Ray B. Sutherland, 59, of Franklin Twp., Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at his residence.
Born August 12, 1960 in Connellsville, PA, he was the son of the late Ray Sutherland and Willa Fern (Shelling) Sutherland of Hopwood, PA. He was married to Marcia Greenberg Sutherland for 35 years as they were married June 9, 1985. She survives.
Ray graduated from Laurel Highlands High School in 1978 and Penn State University with an Engineering Degree in 1985. He earned his MBA from Point Park University in 2011. Ray worked as a Civil Engineer in Land Development. Most recently he worked for Civil and Environmental Consultants Inc. in Pittsburgh. He enjoyed golfing, woodworking, and clay shooting. He also enjoyed playing pool with the APA League at Rick’s Place. Ray was a member of the Ellwood City Saxon Club and the Castlewood Rod and Gun Club. He loved to go on long motorcycle trips and listening to music, especially the blues.
In addition to his mother and wife, survivors include two children, Ray Matthew (Kayleigh Vetovich) Sutherland and Pamela Hoffman, all of Ellwood City; two grandchildren, Amelia Grace and Langston James Hoffman; sister, Kathy (Mitch) Masi of Hopwood; his in laws, Sam and Beverly Greenberg of Ellwood City; and two sister in laws, Michelle (Michael) Wilson of Ellwood City, Diane (Michael) Kane of Delaware. He also leaves behind best friends, Bill and Crystal Welsh of Ellwood City.
Family and friends will gather on Saturday from 1-5 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home, 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City. A Celebration of Ray’s life will take place at 5 pm.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ellwood City Public Library, the Humane Society, or aamds.org.
Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.
Marci, I have no words. Jim and I are truly shaken.
Marcy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours….
Marcy, I love you. Words aren’t enough so please know that I am praying for you and your family.
Jayne Bode Pandy
Marci I’m so sorry for you loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Hugs and 💋. I will keep you in my prayers.
Marci, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry.
Marci, You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of Ray. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
I am so very sorry to hear this, you are very much in our thoughts and prayers right now. Take good care and lean on those who offer you a shoulder, whenever you may need it, as it is the strength that will help you get through