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Susan Rectenwald Wilson

Susan Wilson Obituary

Susan Rectenwald Wilson Susan Rectenwald Wilson, age 46 of Millcreek, died unexpectedly Sunday, October 19, 2008 at Hamot Medical Center. Born in Erie on September 10, 1962 she was a daughter of the late James B. and Jeanne M. Keller Rectenwald. Susan was a graduate of McDowell High School, Class of 1980 and of Clarion University, Class of 1984 with a BS in Business and was in Alpha Xi Delta Sorority. She worked for Bon Ton as a Sales Associate for over seven years. Susan was a member of Holy Cross Church and was an officer with the Tracy Elementary PTA serving as Room-Parent Coordinator. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a daughter, Keller Q. Wilson. She is survived by her husband of 11 years, Richard C. Wilson; a son, Reid H. Wilson, at home, a sister, Sara R. Vollmer and her husband Charles, of Dublin, Ohio; two nephews, Zachary C. Vollmer and Noah J. Vollmer; a niece, Abigail E. Vollmer; two aunts, Marjorie Clark and Carol Koebe; and a cousin, Roger W. Koebe and his wife Jennifer and their daughters, Caitlin and Anna Koebe. Friends may call at the Burton Westlake Funeral Home 3801 West 26th Street at Powell Avenue on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and are invited to a Prayer service there on Wednesday at Noon followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Cross Church, 7100 West Ridge Road, Fairview, at 1 p.m. with the Reverend Scott Detisch celebrant. Burial will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Tracy Elementary School Library 2624 West 6th Street Erie, PA 16505. Send condolences at www.Burtonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Erie Times-News from Oct. 20 to Oct. 21, 2008.

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Marcie Bennett

October 27, 2008

My daughter (Danielle in 4-O) is in 4th grade with Reid. We are both so sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Susan at Tracy during school parties and functions. She was a great woman and will be deeply missed by many. Reid, you, your dad, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

"Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy."

Judy Parsons (Veneziano)

October 26, 2008

My deepest sympathy as this sorrowful time. I went to grade school with Sara at OLCS and saw Susan at Bon Ton the last time I was in town for my SVHS reunion, I hadnt seen here in years but it was great to catch up, what a wonderful smile! my prayers are with you and your son and Sara and her family

Judy Parsons (Veneziano) Charleston, SC

Madison Carson

October 24, 2008

Reid
I am sorry to hear about your mom passing away. You are in my thoughts and prayers..

JoAnn Turano

October 24, 2008

Rich
I was sorry to hear about Sues passing . Please know that I will
pray for you and Reid and that prayers will help you through this difficult time.

Ann Marie Kenney

October 23, 2008

Richard and Reid, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. All our Love. Jim Breen, Ann Marie (Breen) Kenney, Stan Kenney, Misty, Terry, Morgan and Cassie Orr

Ann Marie Kenney

October 23, 2008

Sara, Charles, Zachary, Noah and Abigail,
May God bless you in this time of sorrow. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. All Our Love, Jim Breen, Ann Marie (Breen) Kenney, Stan Kenney, Misty, Terry, Morgan and Cassie Orr

Dan & Lorrie Kowalski

October 22, 2008

Rich & Reid,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are both in our thought and prayers!

Ashley (Hoydic) Fries

October 22, 2008

Richard and Reid,
I am so sorry and saddened to hear about the loss of Susan. We worked together at Elder-Beerman. She always had a upbeat personality and a smile on her face. She always kept me laughing. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

Maureen Felder

October 21, 2008

Sara, Charles, Zachary, Noah and Abigail
We are saddened, to hear of the death of Susan. Our deepest sympathy, to each of you. Thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless each of you.
All our Love-
Cousin Maureen (Breen) and Morris Felder; Morrie, Kelly and Adysen

Debbie Killian

October 21, 2008

I am so sad to hear this news...Susan worked with me at my parents Hallmark store. She could make conversation with everyone and always,always with a smile. She was such fun to work with. I lost track of her for a while, then there she was at Bon-Ton smiling at me. I'll miss that...

Dillon Counts

October 21, 2008

Reid,
I am sorry to here about your mom.She was a really nice person.Dillon Counts Tracy 4th grader

Kathleen Welle

October 21, 2008

Rich, I'm so sorry for your loss. Rick told me today at work. My heart goes out to you man. If Reid needs anything please let me know. If you need a sitter on the weekends he can come play with Owen. Amelia and Owen feel so sad for your son, please tell him they are there for him at school.

Pam Urso

October 21, 2008

Rich and Reid - It's hard to find words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss.... I don't need to tell you how special Sue was. I feel so fortunate to have had her for a friend all these years, and I will miss her for many more to come. Lean on your family and friends right now, we are all there for you.

Tom & Loretta McLaughlin

October 21, 2008

Rich and Reid,

We were saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Susan ... our heartfelt condolences. We will keep you both in our prayers.

With our deepest sympathy,

Maureen Felder

October 21, 2008

Richard and Reid,
We are deeply saddened, to hear of the death of Susan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. May the Good Lord Above, give you the strength needed, to help you through these trying days ahead. God Bless each of you.
Much Love-
Cousin Maureen (Breen) and Morris Felder;
Morrie, Kelly and Adysen Felder

Amy (Barchony) Schmeck

October 21, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Susan back at Elder-Beerman. She always made my shifts go faster talking and laughing with her. She often spoke to me of Richard and Reid which made her face light up every time.

Thinking of you,
Amy

Mary Beth Wilcher

October 21, 2008

Richard and Reid, You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your beautiful wife and devoted mother. Susan was always a joy to work with and had a smile for everyone she encountered. She's smiling down on you both today letting you know that she's okay. Susan's with God now and together they are both watching over you. God bless you both.

Barbara Spusta

October 21, 2008

I truly enjoyed catching up on news of Tracy School everytime I would see Susan at Bon Ton's. I will definitely miss her friendly face and our extensive chats. She was a such a wonderful and caring friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Brenda Fialkowski

October 21, 2008

Richard & Reid,
I am so sorry for your loss but remember Susan will always be there for you in your hearts and memories. Keep her close by talking of the happiness she gave with her smile and laughter. I worked with her at the Bon Ton and I was always looking to her department to see if she was going to be working so we could talk for some laughter and smiles. She would even include customers in our conversations and had them laughing as well. She always brightened my day and I think each and everyones that she encountered in her life. Be proud of her beauty, heart and soul because she was loved by all.

Paula Oakes (Passerotti)

October 21, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. I knew Susan from growing up with her and Sara. My deepest sympathy.

Nicki Romba Johnson

October 20, 2008

Richard and Reid,

I am so sorry for this terrible loss. Susan was a wonderful person who could always get a smile and a good laugh out of anyone. I had the pleasure of working with Susan at Elder Beerman and always looked forward to working the same shift as her so we could spend the whole time talking. She was a special person and she will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 20, 2008

Rich and Reid,
You're both in our thoughts and prayers.Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Your fellow techs@HBM

Liz Nee

October 20, 2008

Richard and Reid-
Susan was a truly beautiful person and she will be deeply missed. I always looked forward to seeing her at Tracy -- she added a spark to whatever she was doing making everything a little bit more fun.

Linda Eliason & John Kruger

October 20, 2008

Rich and Reid
John and I are very sadden about the loss of Susan.Please if there is anything we can do let us know.We are and will alway be here for the two of you.

Kelly Bidwell (Brougham)

October 20, 2008

Richard,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Camille called be today and I am so sad. My prayers are with you and Reid.

Alicia Hessinger

October 20, 2008

I'm terribly sorry to hear about your loss. Anyone who knew Susan knew what an outstanding person she was. I'm truely privledged to have had her in my life and know that her time here was well spent. She was more than just a colleague from the Elder-Beerman years but a genuine friend. She will be dearly missed.

Mary Till

October 20, 2008

Susan, how often I looked for your smiling face, knowing I always had a friend. I think of all the times we would laugh together at Tracy and I will miss that so much. Your dedication to PTA has meant so much for so many children. May you always be remembered as the wonderful giving person you were. You will be missed.
Tracy PTA

Patrina Vogt

October 20, 2008

Richard and Reid,

I worked with Susan at Bon Ton for a little over two years and cannot tell you what a blessing she was every day I saw her smiling face. She always took time out to listen to me when I needed a friend to talk to. She even helped me pick out the cutest outfits! She found enjoyment in everyday miracles. I am so saddened at her passing and will be praying for you both in the time to come. He memory is a blessing.

Laura "Clark" Lawson

October 20, 2008

I am very sorry for your loss of Susan. I worked with Susan at Elder-Beerman, she had a heart of gold with a smile always on her face. You are in my prayers at this difficult time.

Sarah Wilson

October 20, 2008

We are so sorry about this whole situation. Our prayers are with you both...is there is anything that we can do for you guys please let us know. Lots of love and prayers

John (Knox), Sarah, Hannah and Taylor Wilson

Cheryl Mowery

October 20, 2008

I'm the student nurse, and acquaintance of Susan. My prayers are with you, and have been throughtout your ordeal. Susan's presence will guide you through these difficult times. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you and your family.

Mary Wallace Rink

October 20, 2008

My condolences are with you and your family! Susan and I attended McDowell High School together, and she was my roomie at Clarion University for a year!! I was so shocked and saddened at hearing the news! My prayers are with you!

Mary Wallace

Mandy Schaller

October 20, 2008

I had worked with Susan for a few years at Elder-Beerman and she was easily my favorite person there. I looked forward to working the same shift with her and we would talk for hours. I was shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Richard and Reid you are in my prayers and I hope you can take comfort in knowing how many lives Susan had touched. She made everyone she met smile and now she is smiling down on everyone as one of God's angels.

Jennifer Sasso

October 20, 2008

My son is in Reid's class. We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Julie Greaves

October 20, 2008

Dear Rich and Reid, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Halle Johnston

October 20, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tina (Teats) Rapp

October 20, 2008

Please be assured of my prayers now and in the days ahead. Susan and I were grade school and high school classmates and friends - so many good memories.

KARA & JIM OOSTERKAMP

October 20, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.Our prayers and thoughts are with you and Reed
in this time of sorrow.

Glory Geib

October 20, 2008

Dear Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Susan was my classmate and Sara and I played sports together.
You are all in my prayers.

Rev. Glory Geib

Missy Butchkosky

October 20, 2008

Richard & Reid~

I know we only met a couple times when you were in for Susan at the store. I wanted to tell you how much Susan meant to me. She was such a great person and was always talking about you and Reid. I hope he knows how much his mommy loved him because words can not express how much she did. I know she is up there looking down on you guys. Have peace in knowing that one day you will all meet again. Stay strong knowing how much she loved you both.

Thinking of both of you,

Missy Butchkosky
~Bon-Ton

Patrick Thiem

October 20, 2008

I am stunned and saddened to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the families. She will be missed for a long time.

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