Jesse Martin Suttles

Jesse M. Suttles, 86, of Shobonier, IL passed away at his home on Wednesday July 17, 2024. Jesse was born on August 7, 1937, in Hendersonville, NC to Dallas B. and Cary (Kilpatrick) Suttles and his parents precede him in death. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sandy Suttles, twin sons who died in infancy, Jesse and Jeffrey Suttles, his son Dale Suttles, his stepson. Ron Lucus and his sisters: Opal, Jannie and Alene.

Jesse worked in auto salvage repair for many years prior to his retirement. He was a member of the United Auto Workers for many years. A devoted patriot, Jesse supported veterans and was a valiant soldier in the fight against child trafficking at the borders. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and dear friend of many.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Carol Kerr, step-daughter, Chrissy (Rodney) Lehnen, his brother, Daniel Suttles, his grandchildren: Tiffany Jackson, Ryan (Tasha) Kerr, Amanda Suttles, Ben Suttles, William “Bill” Hanson, Jenessa (John) Hunt, Derek Lucas, Hannah Childers, his great-grandchildren: Liam Hanson, Lucas Hanson, Ryan Suttles, Giovani Moreschi, Jaxon Suttles, Aniya Suttles, Bella Jackson, Julian and Liam Hunt, Ember Lucas and Lincoln Cather; his nephews, Eric (Tonya) Suttles and Jon (Kim) Barnwell, his nieces, Tonya (James) Anders, Geraldine (Mick) Frey, Christina Fulton, Cindy (David) Ramsey and Bruce Kimbrell, Jr.; his great-niece, Kari Jolly and great-nephew, Bob Beckwith.

No services are planned at this time.

Hoffen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.