Jason Ellis Sutherland

Jason Ellis Sutherland, 55, of Calhoun Falls, died Sunday, August 30, 2026, at his home. He was the son the late Claude Sutherland and Deborah Ellis Scott.

Jason was a 1989 graduate of Abbeville High School and went on to graduate from Clemson University in 1993 with a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in business. He was presently employed with Velux in Greenwood, SC.  Jason was an avid college sports fan who especially enjoyed Clemson and Abbeville football. Those who knew him understood the pleasure he found in following the teams he loved, celebrating victories, and sharing in the traditions and excitement that surround the game. He also enjoyed fishing, a pastime that brought him quiet satisfaction. Jason was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jimmie Lee and Josie ‘Joey’ Cheek Ellis and paternal grandparents, Tom and Dorothy Sutherland,

Jason is survived by two brothers, Brandon Sutherland (Cissy) and Robert Sutherland (Susie); sister, Brandi Burton; beloved niece, Crystal Sutherland; and his step-mother, Deborah Sutherland.

The family will receive friends 2:00PM – 3:00PM, Friday, September 4, 2025, at Harris Funeral Home, 302 N. Main Street, Abbeville, SC 29620. Funeral services will begin at 3:00PM in the funeral home chapel with Rev. John Ellis officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. The family requests everyone wear their favorite college team colors or Abbeville gear.

Memorial contributions, in memory of Jason, may be sent Abbeville High School Football, 701 Washington Street, Abbeville, SC 29620.

A message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.harrisfuneral.com.

Harris Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Abbeville is assisting the Sutherland family.