Elder Gregory Suttington

Gregory “Greg” Suttington was born on December 25, 1965, to George and Ruby Suttington in Kansas City, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Sylvester Suttington; and sister, Barbara Johnson. Gregory accepted Christ in his youth. His mother was adamant about Christ in the life of all her children. Gregory remained in church from childhood and continued to trust in God all his life. Gregory started his education in Kansas City, Kansas School District and graduated from Wyandotte High School. His initial career path led him to attend Central Missouri State University and finalized his educational path becoming an entrepreneur. He received training and education and began his own business, G&S Pest Control. On August 16th, 1997, Gregory married Cheryl Williams, and a combined family was formed. Gregory found love in the sport of boxing, becoming the 1990 National Golden Gloves Champion and continued on to become a Professional Boxer. Gregory always had a passion to help within his community. As a result, the vision of three concerned Christian men who regularly watched youth and young adults hanging out on the streets all day, after school, and on the weekends was realized. After brainstorming how they might use their personal talents and abilities to address their concerns, Community Boxing Fitness Youth Center, Inc. was organized in Kansas City, Kansas in 2005. He began his ministerial journey at Greater Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church in Kansas City, Kansas. He was ordained by Pastor William C. Thomas under the auspices of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, Reverend L. Henderson Bell, President. Minister Suttington served for ten years. As he continued to grow in the Ministry, he was led to start his own Fellowship, Mission Church of Kansas City, Kansas. As the Lord continued to train and bless his leadership, he connected with the Church of Christ (Holiness) USA (also known as COCHUSA). Elder Suttington became the Interim Pastor of New Life Church of Christ (Holiness) USA in July 2008, upon the passing of then-Pastor, Elder Kenneth Smith. He was appointed Pastor of New Life in 2011. In 2014, he was appointed Pastor of two merging churches: New Life Church of Christ (Holiness) USA, KCMO, and Christ Temple Church of Christ (Holiness) USA, KCKS, which became Grace Fellowship Church of Christ (Holiness) USA. Elder Suttington served faithfully with love, leading many to Christ and leading by example at Grace Fellowship. He was also the District Chairman of the Midwest District of the Northcentral Diocese for over 10 years. Greg is survived by his wife Cheryl Suttington; three children, Britney Suttington; Donnell Suttington (Breanna); Shenell Suttington; two step-children, Natasha Williams; Andre’ Williams (Shannon); seven brothers, Patrick Suttington (Brenda); Alvin Suttington; George Suttington (Joanne) of Manassas, VA; Elmer Suttington; Anderson Suttington; Daryl Suttington; and Marcel Suttington; two sisters, Jackie Suttington; Alyce Hardridge; seventeen grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, Church family, and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday October 26, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Grace Fellowship Church of Christ (Holiness) USA . Interment: Highland Park Cemetery. Visitation 10:00A.M.-11:00 A.M. at the church. Arrangements entrusted to Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels. Condolence may be shared on our website.

Elder Gregory Suttington

December 25, 1965 - October 20, 2024