Sue Henderson Sutherlin

Laura Sue Henderson Sutherlin, age 88, of Spartanburg, SC passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, May 17, 2025, wrapped in the love of her family and all who cherished her.

Born on November 4, 1936, in Greenville, SC, Sue was the daughter of the late Newman Henry Henderson and D.C.E. Ezell Henderson. She was a graduate of Spartanburg High School and Cecil’s Business College.

Sue was a devoted wife, nurturing mother, and adoring grandmother. She made her house a true home, always prioritizing the needs and happiness of her family. Professionally, she was known for her warm presence and dedication, with a career that included newspaper advertising sales, buyer for The Brass Shop, and department manager and buyer with Belk-Hudson in Spartanburg.

In her free time, Sue found joy in gardening, spending time at the beach, and visiting with her loved ones-especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her immense pride and delight.

Sue is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, William A. Sutherlin; daughters, Rhonda Sutherlin (Al) of Stuart, FL and Lisa Sutherlin Bird of Florence, SC; sons, William Lee Sutherlin (Jennifer) of Waynesville, NC and Robert Gray Sutherlin (Cynthia) of Farmington Hills, MI. She also leaves behind eight grandchildren-Rebecca Dawkins, Preston Dawkins, Laura Townley, Ashley Humrickhouse, Beau Sutherlin, Blake Sutherlin, Brett Sutherlin, and Luke Sutherlin-and seven great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Odetta Henderson McGarity.

Those who wish to pay their respects to Sue may visit Floyd’s Greenlawn Chapel on Friday afternoon between 1:00-5:00 p.m. A service to honor and celebrate Sue’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, 1300 Fernwood-Glendale Road, Spartanburg, SC 29307. Family and friends are invited to greet the family at the graveside following the service.

To send flowers, please use the floral shop linked, which was recommended to the family, or contact any local florist in Spartanburg. Arrangements may be delivered to Floyd’s Greenlawn Chapel, 2075 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve, PO Box 2337, Spartanburg, SC 29304, or to Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home, PO Box 2624, Spartanburg, SC 29304.

An online guest register is available at www.floydmortuary.com

Floyd’s Greenlawn Chapel