Deborah Sutton's Obituary
Deborah “Debbie” Sutton - Devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, Titi, and best friend. Born November 12, 1961 called to God's loving arms after a 20 year battle with cancer. She was a loving, supportive, selfless warrior with an overwhelming positive outlook on life. Her passion for life and its very existence was for her beloved family.
Her devoted husband, Tony Sutton, whom stood by her side every step of the way. Her children, whom she lived for - Nelson & Adrian, Ciara, Jesennia and Keith. Her grandchildren- Ty, Caly, and Luca. All of whom brought her the utmost joy in life.
Her grandchildren’s love gave her the strength to battle her adversities.
Debbie was born in Bronx, NY where she was a member of St Patrick's Cathedral. She lived most of her life in Tampa, FL and attended the University of Tampa.
While she was young she participated in Judo martial arts a Passion that she would pass on to her children and grandchildren. She was a staple at Jiu-jitsu and wrestling matches, school field trips and really anything the children or grandchildren were interested in.
Debbie gave everyone a feeling of being loved and special in their own way. Creating countless memories for all that had the pleasure of knowing her.
She got great joy out of the simplest pleasures in life. She loved quiet evenings with her animals and husband. Going shopping with her grandkids, having coffee with her daughter's, watching the LA Lakers with her son, getting pampered by her nieces and sister and long conversations with her first born and mom.
A quote from Debbie -
"I am a mother and a grandmother and they’re my world, my sunshine. I love them and I love my animals."
-Debbie
This is how she wants to be remembered.
She was Preceded by her Father Hector Mercado, her older brother John Mercado. She survived by her husband Tony Sutton, her children Nelson & Adrian, Ciara, Jesennia,Kieth, Her grandchildren Ty, Caly, and Luca. Her mother, Emilia Mercado, her sister's Carrie, Elizabeth. Nieces and nephew, Nicole & Ben, Ariel, Brianna, Hector. And life long friend Michelle. Animals, Baby and Luna.
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