get the old gang together again. I am so sorry for you and your children . You lost a wonderful wife and mother. Please accept my condolences.

Bonnie Trainer

January 23, 2017

Oh no! I am so sad to hear of Colleen's death.
RIP Colleen. I have fond memories of Colleen as my aide in Kindergarten. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, Scott! I know all those good memories will bring you peace.
Hugs to all.
Linda Kebbon Wheaton

'And the angels welcomed her with open arms.' And heaven, we know, just got a little bit nicer.

October 20, 2016

Scott and family

We were so saddened to learn of Colleen's passing. Our deepest condolences. We are holding you in our thoughts and prayers.

Spencer Gulley Family

October 17, 2016

Dear Scott and family, we are saddened to hear of the passing of Colleen. We just learned of this today and are so sorry we missed expressing our condolences to you at the services. We have fond memories of Colleen and all of the family from the team elmhurst soccer days. You will remain in our prayers for peace and healing. Love to you all, The Jordan's. (jay, Linda, Kyle and Trevor)

Linda Jordan

October 14, 2016

I met Colleen while teaching VBS the last few years
What a wonderful person
Our sincere condolences to your family, Scott.

Boni and Bobby Smith

October 13, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss, Scott, and for your whole family. I just heard about this today. Prayers lifted up.

Lori Pett

October 12, 2016

Scott, The girls told me about Colleen's passing. I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.

Patricia Wisvader

Patricia Wisvader

October 12, 2016

"Colleen was a beautiful person inside and out. I was blessed to know her. My deepest condolences to Scott and your family."
-Amy Wachholz-Rivas

October 12, 2016

Colleen was a remarkable woman, strong and loving until the the very end. She will surely be missed.
R.I.P.
No more pain.....

Ron Raspatello

October 12, 2016

Scott and Family, We are so very sad to hear of Colleens passing. She will always be in our hearts . Please know that you and your family are all in our prayers during this rough time.

Much Love, The Harrold's(1034 Swain)

Debbie and Tim Harrold

October 11, 2016

Colleen truly was amazing - a uniquely lovely and loving person who will be missed so very much. We are so sorry for your loss Scott, Joe, Josh and Jessie.

Mannix Gil Family

October 11, 2016

We all have wonderful memories of Colleen! Deepest condolences to Scott, Joe, Josh, Jess, Heather, Fred, the rest of the family and all of her friends. She will be missed greatly!

Ahern Family

October 11, 2016

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567 South Spring Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126

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314 W. Vallette St, Elmhurst , IL 60126-3859

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