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Susan Disbrow Obituary
HAGUE, NY - Susan E. Disbrow, 86, of Split Rock Road, formerly of Copake, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
Born August 4, 1925 in Wappinger Falls, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Craft) Knight.
On March 16, 1945 she married her high school sweetheart, Winston Disbrow in Laredo, TX.
Our mother's high school graduation yearbook read: Susan E. Knight- "She walks in light." What a beautiful quote, she did "walk in light" her entire life. She was truly a beautiful woman inside and out, and we were blessed in so many ways to have her as our mother. Her love of family was foremost in her life, although she had many talents; she worked along side our dad, "Pinky", handling the bookkeeping during his milk testing years, then also with the John Deere Farm machinery business. In her later years, she worked tirelessly by his side managing Camp Waubeeka, a 150 acre campground in Copake. Sue loved the campground and that it became the "family gathering place". The couple operated the campground for 25 years before retiring to Hague in 2002.
Besides her parents, Susan is predeceased by her beloved husband of 58 years, Winston "Pinky" Disbrow who passed away Nov. 20, 2004, and her brother, Bill Knight and his wife, Therese.
She is survived by her four daughters: Suzanne Savoy of Dover; Linda Baker and her husband, John of Hague, and Diane Martino and her husband, Gary of Hague; and Gail Baird and her husband, Ernie of Copake; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren, who all adored her.
At Susan's request there will be no calling hours scheduled.
A memorial service to celebrate her beautiful life will be conducted at 2 pm, Sunday, May 20, 2012 at the Copake United Methodist Church, Church St., Copake, NY 12516.
The family would like to express a heartfelt thank you to her devoted caregivers, Annie and Pam, who affectionately knew Susan to be their angel.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations in Susan's memory to the High Peaks Hospice, 12 Tom Phelps Rd, Mineville, NY 12956 or the Hague Rescue Squad, Hague, NY 12836.
Please visit www.alexanderfh.net for online guestbook, condolences and directions.
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Tim Connors
May 14, 2012
My family and I have many fond memories of "Pinky" and Susan from our frequent vacations at Camp Waubeeka. Their warm hospitality and special smiles always made for many memories at the campground.
We were so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. After reading the obituary, we found ourselves pulling out some old pictures of our wonderful stays at our home away from home, for many years.
We will long treasure our fond memories at this special retreat, enjoying time with them, and especially the Baker family. May they both rest in eternal peace...
To Richie, Linda, Tommy and the entire Disbrow and Baker families, our heartfelt and deepest sympathy in your loss. May God Bless...
Fondly,
Tim, Sam, Amy
and Patti
Connors
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May 12, 2012
To Linda, John, Diane & Gary,
Your parents always made surprise visits to my office, and they were always a pleasure. Your Mom kept your Dad in line (somewhat) but always with a twinkle in her eyes. They enjoyed each others company so much that it was a joy to see them together. It is very comforting to know that, once again, they are together.
with love to all,
Alison
May 12, 2012
We have wonderful memories of Sue and Pinky from our years at Waubeeka. It was loss that many will feel.
Jack and Elaine Wood
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