James Reagan Sutton

James Reagan Sutton (Jim), age 76, a 52-year Cheyenne resident, died October 31, 2022 in Cheyenne. He was surrounded by family.

A vigil will be held Wednesday, November 9th at 6pm at Wiederspahn funeral home.

Mass will be held Thursday, November 10th at 10AM at St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Jim was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama June 19th,1946. He graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School and attended Livingston State College, AL. He then enlisted in the Air Force in 1966 and was stationed at Ellsworth AFB, in Rapid City South Dakota, where he met Leona, his wife of 52 years.

After an honorable discharge, Jim worked the majority of his career in transport and commerce. Jim and Leona moved to Cheyenne in 1970, where he began to establish roots as a devoted husband and father.

Jim was a classic car and motorcycle enthusiast, but most importantly, Jim’s support of his son’s passions was what he loved. He was a true and loyal son, brother, husband, proud father and grandfather, who’s kindness and gentleness was known to whomever he encountered.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Estos Sutton and Inez Shepherd Sutton.

Survivors include his wife Leona (LaCombe) Sutton. Sons, Daniel Reagan Sutton (Kimberly) and James Benjamin Sutton (Julie). Sister Carol Sutton (Dale). Grandchildren, Shelby Sutton, Sebastian Sutton, Trey Sutton, Max Sutton, and Jett Sutton.

Also survived by extended family: LaCombe’s, Bennett’s, Zimmerman’s

His family, friends, and extended family will forever love and miss him.