A force to be reckoned with and beloved by all. We liked her so much we invited her to the Class of 1979's ten year reunion. We lost Doug Campbell (second from right) this year.  I hope she's giving him a hard in heaven. God Bless you Mrs. Sturniolo.

I was the last of 4 siblings to go to Walton and I would not have graduated without Mrs. Sturniolo. I was already a bit of a truant my Sr year but in a week of Spring semester, my grandfather died and my father had heart surgery. Dad had some complications so most mornings I needed to take care of him and pick up his housekeeper from the bus stop in Sandy Springs before heading to Walton.  Most days I was late or didn’t come in at all. With about two weeks left in school I checked in around 3rd period on my already shortened early work release day and was informed that I had not met the states minimum for attendance to graduate. She told me if I could manage not to skip out for the remaining two weeks she would make sure my minimum was made.  I’ll never forget that kindness. 

I’ll also forever remember my sophomore year when my brother got in a car accident on the way to taking us to school. We were late and while checking in she gave my brother an unexcused tardy. My brother protested as his car was rear ended and not his fault to no avail. She then smiled and handed me an excused tardy.  Carlyle was pissed. 😃. 

I am so sorry for your loss but grateful that she was here.    Jack Rood

I graduated from Walton high school in 1983. I remember working in the PPO office with Mrs. Sturniolo all four years I was in high school. She made going to high school so much easier for me when my parents were going through divorce. She was a mother figure, and a dear friend. She will be greatly missed.

Mrs Sturniolo was the reason I survived moving from Lilburnto East Cobb in the 80s. She could spot a fish out of water. She welcomed me into her office as a student helper and made me feel like I belonged.  I still love her for it. Thank you to her family for sharing her with me. She made a difference to this girl. Sending love and prayers to the family.

I remember trying to duck out of school early once with a fake parent note. Thought I’d gotten away with it till I went to the PPO to sign out and she nabbed me!  Got quite the stern “talking to”.   I never tried that again😃. My deepest condolences to the Sturniolo family.

As a former student of Walton High School, I always loved, respected and feared Mrs. Sturniolo.

She loved us, and kept us in line!

I also enjoyed two semesters working with her in the PPO office.  

Wonderful lady!  I am so sorry for your loss.  My prayers are with the family during this time.

Mrs. Sturniolo was my team mom when I played basketball at Walton High School. Before that, I was terrified of her. But as our team mom I learned it was all an act.  She was funny, sarcastic, loving, clever, and immensely kind. I was also her 4th period aid all of my senior year. I was on minimum day and she often let me leave early, especially during the ACC Tournament and March Madness, to watch my alma mater (the UNC Tarheels). As a resident of Indian Hills, Mr. & Mrs. Sturniolo were also blessed with many unplanned visits from me as I traipsed through the neighborhood. And they always welcomed me with open arms, smiles, and an offer of food and/or drink. It was not too long ago that she crossed my mind with fond memories. And then last night I got the news. I have loved seeing these pictures of her beautiful family, and seeing how much she meant to so many. It was clearly a life well-lived. And I loved her with all my heart. 

Kathy Wilson
Walton HS Class of 1984

To the Sturniolo Family and our friends,  Jay & Kevin Cannon and their children.   Our deepest sincere condolences as you celebrate & mourn  the transition of you're amazing matriarch “Sue’”. God tells us to be absent from the body is to be in the presence of the Lord.  And when we are at our weakest He is ever so close. We hope  our thoughts and prayers cling to you as we petition the Holy Spirit to comfort each you, especially you Jay Bird there’s nothing like a mama/bff.   Grief has no expiration , just as our friendship & connection over the years has been.  Let’s have spaghetti & meatball soon. 

With great fondness & respect
Team Dwyer

In 1980 I joined the Walton staff.  I had served in the military from 1969-71.  Sue was my drill sergeant at Walton.  The thing about drill sergeants.... they didn't mess around with the new recruits,  but at the end of the day were always willing to give you a little hug.  Sue gave me my hugs that first year at Walton.   She was also the girls basketball team mom amongst many other things.I depended on her for soothing the emotions of teenage girls when I coached.  She was definitely one of my best players.  If Walton doesn't already have a piece of the school named after her.,... they need to consider it.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Bob Younglove. WHS 1980-88

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Jeannette Sturniolo

23 febrero, 1936 – 7 mayo, 2024

H.M. Patterson & Son-Canton Hill Chapel

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