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Wendy Suarez Obituary

Wendy Laster Suarez died as result of a tragic accident that occurred on March 15th. She was born in Florence, SC. After college, she moved to Sarasota, where she met her husband, Frank Suarez. Wendy was an Assistant Principal at Jessie P. Miller Elementary School. She enjoyed running and cycling and recently completed a half marathon. Wendy is survived by her husband, Frank; children Frankie (18) and Emilie (15); her parents, Keith and Jo Laster of Goose Creek, SC her brother Greg of Jupiter, FL; sister, Casey Mawani of Goose Creek, SC as well as a large extended family. A funeral mass will be held at Church of St. Patrick's, 7900 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL, 34241, at 11:00AM on Saturday, March 23, 2013 with a celebration of life to follow at 2:30PM at Jessie P. Miller Elementary School, 601 43rd Street, West Bradenton, FL, 34209. A 5k memorial race will be held in Wendy's honor on May 11th, for details call (941)741-3300. In lieu of flowers, a trust fund is being set-up to channel funds for charity and college funds for the children.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Mar. 22, 2013.

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Janie

March 26, 2013

Wendy was a very nice and thoughful person and tried to help anyone and everyone.she was my councelor at harllee middle.you will be missed ms.laster

March 26, 2013

To The Suarez, and Laster Families.
Our heartfelt condolences to you each on your loss.
I met Ms.Wendy at James Tillman Elementary as she worked so diligently with Ms.Houston and the faculty to make a difference in the lives of all the students. We were made all the better for the impact she helped to make, on her departure. We were very fortunate to have known her, and we will always remember her for her caring, and loving kindness for children and adults alike.

Mrs. Jeanette Kelly

Margaret Cornell

March 26, 2013

I worked with Wendy when she was the assistant principal at Tillman. I was impressed with her intelligence and also with her compassion and kindness to everyone, especially the young students. She helped make Tillman a great school. I am sorry for your loss.

Jennifer

March 26, 2013

I did not know Wendy but she sounds like an amazing person! My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Helen Thompson

March 25, 2013

To know her was to love her. Huge heart, always an uplifting word for those she met.Fun to be around. Wendy could be tough but it was tough love, always wanting to bring out the best in those around her. She trusted her eternity to Jesus Christ and we will see her again if we do as she and accept His gift of eternal life. Separation is a temporary thing, Sweetie! I miss you so very much but we will see you soon, Love always 2 1/2!! Aunt Helen

Cindy Privette

March 25, 2013

Wendy, We love you and miss you terribly.
Aunt Cindy

Linda Bruno

March 23, 2013

I unfortunately never meet Wendy , but from everything i have heard and read - She sounded like an amazing woman!!I am so very sorry for the loss of this lovely lady and my deepest sympathy and love goes out to Frank and all that knew and loved her !

March 23, 2013

Frank and Family,

I wish I knew more words to use to express to you how terribly sad I am that you (and we) lost the lovely, smiling Wendy. I'm so glad I got to know her. I'll miss her.

Love, Jessie

March 23, 2013

Frank, Frankie and Emilie my thoughts and prayers are with you, so sorry for your loss. Diane Miller

Ronnie Willis

March 22, 2013

You will forever be missed. But your memories will last forever around these parts. You can count on that.

March 22, 2013

Thoughts and prayers we love you!
Charles & Jennifer Mikulski

March 22, 2013

Our deepest sympathy and prayers go to you Frank, Frankie, Emilie and Sylvia. xoxo
John, Susan and Brianna Marchegiani

Linda & Ray & Nicole Stafford/Bescher

March 22, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Connie Freeman

March 22, 2013

To the Suarez Family: I had the privilege of meeting Wendy as a Parent at Tillman Elementary and also has an employee. She had a smile to greet you everyday. May God bring you comfort during this time.

Irma Isgett

March 22, 2013

May God bless all of you in this most difficult time.Remembering you in prayers. I am related to Wendy through the McKissick side of her family.

BJ & Jam Williams, Marcy Richards

Marcia Richards/Williams

March 22, 2013

You will be missed Mrs. Suarez, you played a valueable role in my sons lifes at Miller Elementary...so much so that they referred to her as their good friend. Thank you soo much for showing them patience & understanding. Its to bad that you weren't with them for as long as me or them would have liked but you touched their hearts still. Keep shinning bright star, God bless you.

Kay Steinman

March 22, 2013

Take comfort in the love and support of your family and friends. We will all miss Wendy.

Maria Garcia

March 22, 2013

We will miss you, Wendy. Tio Panchi and Tia Maria

Larry Miller

March 22, 2013

It only took one meeting to know Wendy was a very special person. Her loss is felt by so many, but her final destination is bliss.

Maria & Francisco Garcia

March 22, 2013

We will remember you, Wendy.

March 22, 2013

Our hearts and prayers for the entire family! We love you!
Kasza Family

Maria Arechaederra

March 22, 2013

We will always remember you, Wendy. Our deepest sympathy to our wonderful nephew , Frankie and to their children, Frankie and Emily; to her parents and siblings and to all the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
With much love Tia Maria and Tio Emilio

Frank Suarez

March 22, 2013

Baby you were my wife and now you are my guardian angel
There are no words that can describe how much I love you
Rest in peace my love. ily muahhh

March 22, 2013

A bright light went out that day...Ben Porter.

karin jaruzel

March 22, 2013

We love you Wendy!!! Thank you for all that you did and touching so many lives while you were here with us. We will miss you!

Karin Jaruzel

March 22, 2013

I am a friend of Wendy's from High School. I will always remember the great times we shared during those years. I am so greatful for face book, because once we all graduated from High School we went our separate ways. Once I got on to face book I was able to reconnect with my High School friends! Wendy's running and weight loss kept me inspired to keep up with my fitness goals. I was so proud of her accomplishments. I realize from all the postings on face book just how many lives she touched and meant so much to so many people. She will be missed but never forgotten!!!

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