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Sponsored by Don Castella.
At Susan's co-worker's wedding in 2004.
Don Castella
July 24, 2011
July 24, 2011
Susan enjoyed the fresh air and horse racing at Arlington Park.
Don Castella
July 24, 2011
Susan at a school art exhibition with her school principal.
July 22, 2011
Susan with some of the thopusands of children she taught to make and appreciate Art.
July 22, 2011
Susan teaching Art in her classroom
Don Castella
July 22, 2011
Susan with two pieces of her artwork.
Don Castella
July 22, 2011
Marti Korpi
June 20, 2011
Don, you have my sincerest sympathy, and you are in my prayers. Trust in the Lord with all your heart.....and He will direct your path.
June 19, 2011
Don-
You know my life will never be the same without Susan. She was always there for me- no questions asked. Through the teen years, the 20's and beyond, our lives took different paths but we were always together in friendship.She was the sister I did not have. I will remember her forever and now pray she is at peace and at rest in Heaven. The hole in my heart will always be there because she is gone-
Jean
Cymerman Family
June 17, 2011
Dear Don & Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Oehler
June 15, 2011
My name is Melissa. I was a student of Susan’s at Rolling Meadows High School. She was a very integral part of my past, shaping me into the woman I am today. She was a tough teacher, a teacher that took no excuses and expected to see you perform at your personal best. I remember the time I was relieved to receive an A on a project and she shocked me when she handed it back saying “You’re not finished”. She always pushed me to achieve excellence and nothing less. I enjoyed the times I made her proud, for I knew it was well deserved and I learned to trust her healthy criticism for it’s ultimate value of showing me how to ‘raise the bar‘. I’ve applied that same no-nonsense determination to my life and artwork ever since. Because of her encouragement, I pursued my artistic abilities with confidence and utmost respect. Art has an important place in my life, it is my refuge and celebration of life. Without Susan, I’m not sure I would have recognized that grand opportunity. Susan’s passion for art and teaching will live in my thoughts and every brushstroke. I dedicate this image of my painting titled Voice. Thank you Susan for helping me find my ‘voice’ through artistic expression. You will be fondly remembered and sorely missed. Light & Love...
This is a 2002 photo of Susan, before she suffered such prolonged physical and emotional pain. I will miss her loving, caring presence all my days.
Don Castella
June 15, 2011
Olga Godinez
June 15, 2011
Susan if I had known the last time you visted us would be your last, I would have hugged you harder, I would have asked you to stay and visit longer, and would have thanked you over and over for being such a good friend. Thank you for the great memories, for the garden tips and planting lessons and the beautiful flowers you gave me from your lovely garden in the early years when you loved gardening, for all the little angel statues because you knew I loved angels, how thoughtful you were. I'll think back smiling on the family vacations we shared in Florida, Mackanaw Island, DC and our last "ladies only" trip to San Francisco and Napa Valley, and all the "wine/whine" ladies nights with Bernadine, Brook, Carol and Rosa-we had great times didn't we? I loved you like a sister-don't ever forget that and I will miss you every time I'm home looking out the window and my eyes look South. Until we meet again...God and Angel Blessings. Olga (Al & Alfredo)
Juan Medina
June 15, 2011
Don, my deepest sympathies. Susan was an inspiration to us all. For a fleeting moment, Elk Grove High School was blessed with her presence. She will never be forgotten.
Gary Hedberg
June 14, 2011
Don and family, On behalf of all your WHS classmates and alumni friends, I would like to offer our collective sympathies and condolences at the passing of your dear wife. May she rest in peace.
Ren Sanfilip
June 14, 2011
Don, I was deeply saddened when I came across the posting of Susan's passing. Thoughts and prayers to you, all family and friends.
Ginger Mueller
June 14, 2011
Susan was a wonderful, caring teacher and coworker. She will be missed by many
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