Richard Sutherland Obituary

Richard "Dick" Sutherland

Nov 11, 1946 - Jul 22, 2022

New London

Dick Sutherland, 75, passed away peacefully Friday, July 22, 2022, at the Laurels of New London.

He was born Nov. 11, 1946, along with his twin brother, Bob, to Nadene (Grimes) and Don Sutherland. He grew up in Wellington, Ohio, where he graduated from high school in 1964. He attended The Ohio State University prior to enlisting in U.S. Army in 1965, where he served as a carpenter with the 79th Engr. Battalion. During his service, he was deployed to Germany and Africa before being honorably discharged in 1968 at the rank of Sgt.

He began his law enforcement career in Wellington in 1971 where he worked for three years before being hired at Huron Co. Sheriff's office in 1974. His many assignments included road patrol, detective bureau. and was a road supervisor before being elected to Sheriff in 1988.

Sheriff Sutherland served the citizens of Huron County as their sheriff from 1989 until his retirement in 2009. During his tenure as Sheriff, one of his many joys was presiding over the Sr. King and Queen contest at Huron County Fair. Dick never met a stranger and always loved a good joke or prank unless it had something to do with snakes.

After his retirement. he was involved in many community activities. He enjoyed his time with the Amish Community and as with anywhere, he always made many friends.

He is survived by his wife, Kitty (Calhoun) Sutherland; five sons; four brothers; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents; twin brother, Bob; aunt, Donna Grimes; and stepmother, Edie Sutherland.

To honor Dick's request, no visitation nor service will take place.

Anyone wishing to contribute to Dick's memory may do so at either SouthernCare Hospice of Milan, 9501 US Hwy 250 Milan, Ohio, 44846, or Huron County Humane Society, 246 Woodlawn Ave, Norwalk, Ohio, 44857.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared online at www.eastmanfuneralhome.com.