Susan-Yates-Obituary

Susan Jane Yates

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Jun 27, 1952 – May 13, 2024

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BORN
June 27, 1952
DIED
May 13, 2024
LOCATION
Pittsfield, Massachusetts

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On May 13th, 2024, with her family at her side, Susan Jane Yates died peacefully at the South Williamstown farmstead of her partner, Sherwood Guernsey, with whom she joyfully shared her final years. Born on June 27th, 1952, Susan was the oldest of four sisters raised in Charlotte, Michigan. She...

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Dear Sherwood and dear friends! I wasn´t well at the time Susan passed but today many years later. I am! So very sad to be reminded of this great loss to you and our whole community! Sincerely, Patricia Leach

She was a classmate in medical school. A dear heart, scary smart, compassionate, loved to sing and ski. We kept in occasional touch all these years. A farewell poem by Henry van Dyke to you, Susan. Gone From My Sight I am standing upon the seashore. A ship, at my side, spreads her white sails to the moving breeze and starts for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength. I stand and watch her until, at length, she hangs like a speck of white cloud just where the sea and sky...

Sudan was by OBGYN. Thirty-two years ago. Loved her. Prayers for all of you.

I remember Susan as mother to David and a gracious host of ski team parties. I remember her kindness and easygoing nature. My sincere condolences to the whole family.

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Sue was a wonderful role model and advocate for women in health care and for improving the health of families. She was a smart, caring, and kind person. We wish her family the best, and mourn her loss.

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Susan Yates was an amazing woman. She not only cared for all her patients in such a loving and remarkable way but she was always there for you when you had an issue and needed advice or help. I was thankful and blessed to call her my doctor. She gave so much to her community also. I know she will be remembered in so many ways and that is such a tribute to her legacy. Praying she is at Peace and we will always think of her as a kind soul. Sincere Sympathy to all her family, Caroline George...

Truly an inspiring and beloved member of our community. We are forever grateful for Dr. Yates and her care and support. She made a difference for so many and will be missed. Sending love to all her family, friends and community who will miss her.