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Suzanne Schellenger Obituary

Suzanne "Sue" W. Schellenger, age 79, of Naples, Fla., died March 4, 2011, surrounded by her family. Sue was a 1949 graduate of Agnes Irwin School in Wynnewood, Pa., and a 1953 graduate of Smith College in Northampton, Mass. A longtime resident and realtor in Darien, Conn. Sue and her husband Spike spent the last 10 years spending summers in Wilmot, N.H. and winters in Naples, Fla. Sue is survived by her husband, Charles William "Spike" Schellenger; children Amy (Rob) Lynch, Polly (Bill) Haylon, and Gil (Jodi) Schellenger, six grandchildren, and sister Polly Riggs. A private family service is being held at a later date. Those who wish to honor Sue may attend a church service of their choice in her memory. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nativity School of Worcester, 67 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 01605 (nativityworcester.org) or the charity of your choice. For condolences visit fullerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Main Line Media News from Mar. 8 to Mar. 9, 2011.

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kathleen Dennis-Walter

August 9, 2011

So many wonderful memories of a special Mom growing up in our neighborhood. I just found out about her passing. I am very sorry for your loss. Love to you all, especially my friend Amy. Kathleen Dennis Walter (Murrells Inlet, SC)

March 10, 2011

Thank you Amy for sharing your wonderful mom during the famous Darien ice storm and for the time I spent with your family. She was a woman full of strength, kindness, happiness and love. I know how hard it is to let go of loved ones and I am thinking of you in these difficult times. Love to you and your family. Betsi Selecman Schaefer

D. Michael Linihan

March 9, 2011

Spike, Mike and I are thinking of you at this difficult time. While the feelings are now sad and painful, I know that with the passage of time, the memories of the wonderful life you shared with Sue will begin to suplant those. We will keep you in our thoughts and Sue in our prayers.

Helen Bullock

March 9, 2011

Thinking of each of you with tenderness, Spike, Amy, Polly and Gil and family. Wonderful memories of childhood times together come welling up, especially skiing. May the blessings of the richness of your family and friends bring you some comfort now. Sending prayers and love for Sue and each of you, Helen

Debbie Horan Ferrer

March 9, 2011

Always a twinkle in her eye and on the verge of a smile....such a kind and beautifully articulate woman.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Jane Morgan

March 9, 2011

You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Much love, Jane Hansen Morgan

Laura Van Wormer

March 9, 2011

Talk about a life well lived! My heart goes out to you, Spike, Amy, Polly and Gil, for the sudden loss of Sue. I think you know how much I loved her, and love you all, the best neighbors Stony Brook Road ever had and ever will! (And don't forget best pup Julie).

What a gift to have known her. She was so kind, generous, funny and wicked smart--beautiful, too, and not a bad tennis player either! I cherish all the laughs we had but perhaps most importantly, the experience of watching a family blossom in so many ways, taking on the challenges we all face but few us can handle with such strength and grace.

There is not a time that goes by when I come into the Manhattan on the West Side Highway that I don't think of Mrs. S pushing a baby carriage with Amy in it before you guys headed for suburbia.

My best love to you all, and my prayers.

Tom Klipstein

March 9, 2011

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