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Susan Clegg Obituary
February 14, 1947 ~
June 30, 2019
Our much-loved sister, aunt, great-aunt, cousin, and friend, Susan Anne Clegg, died peacefully of natural causes on June 30 in Chicago. Born on February 14, 1947, in Chicago, Susan was the cherished daughter of David H. Clegg and Joanne Bolger Clegg,
who dubbed her "our hummingbird" as she flitted between Chicago and Salt Lake to care for them in their final years.
Susan spent the first four years of her life in Wheaton, Illinois, before moving to Salt Lake City, where she went to Cathedral School and East High. She attended Gonzaga University in Spokane and graduated from the University of Washington at Seattle with a degree in political science. In 1971, Susan realized her longtime dream to become a flight attendant and was regularly honored for the caring professionalism she showed her passengers throughout her career of nearly 40 years with American Airlines, all of it based in Chicago.
Susan was a life-long member of the Catholic Church and focused her energy and love on family, dogs, travel, and her beloved '65 Mustang convertible ("Miss Daisy").
Susan is survived by her sister, Carol (and Peter), of Auckland, New Zealand, and her brother, David (and Diane), of San Rafael, CA. She was the much-loved aunt of Susan and Dominic of London and Jim and Anne of New York City, and the adoring great-aunt of their children, Ava and Lucy.
A "Celebration of the Life of Susan" will be held at the Fort Douglas Post Chapel, 120 Fort Douglas Blvd, Salt Lake City, on Saturday, August 17, at 11:00 A.M. Separate private interment, Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Directors, Neil O'Donnell and Sons.
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Memories and Condolences
for Susan Clegg
Mary Beth Rudd
August 5, 2025
What ever happened to "Miss Daisy"? I can remember when my husband, Jay, and I lived in Salt Lake City and we went for a drive with this classic Lady and car!
Susan you will never be forgotten - too many fun times. As Bob Hope always said "Thanks for the Memories". Mary Beth
Mary Beth B Rudd
August 21, 2023
Susan didn't like hot dogs very much but she would always eat one on the Fourth of July! Silly as it may seem, I remember her on one of these particulate dates.
Mary Beth Rudd from Chicago to Salt Lake City!
Mary Beth Rudd
August 5, 2022
I was one of the few who got to ride in "Miss Daisy". Susan you are missed to this day.
Susan Hosking
June 30, 2021
Thinking of my dearest Aunt Susan on this second anniversary. Remembering fondly our conversations, our laughter and our ice cream. We miss you every day. Susan & Dominic xxxx
James Hosking
June 30, 2020
We are thinking of Susan - our Aunt and Great-Aunt - on this first anniversary of her passing. I'm sure she would appreciate all the touching memories below of her unbounded warmth and generosity. We will always remember her that way.
Much love, Jim, Anne, Ava, Lucy & Milo (New York)
R Meyer
September 11, 2019
It was our privilege as a home care agency to assist Susan and get to know her during some of her later years here in Chicago. She was, as everyone here describes, a kind soul and gentle spirit. Our staff will remember her fondly. To her family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Michael, Roberta, Belinda, Barbara and the staff of A-Abiding Care, Inc.
Debra Francis
August 25, 2019
My Dear Friend Susan, may you rest in peace. I am so grateful to have met you . You brought much love and laughter to my life. As you would tell me often, "we are unclaimed treasures", because we were not married. I will always remember that saying of yours. You loved your family very much , you told me you have the best family in the world. Your family loved you so o much ........ A buschel and a peck! Please look down on all of us, send us blessings. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. Lots Of Love, Debra Francis
paul havelka
August 21, 2019
One of the sweetest people I've ever met.
Susan and friends at North Pool; coincidentally, we all had the same Lands' End bathing suits, but in different colors.
Winn Family
August 21, 2019
Always thoughtful, Susan organized cake and balloons when a beloved doorman was leaving.
Winn Family
August 21, 2019
Susan loved pool season!
Winn Family
August 21, 2019
Dianne Swanson
August 21, 2019
Susan will be missed by her friends and colleagues at American Airlines. She was a sweet lady and loved her job. I will always remember seeing her yellow Mustang in the garage of our buildings. Daisy I think she called it. She loved flying Honolulu with her friends. Rest In Peace.
Cathy Simmons Morello
August 21, 2019
Susan was an incredibly spiritual woman. Her calm, nearly zen manner made her such a joy to fly with. Sue brought out the best in people, truly! Requiem in Pace, Susan.
August 18, 2019
Flying with Susan was so much fun. She aways had a warm smile on her face. And when I was living in Salt Lake City for awhile, I got the opportunity to ride in "Miss Daisy"! Now that was cool! You'll be in my heart forever.
Mary Beth Rudd (Morgan)
Kristin Bauter
August 13, 2019
I so enjoyed going to Cathedral school together. We lost contact after that. You were so kind, thoughtful and fun to be around
May you Rest In Peace. Kristin O'Donnell Bauter
Ruth Schreiner
August 11, 2019
Our sincerest condolences! Our love to all of you! -Ruth, TJ and Emily Schreiner
Constance Theodore
August 11, 2019
Dearest Carol and David,
Susie was a blessing in all our lives. Salt Lake City is a spiritual home for her and her many Clegg relatives.
God bless
Mark & Constance
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