Fenton H. Hutchison III

Fenton Hewes Hutchison III, known to family and friends as Hutch, passed away on November 5, 2026, at the age of 61.

Born in San Antonio, Texas, on September 20, 1965, Hutch was raised in Marietta, Georgia, and later made his home in Fayetteville, where he and his wife, Lynn, raised their family and built a life together.

Hutch dedicated more than 30 years of his career to the Federal Aviation Administration as an air traffic controller. He took great pride in his work and was known for his strong work ethic, attention to detail, and dedication. Those same qualities carried into his personal life. He was a skilled and resourceful man who enjoyed building, creating, and working alongside his family. Together, he and Lynn built their family home and shared in the many projects and responsibilities that came with creating a life together.

Hutch and Lynn also shared a love of travel and adventure. Over the years, they enjoyed cruising, traveling across the country in their RV, and exploring destinations including Hawaii and Alaska. Their life together was built on a deep partnership, shared experiences, and a commitment to family.

Above all, Hutch was devoted to his family. He took great pride in his daughters and the family they built, and he instilled in them the values of hard work, independence, and self-sufficiency. In his later years, despite the physical challenges brought on by illness, he remained remarkably positive and found great joy in time spent with those closest to him. Sunday dinners with his family became a cherished tradition and a meaningful part of his final years.

Hutch is survived by his loving wife, Lynn Hutchison; his daughters, Christie Houseman and Stacie Hutchison; his son-in-law, Patrick Houseman; and his grandchildren, Emilee and Quill Houseman, with granddaughter Etta Houseman expected soon.

Hutch will be remembered for his dedication, quiet strength, resourcefulness, and unwavering love for his family. The life he built and the values he passed on will continue through the generations who were fortunate enough to know and love him.”