She was born in Neenah, Wisconsin, and lived in Dallas, TX, Anaheim, CA, and Southwest, OH over the years. She got her undergrad from Miami University in communications, and a Masters Degree in environmental science, also from Miami University. She worked in commercial radio and later became a technical writer. Susan also loved her dog, Carrie.
Susan is preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Elaine Arentsen. She is survived by her brother, Scott Arentsen.