Thomas "Tom" Dutton's Obituary
Thomas C. Dutton, 81, of Iron Station, NC went to be with the Lord on August 10, 2024 surrounded by his family. Tom was born on June 20, 1943 in Mecklenburg County to the late Ralph and Lois Dutton.
Tom was a 1961 graduate of North Mecklenburg High School where he ran track. He continued his education at UNC Charlotte where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business. Tom served in the National Guard. He spent his entire career in banking—starting with First Union and then retiring from the Bank of the Ozarks. Tom had a deep love for the Lake Norman community which was shown by his lifelong service to the community. He was involved in the Lake Norman Chamber, Lions Club and the North Mecklenburg Rotary Club. He was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church and the Don Bridger Sunday School Class. He served in many capacities at Mt. Zion during his 50+ years of membership. He enjoyed going to the Wednesday morning men’s prayer breakfast. Tom volunteered time raising money for the Angels of ’97 memorial, which established a new computer lab at Alexander Middle School. He loved living on the lake and enjoyed boating and jet skiing with family and friends. Following his retirement from the bank, he worked at James Funeral Home comforting so many families—many he knew for his entire life.
Tom is survived by his wife Ann Dutton; son, Mark Dutton and wife Heather of Iron Station; daughter, Susan Velardi and husband Monte of Huntersville; beloved grandchildren, Tyler and Jordan; and his siblings, Bill Dutton of Stanley, Jim Dutton of Hendersonville and Vivian Phelps of Virginia Beach.
The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Thursday, August 15 at James Funeral Home. The service to celebrate his life will be held at 10 AM Friday, August 16 at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends in the Family Life Center following burial.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Zion U.M.C., North Mecklenburg Rotary or to the charity of your choice.
James Funeral Home of Huntersville is serving the family.
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