Susan E. Waldman

BARNSTABLE — Susan E. Waldman, 58, of Barnstable, died at her home on July 17, 2009, of complications from pancreatic cancer. Her husband and beloved greyhound, "Kane," were at her side.

The daughter of the late Maurice and Florence Waldman, Susan is survived by her husband, Gary Williams of Barnstable. She was the sister of Michael Waldman and his wife Eve of Virginia.

Born and raised in Chelsea, Susan graduated from Northeastern University and received her master's degree from Trenton State College in New Jersey.

Since moving to Cape Cod in 1983 she worked for Cape Cod Collaborative and, most of the time, the Oak Ridge School in Sandwich. This past year she was named co-employee of the year as she juggled her dedication to her students and managing her illness. She enjoyed the challenge of her occupation and the rewards when the students did well. As she often said about her job, "This is who I am." She will be missed by her colleagues and her many students, current and former.

She also enjoyed summers off, which were spent at Dowses Beach, outdoor sports and travel.

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Mid-Cape Medical Center, Cape Cod Hospital Davenport-Mugar Cancer Center, and VNA Hospice for their care and kindness during her illness.

Visiting hours will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, in the John-Lawrence Funeral Home, 3778 Falmouth Road, Route 28, Marstons Mills. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday in Lothrop Hill Cemetery, Barnstable.

Memorial donations in her name may be sent to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, EL Segundo, CA 90245; or to Greyhound Pets of America, c/o Millie Merritt, 35 Cedar Road, Avon, MA 02322.