He is now free and at peace

The family of Richard Lawrence Sutherlin, of West Caldwell, NJ, is sad to say goodbye to their loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, friend and his favorite new title of "Uncle Rich" which he loved the most! He left us on Monday, December 30, 2019 but his spirit will remain in our hearts forever.

Surviving to keep his spirit alive and tell his story are his devoted parents, Jeffrey and Rosemarie (Mega) Sutherlin; loving grandparents, Ronald & Ann Mega of Cedar Grove, NJ and Patricia Sutherlin & the late Richard Lee Sutherlin of Verona, NJ; cherished siblings, Samantha & Paul O'Neill and Lee Sutherlin; adored niece, Olivia; also his Aunt Sheree & Larry Siegel, Uncle Thomas and Michele Mega, four cousins and many friends.

Join the family as they celebrate Richard's life at Notre Dame Church, 359 Central Avenue, North Caldwell, NJ 07006 on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 11:00 am. Arrangements in care of the Codey & Jones Funeral Home of Caldwell. To share a memory or condolence with the family, please visit www.codeyjonesfh.com.

Please consider a donation in Rich's memory to the West Essex First Aid Squad – to help someone in need.