Pastor's Blog

Charles David Suthoff passed from this life on September 18, 2019. He was born in Jackson County, MS on September 25, 1953. Charles was the youngest of four brothers born to AB Suthoff, Sr. and Cora Suthoff.

Charles lived most of his life in the Jackson County area, where he attended Moss Point School System. Charles loved baseball and football. He excelled in both sports, especially as a batter in baseball and running back on the football field.
Charles was employed at International Paper for 24 years, until the mill closed. Later he worked at Ocean Springs Hospital for 14 years.

Charles attended Griffin Street Baptist Church as a young man, but was saved at Lily Orchard Baptist Church under the ministry of Pastor Larry Darden. When Charles was no longer able to live alone he went to Grand Bay and became a member of Friendship Baptist Church. As always, wherever he attended he became a beloved member. He loved Jesus and people and always wanted everyone to know it.. Charles was called to witness and he was quick to share his faith wherever he found himself. He frequently gave out crosses, tracs and shared Jesus through his word.

Charles was proceeded in death by his parents AB and Cora Suthoff, his oldest brother William Rex Suthoff and his precious niece Becky Sellers. Charles is survived by two brothers Bernard (Pattie) Suthoff and William Henry (Francina) Suthoff. Sister-in-law Joyce Suthoff. Many nieces and nephews. Two special friends Freida Wright and Dorothy AndersonVisitation

The visitation with the Suthoff family will take place on Saturday, September 21, from 10:00AM until the 12:00PM service time.  Visitation and service at Friendship Baptist Church located at 12581 Saeger Road Grand Bay, Alabama.