Elton Robert Suitts

Elton R. Suitts age 70 of DeKalb, IL, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday July 9, 2016. He was born on February 1, 1946 in Winchester, IN, and was the son of Robert and Helen (McCartney) Suitts.
Elton was retired from Northern Illinois University and Contel Telephone Company after 35 years of service as a Telecommunications Technician. After graduating high school Elton served his country in the United States Army receiving the National Defense Service Metal. Elton loved his Green Bay Packers, his cat Boopee, and his visits to Estes Park, CO, and the Rochelle Rail Park.
Survivors include: wife: Brenda R. Hodges, daughter: Caroline, grandchildren: David, Samantha, Kimberly, and Ricky, sisters: Sandra (Mike) Mettler, Nancy Barbour, and nieces and nephew, and special friends Rick, Kay, and Janeen. He was preceded in death by: parents, and brother: Ronald.
Per Elton's wishes there is no formal services scheduled, cremation will be held at the Finch Crematory, and burial of cremains will be at a later date in Bradford, IL. To send an online condolence visit: www.finchfuneralhomedekalb.com. Arrangements were entrusted to: Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL, 60115 (815) 758-3841.