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Susan GALLAGHER Obituary

GALLAGHER Susan Stouffer 3/31/1959 - 2/6/2011 Susan Stouffer Gallagher, a well known and long time resident of Huron Township, Ohio and Catawba Island Township, passed away peacefully with her family at her side at the Cleveland Clinic Hospital on Sunday February 6, 2011 after a courageous and gallant battle with multiple myeloma. Susan was born in New York City in 1959, the daughter of James and Mary Stouffer and the granddaughter of Stouffer Food Corporation founders Vernon and Gertrude Stouffer. She spent the majority of her youth in Cleveland, Ohio before moving to Catawba Island in 1972, graduating from Port Clinton High School in 1977. A 1981 graduate of Mount Union College, Alliance, Ohio with a Bachelors of Art degree in Education and was an active member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. Susan taught for two years at the Atwater School, Waterloo local school district, Portage County, Ohio. Upon moving to Catawba Island in 1984 Susan became involved with her family's business and utilized her skills in accounting and administration to help develop and nurture the Catawba Island Club and Marina established by her father over four decades ago. In particular, Susan's careful attention to detail and her never ending commitment to peoples' enjoyment was a keystone of her success. She was truly proud of her fellow Catawba Island Club teammates' hard work and dedication to service, and for all their accomplishments. Susan's kind smile and gracious ways were a wonderful example for all to emulate. Susan and her loving husband, Timothy S. Gallagher were married on February 17, 2001. Most memorable was the spectacular aroma of a springtime desert bloom along with the warmth and spirit of friends and family. Together they enjoyed boating, drives through the countryside, trips to Maine and in particular, beautiful Arizona desert sunsets. They shared a passion for cooking, gardening and all God's creatures big and small. Susan was a loving and devoted aunt to Mary, Marshall and Kathryn Drew, and James, David, Matthew, Nicholas and Lillian Stouffer. As a former educator she inspired learning, discipline and creativity. Likewise her spirit of giving was evident with her longtime loyal support for the local chapter of PEO. Susan is survived by her husband, Tim; brother, James (Heather) Stouffer Jr.; sister, Sarah (John) Stouffer Drew; father-in-law, Pat (Judy) Gallagher; mother-in-law, Jackie (Phil) Gutowski; brothers-in-law, Sean (Joanna) Gallagher and Denny (Sandy) Gallagher and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents. At her request there will be no visitation or funeral services. Burial will be in the Catawba Island Township Cemetery. The family wishes to acknowledge the special compassionate care Susan received from the nurses, doctors and staff at the Firelands Community Hospital and the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center. For those wishing to express special thoughts or condolences to the family, they would be honored to receive them in care of the Catawba Island Club or online with the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory at: www.walkerfuneralhomes.com In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial contributions in memory of Susan be given to Cancer Services of Erie County, 505 West Perkins Ave., Sandusky, OH 44870.

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Published by The Blade on Feb. 8, 2011.

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Carol & Tim Andy

February 14, 2011

Tim and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Sue's passing.
We were privledged to get to know Sue, "Stouff" to all of us, while at Mount Union. She was a warm, caring young woman, with a gentle smile. Many a day, we would hang in Stouff's room listening to "POCO" on her record player. We even convinced Sue to head to Daytona Beach one year for Spring Break. The memories we created will last a lifetime! Thanks be to God for sharing Sue with us during her time on earth. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Stouffer family.

Julene Market

February 12, 2011

Dear Stouffer and Gallagher Families, Our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Her spirit of love and joy will remain forever. Sincerely, The Market Family

Evelyn Albrecht & Al Herold

February 12, 2011

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Bob Madison Family

February 11, 2011

The Stouffer Family,
We would like to express our deepest sympathies to you with the loss of your sister "Susie".
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time

February 11, 2011

To theStouffer and Gallagher family
Bill and I want to send our condolences and prayers for all of you at this time.Susan was always there to help us when we called and we shall miss her. Sue Flaherty and Bill Hooper

February 11, 2011

Jim and family, our thoughts are with you. We hope your fond memories of your times together will help you through this difficult time.
Doug & Linda Cowan

AL LAYTON

February 10, 2011

TIM, JIM, AND THE GALLAGHER/STOUFFER FAMILIES; WORDS TO EXPRESS MY GREAT SORROW AT THE LOSS OF SUSAN, WHO LEFT FAR TOO SOON, ARE HARD TO COME BY. SHE WAS A DELIGHT. GOD BLISS SHE AND ALL OF YOU.

February 10, 2011

We extend our deepest sympathy to Jim and your family on your recent loss of your sister. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Helen and Greg Emmert

February 10, 2011

The Stouffer and Gallagher Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Terry and CeCe Geremski, Naples,FL

Emily and RJ Eiselstein-Katafiasz

February 10, 2011

Tim,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Sue was a remarkable woman.

February 10, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family members at this time.

The Blevins family

Geoff, Jodi, Alexa & Brad Hoefflin

February 10, 2011

Tim, Jim, Sarah and the entire Stuffer Family
Please accept our deepest sympathies and our prayers.
Merciful God,
When the storms of life rage and threaten to overtake us,
awaken our faith to know the power of your peace.
Help us to endure the time of uncertainty and questions
and give us strength to face the challenges ahead.
Give us the assurance of your presence even in this time when we may not feel it.

We pray for Susie – a good wife, sister, and friend!

We are thankful for her companionship and friendship throughout these years.

May our sense of loss be balanced by the many wonderful memories everyone has shared with her.

Although she has left us way too early, we are confident that you, Father, have welcomed Susie home, with the words:

“Well done, good and faithful servant!”

Tim & Debbie Flora

February 9, 2011

The CIC has grown to become an important part of our new home town. Susan was a part of the team that helped create the feeling of welcome that made that happen. I'm sure everyone belonging to or working at CIC will miss her and her contributions as will we.

Howard & Paula

February 9, 2011

We are so sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Andrea Moore Szabo

February 9, 2011

Dear Jim and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one.

Chris Cribbs

February 9, 2011

Our sympathy goes to both the Gallagher and Stouffer families, our thoughts and prayers go out to you in a very difficult time. May God bless all of you. Susan and Christopher Cribbs (Catawba Is.,Oh)

Michael and Donna Miller

February 8, 2011

We have many happy memories of Sue in our younger days during
our time at Mount Union College, and later as young adults. Sue was
a kind, warm, and loving person, with an easy smile, and gentle spirit.
She will be greatly missed by many of us! God's comfort to all of her
family and friends.

Mark Allen

February 8, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss; may God bless you with comfort, warmth, and loving memories.

Burt Linke

February 8, 2011

Our deepest sympathies go out to both the Stouffer and Gallagher families. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Burt and Margaret Linke

Doug and Sally St. Clair

February 8, 2011

May the the special things about Sue live on inside your heart forever. With deepest sympathy to all family and friends ~

Jennifer & Chris Sullivan

February 8, 2011

It was an honor to get to know Susie, and a priviledge to be her hairstylist for a few years. We shared many stories, laughed together,(alot!) and she made me feel truely special. To Tim, Sarah, & Jim, It is with great sadness that we send our sympathy to you and your families. Susie lived her life with dignity, strength, and love,and for this we will cherish her memory. Praying for God's love to strengthen all of you now and in weeks to come.

Norm & Kay Schultz

February 8, 2011

Seeing a family, that has always made us feel special, lose someone so dear to them causes us to feel the deepest of sadness, too. We are praying for God's infinite peace to see you through this time.

Bratche Webster

February 8, 2011

Mr. Stouffer, I am sorry for your loss.

Bratche

Tina Koish

February 8, 2011

Tim, I am so sorry for your loss...Susan was a beautiful person and left way before her time. Know that I am thinking of you and you are in my prayers. I will miss her.

February 8, 2011

Dear Tim, Jim and Sarah, there are no words that can express what I and Harry are feeling right now. Our prayers go out to all of you in hopes that it will help dealing with Sue's death. She was always a strong person and always friendly. Sincerely Cheryl & Harry Myers

February 8, 2011

We are thinking of you, Jim, at this time of your great loss.
Fondly, Susan and Curt Marshall, Columbus, Ohio.

February 8, 2011

To all the Stouffer family we want you know that you all are in our prayers. We did not know Susan but we felt we did as my famiy did know Susan and we had heard many times what a great gal she was. We will keep you in our thoughts. Fondly Ron and Judy Scharff

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