Phyllis L. Sutton, 76, of Alexandria, died on January 27, 2014 at INOVA Alexandria Hospital, surrounded by her family. Mrs. Sutton is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Sutton; and her parents, Marshall & Louise Evans. She is survived by her daughter, Kim Starkey and her husband Henry; son, Mark Sutton and his partner Ellen Walsh. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Blair and Michael Starkey; and sister, Cindy Block.
Mrs. Sutton was a lifetime resident of Alexandria, VA. She was a member of the Olivet Episcopal Church, the church choir, and the praise band.
Family will receive friends from 7pm to 9pm, Friday, January 31, 2014, at Cunningham Turch Funeral Home, 811 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. A Life Celebration service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 10am, followed by interment at Mount Comfort Cemetery.Â
Information from cunninghamfuneralhome.net.
Recent Stories

The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is your destination for all arts and culture activities in Northern Virginia. Find a concert, play, poetry reading, or exhibition in your neighborhood—many events are free and family-friendly!
Are you part of a performing arts group, school, or cultural organization? You can add your events and classes, too. The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is free and easy to use.
Your attendance at local arts events supports small businesses in our community and the art makers who help make Fairfax and its surrounding region so vibrant. With the ArtsFairfax Events Calendar, you can stay curious and stay local to plan your next arts adventure!

Go Ape, America’s leading aerial adventure park provider, is proud to unveil a revitalized experience across its iconic Zipline & Adventure Parks. This refresh goes beyond physical upgrades; it reflects a renewed mission to foster meaningful connections between people, nature, and self.
“Go Ape has always been about thrilling treetop adventures,” says Chrissy Very, Senior Director of Marketing. “Now, we’re redefining what it means to truly connect: through purpose-driven outdoor experiences that inspire courage, reflection, and joy.”
As access to public outdoor spaces becomes more limited, Go Ape steps in to bridge the gap with immersive, inclusive, and wellness-focused adventures for individuals, families, and groups.
Christmas in July
Volunteer Prince William will be holding a fun-filled Christmas in July event at Heritage Brewing Co on July 26th from 12pm until 6pm with all proceeds going to support the 2025 Untrim-A-Tree and Senior Basket Program. Untrim-A-Tree and Senior Basket
Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something