Susan Ylitalo

I´ll never forget the influence all the Ylitalos had on me and my family. Their were all musical and fun. Cedar says she and Sue had an experience of the presence of Jesus. How lovely.

Sue, I remember you. You are in my thoughts. May you rest in peace.

I remember Sue Ylitalo as a talented and creative person. She sang beautifully and could harmonise well. Her creative skills extended to poetry and art, too. She was soft spoken and kind to me, although I was just a kid. When we were both adults she continued to be gentle and caring. Her smile was always cheering. She is missed.

Sue wrote some beautiful poetry but some of my most vivid memories are of her singing, so beautifully and in harmony. My earliest memory is of Sue, Sally and Ann singing the Snap Crackle Pop jingle which I thought (& still think) was so clever and pretty cool. Sue was always kind to me, and I´m glad she prayed for the world. We need the help.

I am so sorry to read of your sister's death. she sounds like she was very courageous in her battle with mental illness. I am so glad she had all of you to help her.

Dear Ylitalo family- The obituary for Sue was so beautiful we could feel her presence among the words. Her Life was so full of everything- happy & tragic. I love hearing and reading her poems with Wit and to hear all your lovely voices during so many Miller-Ylitalo sing alongside. Your family is still special in our memories- sitting in your parent´s living room with your Mom at the piano at Christmas time is still one of my favorite memories. We love and miss you all.,

Such a full, honest and open obituary. You have had such a big loss. I especially appreciate the factual description of Sue´s schizophrenia and her passion for music as well as religious studies. (from a current member of Madison Friends Meeting)

Just like Van Gogh- I understand how you suffered for your sanity-this world was never meant for one as beautiful as you.

I remember being moved by sue"s rendition of Imagine at Paco's Restaurant. She looked so painfully sad but after listening that night the lyrics h ave never left me.