Melva Jean Sutherland Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Melva Jean Sutherland of Big Rapids, Michigan is shared. Melva, born on November 23, 1947, passed away on July 22, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Melvin Cooley and Wanda Cooley; her husbands, Don Cole Sr. and Bruce Sutherland Sr.; her son Don Jr.; and her siblings, Jim, Jack, Randee, Fred, Linda, Roxanne and Janice.
She is survived by: her sons, Dean Cole (Ralen) of Mesick and Bruce Sutherland (Cathy) of Mecosta; her stepdaughter Kim Bordine (Russ) of Newaygo; her grandchildren, Dakota, Austin (Ashley), Devin (Bobbie), Derik (Lily), Danielle (Nate), Chad, Kyle, Amber, Stacy, Jayden, Tristen and Kelly; her great grandchildren, Ryker Waylon, Noah, Ellie and Opal; and her brothers, Jerry (Connie), Melvin (Christine), Kenny (Darla) and Terry (Betty). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
