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Susan Wynn Coben, 51, of Charlotte, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Carolinas Medical Center of complications from her fight against Breast Cancer.
Sue was born on August 13, 1960 in Smyrna, TN, the eldest of three children of Larry and Esther Wynn of Huntington, NY. She was married to Matt Coben on March 19, 1988 in Long Island City, NY. Sue was a graduate of Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY with a BA in Social Work.
Sue's heart was her family. She was passionate about life and her interests - friends, tennis, books, shoes, reality TV, and working with autistic children. Her work at the Cyzner Institute working with children with Autism had become her life passion, and she had begun her graduate degree in special education. She was an avid tennis player. Sue taught us all how to say what you mean, stand for what you believe in, support those you love, and be a loyal friend. Her example will live on.
She is survived by her husband of 23 years, Matt, and her children, Josh, Carly, and Allie, all of Charlotte, North Carolina; her parents, Larry and Esther Wynn of Huntington, NY; her brother, Bill and his wife, Kim, of Los Angeles, CA; and her brother, Jonathan and his wife, Lori, and their three children of Pittsburgh, PA.
A memorial service will be held at Temple Beth El on Monday, December 19th at 3:00 p.m. Donations in her memory can be made to Carolina Breast Friends at 1607 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28207, [email protected].
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Larisa M.
May 23, 2012
I have just today learned of Sue's passing through the Skidmore Scope and am very, very saddened and shocked. I spoke to Sue a couple of years back and it was as though no time had passed. I will always remember Sue for her incredible sense of humor and her delivery of that humor! I am so very sorry to read that she had passed. My prayers go to all of her family members.
Jim Spencer
December 23, 2011
Matt & Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort in the tough days ahead. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Mona Richardson
December 22, 2011
To Ester & Larry,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the untimely death of your beloved daughter, Susan. We are so sorry for your loss.
Our son, Jack, was/is a good friend of your son, Billy.
Sincerely,
Bill & Mona Richardson
Wade L
December 21, 2011
Matt - Not sure what to say. Really feel for you, buddy. Hang in there and cherish the memories. See you soon.
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Derek Block
December 20, 2011
Matt, Carly, Allie, Josh:
From all of us at Touchstone... Sue was an incredible person. The times I got to meet her were unforgettable. The eulogy from her "sister" was everything I had a chance to know. Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you.
Leslie Konigsberg Levy
December 20, 2011
The Tripp Lake Camp family is saddened to hear of Sue Wynn Coben's passing. Sue will always be remembered as a kind, warm, fun-loving person.
Our sincere condolences to the Coben and Wynn families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Todd Fuller
December 20, 2011
I just learned of this sad news this morning. Carly is one of my students. My prayers will be with her and the Coben family.
December 20, 2011
Barry and I were heartbroken to hear about Sue. When our kids were in pre-school, noone quite made me laugh like Sue. Her creative comments, joyous smile and spunky spirit ...what treasures! We send our deepest sympathy to Sue's family. Sue Schneider, Charlotte NC
Soul mates!
Gail Shahan
December 19, 2011
I just lost a best friend, Sue was my soul mate in college, the memory of our crazy times will live on forever. I can't help myself from laughing every time I think of her. She was by far the most animated person I know. I can truly say my love ran deep for Sue. She gave her all to me as a friend, she wore her heart on her sleeve and never held back her opinion(good for her!).
I can't express how sorry I feel, my love goes out to all the Cobens and Wynns.
December 19, 2011
Am so shocked by the news! Anytime I saw Sue she always said hello, though we were not close our girls played basketball one year and are friendly now through BBYO. Both girls volunteered in the summers at Cyzner and knew Sue as very kind to all. All our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are sadden by your loss.
Emily, Jeff, Rachel and Shelby Vaughan
Robert Johnson
December 19, 2011
Coben's,
My heart goes out to your family right now. My heart hurts for you guys right now! Despite only knowing Allie as her teacher, I know how much she loved her mom. My prayers go out to all of you in this difficult time.
Jodi Valenstein
December 19, 2011
Our love and prayers are with you today and always. We are so honored to have known Sue for all these years. We will miss her.
Jodi and Greg Valenstein
December 19, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sue was a great person and friend and will be missed deeply. My heart goes out to you and your family. Joseph and Dorine Fusaro
Kim Maguire
December 19, 2011
We send you our love and prayers to get through this tough time. your friends at the Charlotte Jewish Preschool
Teresa Summerville
December 19, 2011
I remember Sue as a very strong, vibrant and lovely woman. Her warmth touched everyone she met. Your family was very blessed to have her and I know she will be missed.
Carolina Breast Friends Pink House
December 19, 2011
From all of Sue's newly found "sisters" at Carolina Breast Friends we send our deepest sympathy for the loss of this beautiful woman. Thou we only knew her a short time she touched our hearts and minds. Our thoughts are with Sue's family and friends.
December 19, 2011
Our sincere condolences to your family at this trying time. Our thoughts nd prayers are with you. Fran and Herb Jackowitz, Delray Beach,Fl.
December 19, 2011
Dear Matt,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Please know my prayers are with you , your children and all of your family during this difficult time. May God comfort you all.
Sincerely,
Diane Church
Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute
Beth Unger Stallkamp
December 19, 2011
Once you meet Sue you never forget her. Her smile, her ability to make you laugh, her love of life were all to be admired. The world is a sadder place today with the untimely loss of a dear wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and colleague to many. My thoughts and prayers are with her family always.
Roberta Lash
December 19, 2011
Matt, my sincere condolences to you and your family. May her memory be for blessing, Susan Wynn Coben Z"L.
Ronda Jackowitz
December 19, 2011
While we only the had the pleasure of Sue's company on a few wonderful occasions, we will remember her for her embracing warmth and wonderful sense of humor. We extend our heartfelt sorrow to all her family and friends! We are deeply sorry for your loss. Ronda, Mark, Leah, and Talia Jackowitz, Longmeadow, MA
Judy Jackowitz-Rotenberg
December 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this trying time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Grace Houghton
December 19, 2011
My heart is aching for all of Sue's family. She was a most wonderful friend and a vibrant, fun-loving, and thoroughly delightful human being. I hope the support and comfort you offer each other will help ease the pain of the days and weeks ahead. I send you my love and deep condolences.
CMC-Pineville ED Nurses
December 19, 2011
Our prayers are with your family during this time. We were very sorry to hear of your loss.
Paula Hoogerland
December 19, 2011
Sue truly was a person of passion and loyalty. She loved her family dearly. Sue was committed to doing her best everyday. Her energy was contagious and she celebrated life's mini goals. Her phrase was, " raise the roof" with her hands raised and she would do a little dance. She will be dearly missed.
Peter Levinson
December 19, 2011
Her sense of humor was second to none. Whenever we saw each other, she greeted me with, "Hello, Pierre" using her best French accent. You will be missed.
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