Suzanne Stenger-Hayden

Suzanne S. Hayden WINDSOR - On Sunday, Oct. 31, 2010 Suzanne Victoria Stenger-Hayden was called home to be with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born in San Francisco but had spent most of her life in the Tidewater area. She attended school at Western Branch High School. At the time of her death she was employed by BP. Suzanne was a loving and caring person. She had a tender heart and reached out with love to those around her. She enjoyed fishing and was always on a mission when it came to animals or someone in need. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter and sister. She was passionate about motherhood and was very active in her sons sporting activities. Suzanne leaves cherished memories for her husband of 19 years, Davis Patrick Hayden; her two sons, Mathew A. Stenger-Ries (U.S. Navy, stationed in Rota, Spain) and his wife Tina and granddaughter, Savannah and Zachary James Stenger-Hayden of Windsor, Va., of the home. She also leaves her mother, Anne-Nell (James R.) Andrews of Rome, Pa.; her sister, Dawn Annette (Corcoran) Tyson of Bethel, N.C.; and her brothers, Timothy J. (Jennifer) Stenger of Suffolk and Mathew John (Annette) Stenger of Minnesota. A memorial service celebrating Suzanne's life will be held at 1 p.m. today, Nov. 5, in Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield, with the Rev. Maurice E. Bynum officiating. The family will receive family and friends following the service. Burial will be private. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Second Chance Christian Assembly, 37B Windsor Blvd., Windsor, VA 23487. Pastor Maurice E. Bynum.