Commander James P. Sutherland, USCG RET

December 30, 1940 - September 2, 2024

Store owner James Park Sutherland (Jimbo/Big Muffin) passed away Labor Day 2024 in a beautiful room overlooking Little Traverse Bay dotted with playful watercraft, on gorgeous blue bird afternoon.  Jim was surrounded by his wife Carolyn, and many exceptional and loving friends after being transported earlier that morning.

A retired officer in the U.S.C.G. who saw combat in Vietnam, Jim's lifetime dream was to achieve eternal peace at Arlington National Cemetery.

Funeral Arrangements

Jim's military funeral at ANC is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26 at 3pm.  Please email us should you wish to receive additional information on attending (last updated December 11, 2024).   A celebration of life event will also be planned for summer 2025 in Good Hart.

Donations

Donations may be made in Jim's name to the following organizations:

R.F.C. Fire & Rescue
Our local team of all volunteer emergency responders.  Please make checks payable to R.F.C. Fire & Rescue and note "In Memory of Jim Sutherland".
8338 West Robinson Road
Harbor Springs, MI 49740
 

Tunnels to Towers Foundation
Honoring America's first responders, veterans, and their families for over 20 years.  Donate online at t2t.org and reference "In Memory of Jim Sutherland, 1075 N Lake Shore Drive, Good Hart, MI 49737".

Wounded Warrior Project
Supporting the lives of injured veterans, their families, and caregivers.  Donate online at support.woundedwarriorproject.org and reference "In Memory of Jim Sutherland, 1075 N Lake Shore Drive, Good Hart, MI 49737".

Obituary

Coming soon (last updated December 11, 2024).  Please check back for additional information.

Contact

Cards and memories may be shared with his wife, Carolyn by mail or email.

Carolyn Sutherland
1075 N. Lake Shore Drive
Good Hart, MI 49737

maggie@goodhartstore.com