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Susan Flowers Obituary

Flowers, Susan 62, of Waukegan, passed away September 29, 2011 at home. She was born October 13, 1948 in Waukegan, IL. Member of the Loyal Order of The Moose. She loved to spend time with her family and friends, enjoyed gardening, loved working at Vista Health over 30 years. Her smile and laughter always lit up the room. No birthday was complete without her rendition of "Happy Birthday Mr. President". She was best friend to all. Beloved wife of Larry M., loving mother of Kelly J. Flowers, dear sister of Jo Ann (Iggy) Ochoa, Mary Lou Meyer and Helen Mackie, and our enourmous family, too many to mention. Preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Pearl Carlson; one brother Richard O'Dell. Services at Marsh Funeral Home of Gurnee on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Burial private. Visitation 5:00-8:00 p.m. Monday and 10:00-11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Marsh Funeral Home.

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Published by News Sun from Oct. 1 to Oct. 7, 2011.

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September 25, 2012

My Dear Susie---it has been a year since you left us-----cannot tell you how much you are missed---or how often your name is mentioned--We think of you often and miss you terribly,.Just not the same--I saw your buddy Satish in Arizona in July and we spoke of you then--we just don't understand why the good have to leave us--you are missed and I really miss our talks--Huggs and God Bless, Penny G

Bill and Beth Dermody

October 11, 2011

Larry, I was very saddened to learn of your loss when you and I accidentally met each other today (October 10th). We will keep you and your lovely wife in our prayers.

Bill Niemietz

October 10, 2011

Sue, It was my pleasure to have met you a couple of times and I feel the richer for it. I was shocked and deeply saddened at the news of your passing. My best wishes go out to my cousin Larry and to Kelly at this most difficult time. My thoughts are with, and for you both, Bill Niemietz

Tammy and Michael Wulf

October 9, 2011

What a beautiful photo gallery-we always loved chatting with Susan.xoxo Tammy and Michael Wulf

October 8, 2011

LARRY~
I lost my husband last December. Nothing in this life prepared me for his loss. I know the heartache and emptiness you are experiencing.
God's blessings to you and your family. Take things one day at a time.
Patsy Ramig class of 69'

Patricia Ramig-Jones

October 8, 2011

LARRY~
I lost my husband last December. Nothing in this life prepared me for his loss. I know the heartache and emptiness you are experiencing.
God's blessings to you and your family. Take things one day at a time.
Patsy Ramig class of 69'

Angela Lozano

October 7, 2011

Larry & Kelly, My Deepest sympathy go out to you both. I worked with Sue in the Billing Dept at St.Therese(Now Vista), it was a joy to work with her, she shall be missed. Angela Lozano

Pat Eisenbrandt

October 7, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. I worked with Sue at St. Therese 25-30 years ago. She was a very nice and fun loving person.

October 6, 2011

always smiled,always a very pleasant person,rest in peace,thomas kidder lindsey`s dad

October 5, 2011

Larry,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you & your family. You are in our thoughts & prayers,
The Simmet Family

Roxie Pickett

October 5, 2011

Larry, you have always been one of my favorites. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family over the loss of your wife. May she rest in peace.

October 4, 2011

Larry and Kelly,

My deepest sympathy to you. Sue, was such a swell person with much knowledge, and always willing to help you.

I will keep you in my prayers.

Nellie Phillips-Dorsey

October 4, 2011

Larry, my dear old friend. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Kevin & Peg Robertson and family

Carolyn Stieb Stanton

October 4, 2011

I am so very sorry to hear about Sue. She was one sweer gal. I worked at St T's in Medical Records had to chat with her many times. I also remember fun times at her Aunt Elaine and Uncle John's parties. She had a laugh that could brghten up a room. Keep your memories close in your heart and Sue will always be with you...

Blondina Ruiz

October 4, 2011

No words can express the sorrow that is felt by Sues co-workers, friends and family. We will miss her.
I think we all take life for granted until something like this happins, we should cherish everyday we are given.
May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow

Terri Mercado

October 4, 2011

Words don't seem to express the sadness I feel...It's difficult to see beyond the sorrow,May remembering all the Beautiful Memories comfort you! I worked with Sue yrs. ago at St. Therese, she will always hold a special place in my heart! Prayers & Thoughts are with you all!

Edna Buffington

October 4, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Sue was a pleasure to work with and we will miss her

October 4, 2011

Dear Sue, goodbye. You left behind a memory that makes me smile when I think of you. Your laugh was larger than life and will be missed by many. A heart as big as yours is rare. You were a mentor to many and will be missed. I have so many unanswered questions for you that only you could help with. I will truly miss you and your wonderful stories. We all knew who Kelly and Larry were because of your great stories. May you have sweet dreams and be at peace.

Penny Grant

October 4, 2011

Larry and Kelly--My thoughts and prayers go out to you---Sue was a GREAT-WONDERFUL-THOUGHTFUL person who will be missed by many--we will ALL miss her here at Vista--it will never be the same-I am so happy I was able to be with her at times while she was home recuperating after surgery--she still had her sence of humor--Susie, I will miss our talks and I love you--May God Bless you-

Carla & Tom Caccamo

October 4, 2011

Larry, we send our heartfelt prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. Tom and I had met you & Sue through some other friends of ours and I will never forget the great times we had with you and Sue at Ravinia and the train rides home then to our house for the "sing-a-longs" in the gazebo. Sue will truly be missed and it was an honor to have known her.

Scott Weakley

October 3, 2011

Larry and Kelly, I will forever treasure all of the wonderful times and great laughs we shared with Suzie over the years. I will never forget her kindness and friendship. She will be missed by all that were lucky enough to have known her.

Jim Smole

October 3, 2011

Larry, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My Heart & prayers go out to you and your Family.

James Stanley

October 3, 2011

Larry, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My sympathies to you and your family.

Iliana Navarrete

October 3, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Scott Dewey

October 3, 2011

There are those rare people that you come across in your life that you click with. Sue was like that for me right from the start. We got to talk almost every day, and it was always the best part of my day. So thoughtful, so fun, so supportive, and a heart as big as Lake Michigan. I will miss her terribly.

Nelly Berrios

October 3, 2011

Kelly, Having recently lost my own mother, I know that this is one of the saddest
moments you will experience in your life, but believe me, it gets a bit easier as everyday goes by. Your memories of Suzy will be there always and forever. May you and your dad find comfort in all wonderful happy memories of the 3 of you together.

Love You
Rafael & Nelly Berrios

Jonya Almanzo-Espiritusanto

October 3, 2011

Larry And Kelly,
We are deeply saden for your loss. Sue was a great person and such a joy to be around. I'm glad I had the pleasure of knowing her, she had a heart of gold! She will be missed by all.
Jonya Almanzo-Espiritusanto

Lisa Mounkes

October 3, 2011

Loved working with Sue. We had so many conversations and laughter. I will never forget her and her wondeful spirit. She was so full of life.

D

October 3, 2011

Sue was a loved co-worker,friend, and mentor. It's going to be weird not having her around. She always knew how to lighten the mood and make you smile. I will miss you so much Sue. We love you. God bless.

Jaima Bernstein

October 3, 2011

Sue - your were your positive self even in challenging times at work. I so appreciated who you were and what you did for those who knew you. Thank you for the example you showed me. Prayers and comfort to all of us who loved you.

Brenda LoMonaco

October 3, 2011

I remember the first time Larry brought Susie over to get our approval of this women he was going to marry. We hit it off right off and have been long time friends ever since. Kelly and Lauren are like sisters and thank god for my daughter Shelly as she would watch the girls while she fixed mine and Susie's drinks after a long hard day. We have shared many fun times together and will miss her love and constant laughter that touched our lives. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with Larry, Kelly and the family. we will miss her. We will miss her.
Love Brenda & Jim

Frank Bartman

October 3, 2011

Sue was a VERY special and beautiful person, and I am deeply saddened by her loss. My deepest condolences to the family at this tragic time.

Gerry Cook

October 3, 2011

Dear Larry and Family,
Larry my old friend, I just heard the bad news. Suzy was a great person. My sister and her where good friends. In the old days we all hung out together. She will be missed but never forgotten. Larry, god bless you my friend . you pal Gerry and Sue Cook.

Helen Mathis

October 3, 2011

Sue and I were classmates and through the years, as we'd meet up, we picked up where we left off in our lives. I will always treasure our shared 'pearls' story, her friendship and sincerity. My heart aches for her family.
Helen (Bosnak) and Rich Mathis

October 2, 2011

We live so far away and never saw much of Sue and Larry. Every time I think of Sue I think of her smiling or laughing. She was so much fun and made everyone feel at ease. Any one who knew Sue was fortunate to have met her. She will be missed by all.
Richard and Jamie Wesson Stone

Jeanne Dayer

October 2, 2011

Dear Larry and Kelly, I'm so sorry for your loss. Suzy will be sadly missed by many. I always looked forward to seeing her smiling face and kind words at all the functions I saw her at. Again, I'm so so sorry for you both, and I'm blessed that I got to know her.

Sally Horton

October 2, 2011

I met Sue when I cared for Kelly in the DayCare at St. Therese Hospital. So very sorry to hear of her passing.

Karen Wulf

October 2, 2011

The world just got a little darker, she always brightened my day whenever I was with her. Very hard to accept she is not here. Im so happy I knew you.

Sue Zinngrabe

October 2, 2011

My sister Sherri Cottenham called me with the terrible news the evening of the 29th. I worked for Sue when I was a teenager in the business office at St Therese. She was there for my sister and my family when my mother passed 7 years ago. She was a wonderful friend to my sister.
Larry and Kelly my prayers are with you at this difficult time. I am sure Sue is looking down and watching over you. She was loved and will be missed!

Carol Pickett Cole

October 2, 2011

Dear Larry,
I was so sorry to hear about Suzy. I wish there were words that could make things easier for you and Kelly. Trust the love of God and friends to get you through this sad time.
With love and prayers,

Anita Banulis

October 2, 2011

Sue you were patient and kind, always took the time to answer questions and help out in any way possible. Our office will never be the same without you. Words can not express how sad I am for Larry and Kelly, everyone loved you and respected you for your kind heart and for your knowledge that you gladly shared. I will miss you very much.

Hlousek's

October 2, 2011

There's no one like Susie! Her smile, laughter and strong personality will be greatly missed. Always a kind word and friendly hello. Take care Larry and Kelly and we hope you know she was loved by many.

Love,
Bubba and Gloria

Jeanette Amann

October 1, 2011

Dear Larry and Family,

I am so saddened to read this obituary. I worked with Sue at St. Therese many years ago. She was a wonderful person that always had a smile. I will remember her fondly and keep you all in my prayers.

Jim/Mary Ellen Larkin

October 1, 2011

Dear Larry and Kelly, We are blessed to be more then just neighbors,we have always known you in our hearts as family. I will miss sitting on the front porch and laughing our heads off as we drank our coffee. "Scurrring", as Sue would say our chicken mock-legs in my kitchen will always be a precious memory. When we needed to talk all we had to say was "Lets have pie". I think the thing we will miss the most is how her eyes would light up with excitement when you told her a story. We will miss you so very very much, and honored that you called us your friend. Kelly and Larry we are always going to be there for you...always

Shelly LoMonaco-Jones

October 1, 2011

Dearest Aunt Susie, Words cannot begin to explain what a joy you were to so many people. So loving and kind to everyone. I will always remember your laughter and making you and my mom cocktails on Fridays way back when I was in high school. You were so much fun to be around and will be missed! Uncle Larry and Kelly, we love you guys and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tula Lieding

October 1, 2011

Dear Larry and family,
Sue was very much part of my life when I was young. My sister Gigi was one of her best friends growing up and they shared many, many happy times together. I feel very sad that you lost her Larry and you and your daughter have my sincere sympathy and I will keep you in my prayers. I hope the two of them (Gigi and Sue) are having a big party up there !

Tula Lieding

October 1, 2011

Dear Larry and family, I've known Sue since high school (or grade school). She was a very good friend of my sister Gigi. I have very fond memories of Sue and have thought of her often over the years. I hope that the both of them are having a big party today and having fun as they used to so many times. You all have my sincere sympathy and are in my prayers.

Jennifer Davis

October 1, 2011

Sue you were my second mom! Thank you for all of the guidance, wisdom, love, laughter, and support you gave my family over the years. You will always have a special place in my heart. May you rest with the angels and keep watch over your loved ones. We will miss you dearly.

Patti Neyrinck

October 1, 2011

Sue it was an honor and joy to work and know you. You will be dearly missed and your lost will be felt greatly. Your wonderful stories and laugh will be remembered with much love. May your loving light burn forever. Thank you, love you

Carrie Taylor

October 1, 2011

I will really miss my cousin, Suzy.......I could always call her to dish about everyone! Her laughter will be missed....Larry and Kelly my prayers will be with you! Love both of you!

Charlene Manges

October 1, 2011

Miss Sue, as I liked to call her, was one of those rare special people that I was blessed with to have known as a friend and past co-worker. I will miss that smile and laugh and our outings. A part of her will always be in my heart.

Linda Pekelsma

September 30, 2011

Suzy, your heart knew no boundaries, you were kind and supportive to everyone and you left a loving memory with all who knew you, let us all learn this lesson from you dear friend, I miss you and love you.

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