Mr. Sutherland was a proud WWII United States Army Veteran. He taught Social Studies and History at Oakfield Alabama for 32 years. Mr. Sutherland also served as Dean of Students, football and baseball coach in Oakfield. Mr. Sutherland spent many years refereeing football and ran the Oakfield summer recreation program. He enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and telling stories, both fact and fiction. Edward was honored as Veteran of the Month while he was at the NYS Veterans Home @ Batavia. He loved his family more than anything and will be missed dearly.
He is survived by his loving daughters Elaine Sutherland of Batavia; Colleen (Joseph) Head of Buffalo; Ann Sutherland of Batavia; Maria Sparaco of Milton; 3 grandchildren Kaitlin (Daniel) O’Keeffe, Richie and John Sparaco, along with several nieces and nephews.
Friends are invited to call on Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 2 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020. An 11:00 AM Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 22, 2019 at the Funeral Home. Mr. Sutherland will be laid to rest in St. Cecilia’s Cemetery, Oakfield.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New York State Veterans Home @ Batavia, Activities Fund 220 Richmond Ave., Batavia, New York 14020. For more information please call 585-343-8260 or to leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.
