Eddie Sustaita
February 14, 1948 ~ July 10, 2024
Eddie Sustaita, of Palestine, Texas, passed away peacefully on the 10th day of July 2024, in Tyler, Texas. He was 76 years of age at the time of his passing. Born on the 14th day of February 1948, in Houston, Texas, to parents Raymond Sustaita and Janie Mongonia, Eddie's life was marked by his warmth, friendliness, and the exceptional skill of his hands.
Eddie's journey as a master electrician began with a passion for understanding how things worked and a desire to solve complex problems. This passion led him to establish his own business, Astro Electric, which he owned and operated with distinction. His work not only illuminated the homes and lives of his clients but also shone a light on the kind of dedicated professional he was.
Apart from his professional endeavors, Eddie's interests painted the picture of a man who loved the simple pleasures in life. An avid outdoorsman, he found solace in the quiet of the woods while hunting and the gentle lapping of the water while fishing. His love for the Houston Astros was as enduring as the sport itself, and he rarely missed an opportunity to cheer on his favorite team.
Eddie's love for his family was the cornerstone of his life. He cherished the times spent playing cards with them and the shared excitement of a casino adventure. His home was often filled with laughter, stories, and the warmth of his presence.
Those who knew Eddie will remember him as a loving soul, a friendly face in the crowd, and as handy as they come. His legacy is not just in the circuits and wires he expertly crafted but in the hearts of all who loved him. Eddie's memory will continue to guide and inspire, much like the steady light he spent his life ensuring for others.
Eddie leaves behind his wife of 23 years, Kathryn Almond Sustaita; sons, Tracy Tucker Sustaita and Eddie Sustaita, Jr.; daughter, Regina Rhone and husband Jeremy; stepdaughters, Wanda Lambright, Dianne Johnson, and Toni Slider; sisters, Darlene Brown and Jeanette Lambright; brother, Tony Sustaita; seven grandchildren; twelve step grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; twenty-one step great-grandchildren; and many friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Janie Sustaita; stepdaughter, Thressa Molton; stepson, William Hughes, Jr.; and his brothers, Henry Sustaita, Raymond Sustaita, Jr., Joe Sustaita, and Eugene Sustaita.
On Saturday, the 13th day of July 2024, from five o'clock until seven o'clock in the evening, friends are invited to visit with the family at Rhone Funeral Home.
Graveside services to honor the life of Eddie Sustaita are to be conducted at two o'clock in the afternoon, on Sunday the 14th day of July 2024 at Land of Memory Cemetery. Pastor David Malone will be officiating the service.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Tracy Tucker Sustaita, Colby Sustaita, Jeremy Rhone, Gregory Moore, Ramon Chavez, Randy Sustaita, and Jeffery Lambright. Honorary pallbearers include Ricky Shaw and Brantley Rhone.
Funeral services for Eddie Sustaita are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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Just a all around great guy as letting me deer hunt with him catfishing on lake Palestine trapping hogs what he taught me will forever be with me will be missed very much…as he would know me as Flip
Eddie was the most considerate fisherman I have ever met. A dear friend for over 25 years to me and my whole family. We loved his family like we’re part of it, we loved Eddie. Eddie is so much more then a friend he was more like a brother.
Eddie was the most considerate fisherman I have ever met, along with his Brother Eugene. He has been a dear friend of to me along with my whole family, more like a Brother.I have hundreds of memory’s, from story’s around camp fires, story’s around the card table, to him showing us secret fishing holes. Eddie will be missed
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Playing cards and dominoes at his sister’s house all threw my childhood, teenage and into adulthood! He always made me laugh and cared so much for everyone. My heart breaks for everyone of you. May God gove you all peace in this time. He also made a joke about how i caught aunt nets kitchen on fire… I will never forget that or him! Truly one of a kind…
Playing cards and dominoes at his sister’s house all threw my childhood, teenage and into adulthood! He always made me laugh and cared so much for everyone. My heart breaks for everyone of you. May God gove you all peace in this time. He also made a joke about how i caught aunt nets kitchen on fire… I will never forget that or him! Truly one of a kind…
I have so many I could not list them all. From his stories around the card table, or camp fire, or fishing with him, coupled with all the secret fishing holes he showed me and my family. Eddie was the most considerate fisherman I have ever met. A friend for over 26 year to me and my family so much more then a friend more like a brother. He will be missed
Prayers for all Family and Friends. Always enjoyed our conversations when he and his wife came to my business for breakfast and lunch. All of us at Van’s
sharing a love and thought of my cousin eddie…..remember you as a baby toddling around following tony and other sibblings, i understand you were named after your dads brother eddie….RIP cousin your family will miss you….but in your SAVIORS ARMS, no more pain and struggles you are with the ones you loved and have missed….thinking of you eddie!! your cousin shirley hunt
Just wanted to say what a beautiful video tribute of y’all’s Daddy. I love y’all & y’all are in my prayers I’m so sorry…
My dad’s and mom’s friend from coon hunting days. we hung out at Eddie’s place just to play cards or play 42. He and his family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Eddie was a good friend and a great neighbor I always enjoyed visiting with him when he would stop by when I was at the property. He was my go-to for all of my many electrical projects. Eddie will be missed! Blessings to the Sustaita family. Are thoughts and prayers are with you.