Dr. James Leroy Suthoff
November 21, 1954 ~ March 25, 2023
Dr. James Leroy “Jim” Suthoff, D.O., 68, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023, at CoxHealth Medical Center South in Springfield surrounded by family.
He was born November 21, 1954, in Jefferson City, to Andrew Henry and Celeste Elizabeth (Strope) Suthoff.
He was a 1972 graduate of Helias High School and received his Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy from the University of Missouri–Columbia. Jim achieved his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from A.T. Still University in Kirksville, Missouri. He completed his Residency in Anesthesiology at Botsford General Hospital in Michigan.
He was united in marriage on September 9, 1983, in St. Thomas to Diane Michelle Scott who survives at the home.
Doc Jim practiced as an Anesthesiologist for various hospitals including the last 20 years with the CoxHealth Medical System of Springfield.
He was a former member of the Knights of Columbus. Doc Jim enjoyed hunting, his Canada fishing trips, woodworking, tending to his beehives, and spending time on his farm. Mostly, Jim enjoyed spending time with his family. He was always quick to give updates on his children and their families and share the pictures he had of his grandchildren. The highlight of his day was the daily photo sent to him of Killian and Aubrey. Jim’s extended family was also very important to Jim. From growing up on the farm along the Osage River, the pool parties in the backyard, hayrides at Thanksgiving, and Cardinal ballgames, Jim always enjoyed time with family. Jim was mischievous and daring and the stories of his youth are often retold as family favorites.
Survivors include his wife, Diane Suthoff, Springfield; two children, Dr. Stephanie (Matt) Brooks, Kansas City, MO; Adam Suthoff (Gregory Lush), Springfield; two grandchildren, Killian Brooks and Aubrey Brooks; his mother-in-law, Shirley Scott, Mountain View, MO; six siblings, Sam (Shelly) Suthoff, St. Peters, MO; Nancy Wekenborg, Jefferson City; Diane (Jim) Holzer, St. Charles, MO; Doug (DeAnne) Suthoff, Independence, MO; Jeff Suthoff, Jefferson City; Scott (Tracy) Suthoff, St. Thomas; and a sister-in-law, Lucy Suthoff, St. Thomas.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Steve Suthoff; brother-in-law, Dan Wekenborg; a nephew, David Suthoff; and his father-in-law, Don Scott.
Visitation will be 4:30-7 p.m. Friday, March 31, 2023, at Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City, Missouri with a prayer service at 4 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 1, 2023, at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in St. Thomas, Missouri with the Rev. Leonard Mukiibi officiating.
Burial will be in the St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or to the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
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Dr. Suthoff was an amazing physician with a wonderful bedside manner. It was an honor to work beside him. Sending prayers of comfort.
Some of the best years I ever spent working in Anesthesia was working with Dr. Suthoff at Cox North. I always looked forward to the week when I seen Jim Suthoff on the schedule.I also enjoyed going to NWTF banquets with him & the salmon, that he graciously shared with staff when he returned from his fishing trips. I will always cherish the friendship I had with Dr. Suthoff.
Diane, Steph & Matt, Adam and Greg, Suthoff family and Scott family: My heart breaks for you. We are deeply saddened by this loss and pray you all feel the comfort of God’s embrace at this difficult time.
Eternal rest grant unto Jim, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May Jim’s soul and the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen
Dr Suthoff was always a kind presence while I worked with him. He genuinely cared for his patients and coworkers. I was touched when he came to my husbands funeral in 2017, a few years after I had left Cox, to give honor to our family. It was an unexpected and pleasant surprise to see him there and I have been forever grateful for that moment. ❤️
Mike&Kristi Seibert, Joplin has purchased Peace Lily for Dr. James Suthoff
My heart is heavy with sadness to hear of his passing. I was so fortunate to have gotten to know him when I worked with him at St. John’s in Joplin. He will be deeply missed. He had a special wit and orney ways that were so endearing. The world is a better place with having had him in it.
My heart , hugs, and prayers go out to his family.
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed Jim both at work and play.
Jim and I worked together at Still Hospital, he was both a great coworker and mentor.
Jim & I grew up in St.Thomas – went to grade school together. His sister Nancy & I played softball on the same team and Andy was our couch so yes was around the Suthoff family a lot. Jim was a wonderful person always had a trick up his sleeve but was so much fun to be around. After high school you go your separate ways but if he would be home in St.Thomas at a picnic with his family we would catch up on our family’s. Jim will be missed very much.
I lost my husband Art on March 15, 2022. The loss is so hard. Hold on to the memories watch
for his signs that he is watching over you.
My heart goes out to your family.
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. Sending my condolences to you, Diane, and your family and the Suthoff family. I watched the video and what a wonderful and full life he had! Sending hugs and prayers for peace in your hearts in such a difficult time. ❤️🩹