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Susan Knickerbocker Obituary
Susan W. Knickerbocker, 53, formerly of Rocky Hill, passed away May 12, 2014 in Phoenix, AZ, where she recently resided. Born Sept. 7, 1960, she was a daughter of the late Harold "Skip" and Lois (Winters) Knickerbocker, Jr. Sue retired from the U.S. Air Force after having served from 1979 through 2002. She leaves her partner, Kathleen Riter of Phoenix, AZ; sisters (and brothers-in-law), Holly (Roy) Hartley and Tracy (Dean) Dube, all of Colchester; brother, Kenneth Knickerbocker of Middletown; and numerous extended family and friends. Visitation will be held Saturday (Sept. 6th) from 11 AM - 12:30 PM at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Rd., Colchester. A Chapel Service will follow at 12:30 PM with full military honors. Donations in her memory may be made to the Bucket List Foundation, 10810 N. Tatum #102-108, Phoenix, AZ 85028.
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Jay Louis-Kahanu
August 25, 2024
All my photos from Kunsan AB are in the storage. But I know you're in some of them. Such fun times & good memories.
Jay Louis-Kahanu
August 24, 2023
I still get a chuckle thinking about the silly things we would get ourselves into at Kunsan AB. But that was the norm during those days & I'm glad I have those memories. You made my tour so much fun & it flew by too fast. Thanks "kiddo".
Jay Louis-Kahanu
August 24, 2022
Remembering the good times & laughs. Was glad you were there & a part of my tour at Kunsan AB. I recall having to evacuate our dorm in the wee hours due to a fire alarm. After the "all clear" we headed back to our rooms only to see you at our door saying that you ran out of beer & if we had any in our fridge!!
Russ chiappa
September 3, 2021
Just googled Susan´s name now.always wondered what became of her. She was that kind of person.
Knew here from when we entered USAF´s point of departure in Connecticut. Both of us Virgos .
Met her again in Kunsan AB Korea. What a sweet girl. So sorry to hear about you. Too soon. My thoughts to her loved ones.
Jay Louis-Kahanu
August 24, 2021
After my tour at Kunsan AB, I went back home. Years later you came to Hickam AFB, which I believe was a TDY. I picked you up from Hickam AFB & we took a nice cruise, made a few stops for food/drinks/laughs & saw the sunset into the Pacific ocean. Good times with a great friend.
February 8, 2017
I was once a good friend of Sue's (Nikki) We were roommates(me, her & Sniffer) for a while and worked together at Luke AFB from 1979 until she left for Korea.
It was an honor to have known her. I tried back in 2012 to look for her. Wish I had tried harder.
Belated condolences to her partner, family and friends.
RIP Nikki
Joe Molinary
Jay Louis-Kahanu
June 26, 2016
Was fortunate to be stationed in Korea with "Knicky" & I will cherish the memories.
Eleanor wood
May 3, 2015
Just wanted to let susan know she is still in my thoyghrs and i miss u alot. Nora
Richard Hunt
May 1, 2015
I served with Susan at Nellis AFB. She was my friend and I am greatly saddened to hear of her passing.
R.I.P. Nicky.
Sondra Sparapani
October 12, 2014
I was so sadden to hear about Sue's passing. Her journey here is over, but she still visits us when we call her. She will be missed.
Eleanor Wood
September 11, 2014
I am and always will be so gratefu to have been able to know her . She is a true soldier in every aspect of life. So willingto stop and smel the roses along every road. I miss her but the memories will always stay alive. She is a true american hero. Rest in peace. Eleanor wood
diane presutto
September 5, 2014
Susan may you RIP -I am glad we served in the USAF together & you always put a smile on my face kiddo- Love you alot, Diane
Nancy Staib
September 2, 2014
I had so many great times with Sue and your family. I am sorry for your loss. Prayers to all of you.
September 1, 2014
I miss her and to feel these precious memories again are even more sacred to me as a candle is for someone to see in the dark- love always kathleen.
Colleen Schaan
August 30, 2014
It was an honor to serve in the USAF with Sue...she was a great gal with a big heart. She was so proud to serve her Country and she did it well.
Kim Donovan breton
August 30, 2014
Holly and Tracy and families I am so sorry to read this! I am keeping you in my prayers!
Dianne Conte
August 30, 2014
In memory of Susan.
August 30, 2014
May Sue rest in peace and in the arms of Jesus.
Jane Fillmore
August 30, 2014
God is Blessed with YET another Angel. I will always remember Sue for we shared the same birthdays together along with Sandy Russo Pellerin .R.I. P. my friend. God Bless the ones left behind. Until we all meet again. Prayers for a peace and comfort to you all.
Peggy Swol (Locke)
August 30, 2014
Holly,
Thoughts and prayers going out to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Dianne Conte
August 30, 2014
I sat right next to Sue in one of my classes in high school! What a delightful entertaining person! I am impressed with her military dedication!
Cindy Orlando Lynn
August 30, 2014
Always with a smile, may you find your thoughts of her comforting and with a smile
Mark DiBella
August 30, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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