James “Red” Sitton

December 24, 2016
James “Red” Sitton

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James “Red” Sitton, 72 of Mills River passed away unexpectedly at Pardee Hospital on Saturday, December 24, 2016. He was the son of the late Harry and Evelyn Sitton. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Perry Sitton and granddaughter, Kellie Sitton.

Red was a 10-year Air Force Veteran followed by a 30-year career in Electronic Maintenance at Dupont, AGFA and Greenleaf. He was a member of the Henderson County Gem & Mineral Club for many years and enjoyed rock hunting and collecting. He was also a founding member of the American Chestnut Society and supported efforts to return chestnut trees to NC. He was an avid hiker and was never happier than when he was outdoors with his dog, Maggie at his side.

He is survived by his wife, Jean Sitton; sons, Christopher Sitton (Brandi) and Jim Sitton; daughter, Holly Sitton (Jason); grandchildren, Rachel, Ryan, Jared, Katie Jo and Jett Sitton; brother, Harold Sitton (Anna); sisters, Betty Stiles, Helen Baker, Peggy Justus (Bob), and Susie Waldrop (Ronnie); mother-in-law, Marie Smolski; sister-in-law, Christine Sitton; brothers-in-law, Joe, Jim and John Smolski; many loved nieces and nephews; special friend, Keith Norman, “like-a-brother”; and his beloved dog, Maggie.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Monday, January 2, in the main sanctuary of Immaculate Conception Church. The family will receive guests in the St. Francis Hall of the church following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Chestnut Society at acf.donorshops.com/products/donatetoacf.php.


Service

Monday, January 2, 2017
2:00 PM

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church - Directions
208 7th Ave. West
Hendersonville, NC 28791
828-693-6901

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  • December 29, 2016
    Linda Brittain says:
    Joe and I are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a great man.

  • December 29, 2016
    Alton Connor says:
    Dear Susie and family ~ Please know my heart goes out to each of you in the sudden passing of your brother. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I pray that God's grace will sustain each of you during this time of loss. With Love, Prayers and Deepest Sympathy ~ Alton

  • January 01, 2017
    Lynice Broyles lit a candle:
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  • January 03, 2017
    Jim Smolski says:
    I will remember how much Red loved to visit Colorado. For the mountains, for his love of outdoors, for his family who live here. There was always a special relationship between Red and Mom. You will be missed.