Larry Sutherlin Memorial Scholarship established at Ripley Co. Community Foundation
Jun. 21—The Ripley County Community Foundation has announced the establishment of the Larry Sutherlin Memorial Scholarship. The Sutherlin Family established this scholarship in memory of Larry, who dedicated his life to the field of education.
Larry passed away in June, 2023 at the age of 80. He was a longtime educator whose teaching career began at Moores Hill School and then continued for 33 years in the South Ripley School Corporation. During his tenure at South Ripley, he taught juniors and seniors, served as prom director, student council sponsor, class sponsor, in addition to coaching baseball and freshman basketball. He was a member of the Ripley County Retired Teachers Association, and was bestowed the Sagamore of the Wabash by Indiana Governor Frank O'Bannon.
The Larry Sutherlin Memorial Scholarship will support a graduating senior from South Ripley High School who demonstrates financial need in the pursuit of a post-secondary degree.
"Larry possessed a great love for children and his life's blessing was in teaching. He was a role model for hundreds of students and found joy in guiding students to achieve their full potential.
Through this scholarship fund, we hope to support tomorrow's teachers and find happiness in the fact that Larry's legacy will continue to impact the lives of local students for generations," said Sue Sutherlin, Larry's wife.
Visit rccfonline.org/ to donate to the Larry Sutherlin Memorial Scholarship or any of the 209 endowment funds managed by the Ripley County Community Foundation. For more information, contact the Ripley County Community Foundation, 13 E. George Street, Suite B, Batesville; by calling 812-933-1098; or via email at office@rccfonline.org.
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