Robert Wesley Sutliff Sr.

Robert Wesley Sutliff, Sr. (Bob), January 19, 1933 - December 3, 2024. Survived by Carolyn (Garry), his wife of 72 years, brothers Jerry Sutliff and Larry Sutliff, children Robert Jr, Charles, Sharon Goodin (Tim), Kenneth and Carolyn Krajscir (Frank), eleven grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren, plus many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents Chancey and Porter Sutliff, brother Frederick, grandson David Sutliff and great-granddaughter Niya Sutliff. Born in Leaksville (now Eden), NC, the family moved to the Germantown section of Philadelphia in the 1940's. Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force and served as a firefighter in Tripoli, Africa during the Korean conflict, where he learned to speak Zulu (who knew?). Prior to moving to Quakertown in 1974 he worked at the former Standard Pressed Steel Plant in Glenside, and in Quakertown he was employed at the Georgia Pacific Plant, Quakertown Borough Water Department and his "cush job" at the Quakertown Walmart, managing the Radio Grille, then moved to the deli, and finally did maintenance duties until he retired.

Family and friends are invited Saturday, December 14th to a time of visitation from 11:00-11:30 am at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 445 N. Main St. Sellersville, PA 18960. A funeral service will begin at 11:35 am followed by lunch at West End Fire Company, 1319 Park Ave, Quakertown, PA. 18951. In lieu of flowers, donations to a favorite charity in Bob's name would be appreciated or assistance with funeral expenses. Please email rsutliff1153@yahoo.com if you plan to attend the service and luncheon for planning purposes.