James Edward Sutherland

James Edward Sutherland, 49 of Roscoe, joined our Lord on October 2, 2008 after a sudden illness. Jim was born on July 25th, 1959 to Otis (Ivanelle) Sutherland in Rockford. He graduated from Garnavello High School in Iowa and went on to serve in the United States Army. He was a kind and thoughtful man, always willing to lend a hand or an ear. He led a full life from farming as a child to becoming a firefighter and a paramedic, which he was very proud of.  He had many interests in life including being an avid Packers fan, riding his motorcycle and going to auctions. He was also a huge fan of the local county fairs and tractor pulls.   James is survived by his wife Jodi, children Jonathan, Charles (fianca©e Janice), Jennifer (Colin) Dornink, Jessica Fortson and the lights of his life his two grandchildren Timmy and Ellie. Brothers Steven (Lorraine), John (Barb), Daniel (Vicki), Mary (Jaques) Patry and Margaret Weichert. In-laws Thomas and Lana Przytulski, Ross and Norma Schroder, Jeff (Anette) Schroder, Thomas (Lisa) Przytulski, Brian (Tracy) Schroder, Dawn (Gonzalo) Silvela, Paulette Doering and many other loving family members. Predeceased by his parents. Jim will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is thanked for all the great memories.  Funeral Mass Tuesday, October 7, 2008 in St. James Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be Monday, October 6, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. in Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Riverside Chapel, 3910 N. Rockton Ave. and from 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass Tuesday in the church. Interment in Bethel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the family. To