Susan Dreyfus Obituary
Raleigh
Mrs. Susan R. Dreyfus, age 71, passed away on April 11th, 2016 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. A private family entombment and celebration of her life are being planned.
Originally from Chicago, Susan made her home in Raleigh, NC where she and her husband, Lee Dreyfus, raised their family. She loved every aspect of the arts. Her life and work reflected her passion and creativity as she brought "A Touch of Class" to everything she created. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend. She is survived by: beloved husband of 52 years, Lee Dreyfus of Raleigh; loving daughter, Dawn Dreyfus Epstein and husband, David, of Northfield, Il; loving son, Troy Dreyfus and wife Kristen of Greenville, NC; adoring grandchildren, Erica and Ryan Epstein, Tyler and Bryce Dreyfus.
In her honor, memorial contributions may be made to a charity she loved and supported for many years: Foundation of Hope, 9401 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27617.
Arrangements by Wilkerson Funeral Home & Crematory.
Online condolences at www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com
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susan stevens
April 20, 2016
Lee and family: Hugh and I are so saddened by your loss. I have only the nicest of memories of my friend "Sue Lewin." No words can express it but please be comforted by our sympathy.
Susan Stevens
Gwen Moore
April 13, 2016
Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Be comforted in knowing God is with you at this time.
Tammy Bonds
April 13, 2016
I hate to read anyone dying of that dreadful disease. May each passing day bring you comfort and the God of peace and comfort help you to endure. (2 Cor. 1:3-5)
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