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Susan Struble Obituary
Age: 76 • South Burlington, VT
Susan D. Struble, 76, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, March 30th, 2016 in Naples, FL. Sue was born on November 23rd, 1939 in the Netherlands Holland, the daughter of Dirk and Wilma DeVries (DeJong). Sue's family immigrated to the United States in 1946 settling and making their home in Sussex, NJ, where Sue graduated from Sussex High School in 1958. In 1968, Sue moved her family to Vermont where she continued to raise her children. Sue had a long and successful career at The Merchants Bank and retired as Executive Vice President and active board member. Sue also owned and operated Finale Salon & Spa in South Burlington. Sue's passion was gardening and her hobby was knitting. Sue could always be found gardening at her home. The most enjoyment for Sue was spending time with her children and grandchildren. Sue was a member of the Overseas Wives Club and a former board member of Kurn Hattin Homes for Children in Westminster, VT which she held very dear to her heart. Sue also belonged to the Burlington Garden Club, and enjoyed touring gardens throughout Vermont with family and friends whenever there was an opportunity. Sue was patient, forgiving and merciful. Sue had an abundance of faith and attended North Avenue Alliance Church faithfully. Sue loved and devoted herself to her family and truly is a beautiful and remarkable woman. Knowing her, loving her and being in her presence was a privilege.
She is survived by Robert Cooper, her longtime companion; her three children: son Robert L. Struble Jr. & his wife Stephanie of Charlotte, VT; son Richard S. Struble of Williston, VT; and daughter Karen Struble of Myrtle Beach, SC; her four grandchildren, Ashley Struble, Kyle Struble, Adam Struble and Sydney Soren; and her former husband, Robert L. Struble Sr. Sue is also survived by two brothers Arthur DeVries and his wife Helen of Colchester, VT, and Fred DeVries and his wife Rita of Bloomingburg, NY; her sister Jennie Kuperus of Slate Hill, NY; a special niece Donna Clark-Kelsey and her husband Greg and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Sue was predeceased by her son Brian T. Struble May 8, 2012; her sister Winnie DeVries and her brother Theunis DeVries.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 7th at 11am at the North Avenue Alliance Church, 901 North Ave., Burlington, VT, with burial to follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Burlington, VT. Visiting hours will be Wednesday, April 6th, 2016 from 4-7pm at the Corbin & Palmer Funeral Chapel, 9 Pleasant St., Essex Jct., VT. Memorial contributions may be made in Sue's memory to Kurn Hattin Homes, PO Box 127, 708 Kurn Hattin Rd, Westminster, VT 05158.
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Patti J White
April 8, 2025
Something made me think of you today Sue. I remember the great time I had working with you and Dudley. And remembering doing newsletters for your Salon! I hope your family is well. Love, Patti (Lavender Lil)
Voula Samaras
March 27, 2023
I miss you, your kindness and professionalism. May your memory be eternal!
Christine Drewniak
March 26, 2020
Always missed, most of all in the garden where we had such fun times. Im told that I have an Angel following me, could it be you?
Christine /David Drewniak/Farrell
March 26, 2019
I miss you more than you will ever know Sue. Your friendship to David and I was so very special. We will always miss you.
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Voula Samaras
March 26, 2019
Always in our hearts and memories.
Lori DeVries
April 9, 2018
Susan was a caring and loving person She walks with god now
voula samaras
July 3, 2016
God bless you . My deepest sympathy to Karen and the entire family. May her memory be eternal.
Voula and Michael Samaras
July 3, 2016
My sincerest condolences to Sues' family. I was blessed to have known and to be employed by Sue @ Finale Salon Day Spa. She respected her employees and treated them as if they were friends and family. She was one of the nicest people I have ever been blessed to know. She was so proud of her salon and also of her family. She was a beautiful person inside and out.
Rowshan Nemazee
April 12, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the entire Struble family and to Sue's companion, Bob. Sue was a wonderful friend to my mother, Belen, for many years. What a loss her passing must be for you all!
Stephanie Dykstra-Davis
April 10, 2016
To the Stuble Family
Sorry to have heard about your loss. My uncle stopped by to let us know. May your memories of her keep her with you everyday.
Mike Blondin
April 9, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the Struble Family
Angie Dykema Gilbeau
April 9, 2016
My deepest sympathies Rob, Rich, and Karen. I'm sorry I was unable to attend the service. I hope you hold wonderful memories in your heart to help you through this sad time,
Darlene Zeno
April 6, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss Karen and Bob, and siblings. I loved my time at finale's as she was a great boss and friend. It was my first job back after raising children and she was so wonderful to work for and Karen was wonderful to work along with. Without both of them not sure sure I would still be enjoying working today. I just found out tonight about this and would've loved to come be a part of her saying goodbye but unfortunately won't be able to make it. Karen if u have some time would love to catch up with you. We will miss her and sure that anyone who knew her and her wonderful smile will. hugs to all of you.
Kathi Roesler
April 6, 2016
To Bob and Sue's family ( especially Karen)
I am so sorry to learn of Sue's passing . She will be missed by many . Sue was empathetic ,the best listener and was always friendly with a smile on her face . I am grateful to have known her ..My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Lisa DeVries-DeMeo
April 6, 2016
To Bob and also my cousins. Rich, Rob, and Karen....my condolences go to you and the whole family. Aunt Sue was a sweet, wonderful, loving woman who will be sadly missed. She is now in Glory with our Father God! Praying for comfort and peace for all of the family. Love you.
Lisa
April 6, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Sue's passing, my condolences to her family. Sue and I played tennis together for many years, she was a lovely lady and will be missed by many. Though we had not been in touch for the past few years, I thought about her fondly. So sorry for you loss.
Cindie Sherburne
Amy Giard
April 6, 2016
I had the privilege of working with Sue at Finale. Sue and her amazing daughter Karen took me under their wings (if you will) and did A LOT for me. My memories of my time working there will forever be cherished. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this most difficult time. xoxo
Bradley Watts
April 5, 2016
I had the privilege to work with Sue at the Merchants Bank back in the 80's when I began my mortgage banking career. I will always remember her warm smile and how kind she was to me. She was a class act. My sincerest condolences to her family for their loss.
Laurie Drew
April 5, 2016
To all of the family, I have deep sympathy! Sue was a great lady and will be very missed! So sorry for your loss. She and Brian can now take care of each other!
Chris Gilbert
April 5, 2016
Rob and family so sorry for your loss. God Bless.
Tony & Lynn Cairns
April 5, 2016
Bob and Sue's family, we are very sad to hear of Sue's passing. Lynn and i want to send our condolences during this difficult time.
April 5, 2016
To Bob an Sue's family: We were so sorry to hear of Sue's untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gary and Paula
John and Deborah Pellegrini
April 4, 2016
With deepest sympathy to Richie, Karen and Robert and your family for the loss of your Mother. We are never prepared to say goodbye. Rest assured she is in God's House with all our loved ones.
Cathy Crow
April 4, 2016
I was always delighted to see Sue and Bob when they came into the Rotisserie. I waited on them several times, and certainly enjoyed our conversations. I moved out of the state last summer, and very sadly surprised to read this online obituary. She was a great lady!
David $ Sarah Gladstone
April 4, 2016
Bob,
We were sad to hear of Sue's passing. May she rest in peasce. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and her family. We hope the pain of your loss will someday soon give way to the happiness of your wonderful memories.
~ David & Sarah Gladstone
Paul Carlson
April 4, 2016
To Sue's family and to Bob, I am so sorry to hear about Sue's passing. She was a gracious lady and friend to so many good people. I wish you peace.
Kati Moran-McCurley
April 4, 2016
My life is so much richer and I have been blessed to have grown up in the Struble family . Sue was my "other" mother and treated me as another daughter in her home. She taught me many life lessons and always modeled such grace and style for Karen and I. I learned the importance of family, faith and friendship. My heart is heavy and my prayers go out to the family, Robbie, Ritchie, and especially to my sister Karen. Anyone who was lucky enough to have had Sue in their lives have been touched by one of the sweetest ladies. We all will mourn her loss and hold tight to our memories.
April 4, 2016
Charlie and I are so very sorry to hear this very unfortunate news. Our prayers are with you Bob and Sue's family.
Adrea and Charlie Kofman
Mary & Dennis Deans
April 4, 2016
Our deepest sympathy and prayers to Karen and your siblings, and to you, Bob.
Sue became a wonderful friend thru the years of our working together at Finale. I will think of her contagious smile and laugh and her love of life and God will forever be remembered.
Julie Shasteen
April 4, 2016
Karen and family--I am so very sorry for your loss.
Rich & Terri Feeley
April 3, 2016
Terri and I are so sorry to read of Sue's passing. We got to know Sue in her job at the Merchants Bank, where she was such an incredible asset to the bank, assisting Dudley Davis. She was a great help to us during the many years that the Merchants was our primary bank. Sue had a calming influence on me, and for that, I am forever grateful. Sue was always a joy to deal with.
We share our condolences with Sue's close companion, Bob Cooper; as well as Bob's family, and Sue's immediate family.
Sue was a great asset to the Burlington area community, and we know she will be greatly missed by her family, her friends, and our community.
We are sorry that we will not be in Vermont for the services.
RIP, Sue.
Gary and Jane Farrell
April 3, 2016
To Bob and Sue's family,
Jane and I are so sorry to learn of Sue's passing. She was such a nice person and I enjoyed her many years of banking services. Our prayers are with you all. Sorry we are in Florida and will miss the services.
Maryanne Abraham
April 3, 2016
So sorry to hear of Sue's passing, thoughts and prayers to her family and Bob.
Chris & David Drewniak/Farrell
April 2, 2016
Our condolences to Bob and the children of Sue. I know how much she will be missed by allof you. May God be with Sue and God Bless you all.
Sharon Moffatt
April 1, 2016
We extend our deep sympathy to Sue's family and friends. We will long treasure our joyful times in Florida with Sue and Bob. I learned much from Sue from gardening to knitting. She always shared her deep embrace of religion and we enjoyed several Easter Sunrise Services on Marco beach. Our prayers are with all at this time of her sudden passing. Sharon and Bert
Chris. & David Drewniak/Farrell
April 1, 2016
We have been friends with Sue for many years and will be sadly missed by us. Sue's love of gardening and gardening shows was well known by many people. We travelled together with Bob and Sue on many occasions. Sue was a kind and lovely woman and will be missed by us.
Lisa K. Heald
April 1, 2016
I've known Susan for many years through the Merchants Bank and also at her hair salon she was a dear friend to my Uncle Paul. An exceptional woman she will be dearly missed by all who knew her
Nick Hurt
March 31, 2016
Wonderful Lady! so sad to hear about her passing.
Nick Hurt
Kathie Desautels
March 31, 2016
I was so sad to hear about Sue's death. We started working at the Merchants Bank the same week back in the late 70's. I always admired and respected Sue. How sad she is no longer with us. My heart goes out to her family. Rest in peace, Sue
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