Corey Martell Sutton

“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” Revelation 21:4 

“To all my family and friends that have gathered here today to celebrate my life, I know that my life seems all to brief, but please don’t prolong it with undue grief. My life’s been full. I’ve traveled around the world, had lots of good times, good friends, and much love from each of you. From the beginning to the end of time, all of our actions and stops along the way will determine our final resting place. Although my time seems all so short, don’t be ungrateful or angry with God for taking me from what each of you perceive to be all too soon. I pray that you will find comfort in knowing that a loving God knows what’s best for each of us.” 

Corey Martell Sutton was born on December 22, 1978, to Marvin Sutton and the late Margaret Grant-Sutton in Hampton, South Carolina. He was a graduate of Wade Hampton High School in Hampton, South Carolina, and furthered his studies at American Military University. Corey served in the US Army for ten years as an Automated Logistical Specialist. Corey accepted Christ as his Savior at Harvest Life Changers Church in Woodbridge, Virginia. 

Corey Martell Sutton was united in holy matrimony to Treasa Temeka Brantley on September 22, 2001, in Hampton, South Carolina. Their union was blessed with three children, Corey J. Sutton, Jr. (CJ), Amaya G. Sutton, and Imani L. Sutton. 

In his leisure, he enjoyed grilling, fireworks, hiking, especially outdoor cookouts and activities. It did not have to be a holiday for Corey to celebrate, he absolutely loved impromptu gatherings with his family for any occasion. He loved traveling and being the life of the party. His smile and personality were contagious. Throughout life, there was never a dull moment. Corey lived life to the fullest as he traveled through the world that we call life. 

Corey Sutton enlisted into the United States Army in June of 2010. He was honorably discharged in July of 2021. In November of 2021, Corey continued his career in the Army National Guard at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. 

Corey never said his final farewell to her family and friends. When God sent his angels to bring him home, it was much sooner than we planned, but we’ll brave the grief that comes and try to understand. Corey Martell Sutton departed this life on May 6, 2023. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Sutton; paternal grandparents, Marvin Sutton, Sr., and Elizabeth Sutton; maternal grandparents, Lenard and Izella Grant; and a very special cousin, Jakarie Breland. 

He leaves to cherish his memories: loving and devoted wife, Treasa Brantley Sutton, Olympia, WA; one son, Corey J. Sutton, Jr., Pullman, WA; two lovely daughters, Amaya and Imani Sutton of Olympia, WA; father, Marvin (Johnnie Mae) Sutton, Allendale, SC; four sisters, Tiffany (Curtis) Smith of Pooler, GA, Navonne Sutton, Rincon, GA, Shirley (Douglas) Franklin, and Marvet (Precious) Sutton, Greenville, SC; one brother, Jackie (Man) Brotler, Greenville SC; one special niece, Brittany (Jarvis) Holmes, Esq., of Pooler, GA; faithful and devoted mother-in-law and father-in-law, Carolyn and Victor Simmons, Ridgeland, SC; four sisters-in-law, Na’Asia Simmons of Ridgeland, SC, Deborah (Tony) White, Jr., of Hampton, SC, Sharonda (Tony) Graves of Guyton, GA, and Lakeisha Williamson of Charleston, SC; four brothers-in-law, Victor Simmons, Jr., of Pooler, GA, Raja Johnson of Springfield, GA, Minister James (Teresa) Brantley, Jr., of Nixville, SC, and Corey Brantley of Pineland, SC; four aunts, Lumisha Grant of Port Royal, SC, Debra Grant of Varnville, SC, Florrie Sutton of Bronx, NY, and Relenana Sutton of Varnville, SC; two uncles, Marlon (Amanda) Sutton of Atlanta, GA, and Darrin Sutton of Staten Island, NY; devoted cousin, LaTrell (Keron) Clifford of Varnville, SC; two goddaughters, Diamon Risher, Varnville, SC, and Sa’Nyah Brantley, Guyton, GA, and lifetime friend Carlton Langston, Atlanta, GA; along with a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and sorrowing friends.

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