Carolyn Ann Sutton

Friday, April 28, 2023 at 8:13 AM

By Holly Stover

Carolyn Ann Sutton, age 86, of Bella Vista, Arkansas

Carolyn Ann Sutton, age 86, of Bella Vista, Arkansas, passed away April 25, 2023, in Branson, Missouri. She entered this life October 20, 1936, in Rensselaer, Indiana, the daughter of Frank and Ellen (Ward) Girtz.

As a well-known real estate broker in northwest Arkansas, Carolyn was licensed and sold properties throughout the region. She was an active member of the United Methodist Church and shared involvement in her community through the performing arts as a makeup artist for the Bella Vista Village Players. Whether adventuring on cruises or soaking in time at home with her cats, she truly embraced each day. Carolyn loved her family and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Glenn Sutton; sister, Phyllis Sickler; brother, Marvin Girtz; stepson, Craig Sutton; grandson, Cameron Molitor; and two step-grandsons.

Carolyn is survived by her three daughters: Pam (Hugh) Hill of Catlin, Illinois, Eve (Freddy) Spencer of Branson, Missouri, and Mindy (Chris) Eggert of Forsyth, Missouri; stepson, Phil (Margorie) Sutton of Bloomington, Indiana; stepdaughter, Lana (Ron) Hensler of Remington, Indiana; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and one on the way; nieces, nephews, and extended family.

A small family gathering will be planned for a later time in Mazon, Illinois. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.