Joan Sutton Underwood Obituary
We bid farewell to Joan Sutton Underwood (Tifton, Georgia), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 2, 2025 at the age of 82. Joan touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Sutton Underwood to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Arnold Sutton and Edna Booth Sutton; and her brother Lenwood Sutton. She is survived by: her children, Kerry, Natalie Underwood, Kirby and Jill Underwood; her grandchildren, Kirsten, Austin McAlpin, Gannon, Jo-Leigh Underwood and Coley Underwood; her great grandchild Kerrigan McAlpin; her siblings, Glenda Daniel, Vonnie, Tommy Newell and Mack; and her sisters-in-law, Judy Sutton and Joyce Sutton. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Thursday, December 4th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the New Hope Baptist Church (4454 GA Hwy 256, Sumner, GA 31789). A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 4th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the New Hope Baptist Church (4454 GA Hwy 256, Sumner, Georgia). A burial was held on Thursday, December 4th 2025 at the New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery (4554 GA-256, Sumner, GA 31789).
Her contributions to her profession and her loving personality made her a beloved figure in her community.