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Susanne Mattheis Obituary

Age 63, of Bismarck, ND on Thursday, November 8, 2007, at Medcenter One in Bismarck after a recent health struggle.{M1} A memorial service will be held on Tuesday at 12:30 PM at Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck with Rev. Thomas E. Kramer officiating. Burial will be in Boston, MA. She is survived by her sister, Joan Delaney Fitzpatrick and her husband, Roger Fitzpatrick of Potomac, MD, and their children, Christopher, Sarah, Elise, and Stephen; her brother-in-law, Dr. William E. Staples of Canton, MA, and his children, Maureen, Kathleen "Kym", William Bradford, and Jon; her sister, Maureen Silva of Weymouth, MA, and her children, Andrea, Parker, and Suzanne; and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Eleanor Marie Staples; and her brother-in-law, Joseph Silva. Please direct memorials to the Susanne Delaney Mattheis Memorial Fund. For full obit go to www.parkwayfuneral.com to share memories of Susanne and to sign the online guestbook. Parkway Funeral Service

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 11, 2007.

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Merry Hook

May 15, 2008

OH Susanna Rosanna Danna do I ever MISS you!!! Time always too short, never enough words spoken, something forgotten but we did have a "Marvelous Time, Dahling".

You're ALWAYS in my Heart,
Merry Mercedes:>)

Maureen Staples-Kozak

December 5, 2007

Aunt Suzanne, I loved you dearly. You were too young to go away. You gave so much of yourself to so many people. I'll will miss you terribly.

Brad Staples & Family

December 4, 2007

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there... I do not sleep.
I am the thousand winds that blow...
I am the diamond glints on snow...
I am the sunlight on ripened grain...
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you waken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of gentle birds in circling flight...
I am the soft star that shines at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry—
I am not there... I did not die...
(A Bit Of Irish For An Irish Lass)

Suzi we loved you as our Aunt and as a strong spirited voice in our family

Stan, Bonnie, Chris, Cathy, Win & Michael Rothenberger, Farquharson

November 17, 2007

Susanne was a member of the family-- though the louder one! She really dedicated so many hours to the causes and needs of so many. With her zing and zeal, she took the West by storm and turned many heads along the way. Whether it was making bows for a catering or braiding a horse's tail in the predawn hours, Susanne really knew how to support our family when we needed help most. From airport pick-ups and drop-offs to replacing the wash machine before Bonnie got home, the memories and stories of Aunt Susanne will be cherished for a long time. She really meant a lot to us, because her love and care for our family was unending and unwaivering. We all just hope that her spirit and dedication live on in the community she loved best.

Sandra and Joe LaDuke

November 11, 2007

Our condolences to the family of Susanne. She was such a special woman and such a great friend. We spent many days riding and working cattle together at the ranch near Selfridge. Her hospitality was second to none as was her sense of humor and wonderful personality. We will treasure many memories of the great times we had together.

Shari Schlosser

November 11, 2007

Susanne will be missed by all who knew her. She was an avid supporter of North Dakota and very involved in her community. Our prayers are with her family. May she rest in peace.

Skip & Peggy TenBroek

November 11, 2007

We wish to express our sincere Sympathy to Susannes family. We were neighbors at the ranch by Selfridge. Worked cattle together and enjoyed her fun personality. She was so fun to tease. Our prayers are with you.

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