Carol "SuSu" Schexnaydre

1948 - 2025

Carol Sue “SuSu” Graham Schexnaydre, 77, of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, in Slidell.

Sue, as she was known, was born, April 1, 1948, in Amite, Louisiana, to A.C. and Wanzie Graham. In 1971 She married Ronnie Schexnaydre and resided in New Orleans. In 1976 the couple moved to Slidell.

She was preceded in death by her parents A.C. & Wanzie Graham; by one brother, Mike Graham; and two sisters, Shirley Dykes, and Nell Rick.

She is survived by her husband, Ronnie Schexnaydre; two children, Melissa VanGeffen (Cory), Jason Schexnaydre; three grandchildren, Karis VanGeffen, Brady VanGeffen, Farrah VanGeffen; brothers, Ray Graham, C.A. Graham, Rocky Graham, Joe Graham, Dennis Graham; sisters, Georgette Fontenot, Debbie Smith, Kaye Graham, Tammy Bennett, Candice Crowe; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In her younger days, Sue worked as a supervisor at Western Union in New Orleans for 20 years. Later, she managed a hair salon for 20 years while also working as the secretary for the Slidell Youth Soccer Club and had many other jobs throughout her life. Outside of work, Sue LIVED for her children and grandchildren, she was a great cook, loved gardening, collecting antiques, and spending time with her family & friends. Her favorite song was “You Are My Sunshine” which she sang many, many times to both her kids and grandkids. Sue never hesitated to help and always put others first. Her selfless love will never be forgotten, and we are forever grateful for her.

Funeral Services will be held at Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Blvd West, Slidell, LA on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon, followed by the funeral service at 2:00pm.

Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.