It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Judith S. Sutton, a beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend.  Judith passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the age of 87.  She was born on June 26, 1938 in Farmington, Missouri, to H.B. and Edith (Young) Smith.

Judith graduated high school from Farmington, Missouri in 1956. She then attended Flat River junior college for 2 years before transferring to Southeast Missouri State University where she received a degree in music education. Judith then went on to earn her master's degree in music from SIU-Edwardsville. After college, Judith taught middle school music for many years in the Ritenour school district.

On July 23, 1961, Judith married Thomas Sutton in Farmington, Missouri. They enjoyed family, friends, music and travel together through the years, prior to his passing May 13, 2022.

Judith is survived by a sister, Julie (Nick) Boltz; a sister-in-law, Judy (Zeno) Forbes; a brother-in-law, David (Paula) Sutton as well as numerous beloved nieces and nephews, and extended family.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a half-brother Gene (Hilda) Smith.

Judith built a life full of faith, family and service. She will be remembered as an extraordinary pianist who shared her God given talent with numerous churches and organizations. Her legacy of kindness and devotion will continue in the lives of all who loved her.

Services: Funeral service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 10:00 a.m. The service will be live streamed for those unable to attend.  Please join here: Judith's Funeral Service . Friends will be welcomed to visit Judith's family at 9:00 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be at St. Francois Memorial Park, Bonne Terre, Missouri at 1:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Baptist Homes of Arcadia Valley (101 Riggs Scott Lane, Ironton, MO 63650) or to Shriners Hospitals for Children in St. Louis . Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.