I’m Susie’s first cousin on her mother’s side. I was told many times how much I looked like Vivian. I always thought my sister and Susie looked alike. When we were little and on  the farm at Christmas we were all given three year old dolls! I  was the youngest of the three of us and loved them. ( still have it). I also remember when Three Dog Night had produced an album and Susie played it over and over. I thought it was great because she loved it. I’m sad to think she is gone but I know I will see her in heaven! That is a comfort to me. Doris Gibson Bohl

Susie was strong and fearless. My first cousin, who was talented and lived life fully.  She had a beautiful voice, played piano, wonderful calligrapher and artist.  I'm so glad she spent time with us at my home in New Orleans before she passed. It was a good time.  I'll miss you always,  Susie.

We met as neighbors on Atherton, and quickly became close friends for the next 30 plus years. Susie was fun to be with, and we spent our early years carpooling our kids and going to Mass at St Catherine, and later, some travels together, but mostly, simple visits, eating , shopping, and sharing stories about our families.  Susie was a talented artist, and her talents went beyond her amazing calligraphy,; she made everything beautiful: her home, her fashion, her makeup, her children, her Christmas decor, and even her sandwiches, which she made with such delight and care, always saying, “I’ll pass it thru the garden “ as she added many layers of fresh veges!! She elevated ordinary moments with her smart humor and ability to make you feel smart and humorous too! I will miss Susie so much, and I am forever most grateful for her gentle invitation in 1998, to seek God, and a to praise Him with Joy. I loved my friend, Susie, and now she rest elsewhere in total peace with God.  Hilary and Brady, I am sorry for your loss.    Love, Sharon Normand

I was shocked to hear about Susie's passing. She was always a good friend. We all had such fun and wonderful memories during our Ecole high school years. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Warmest regards,
Lawrence Levy

Susie was an inspiration to me and someone that I so wanted to be like  as I was growing up.  My wedding was based on hers except I couldn't have a cake with strawberry because I got married in June so I had to settle for sugared grapes instead....I remember her saying to me that honestly she had always wanted grapes on hers.  It made me feeling pretty special and how I thought of her like my big sister and not just a cousin!  I will miss her and hope that I have been half the woman she was!  Love you Gay

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6 febrero, 1950 – 5 diciembre, 2024

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