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Susan Martin Obituary

Susan J. Martin 71, of Breinigsville, passed away on Friday May 18, 2018. Susan was the wife of Walter L. Martin and they would have celebrated 34 years of marriage this July. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late William C. and Jean M. (Farrell) Wasser. Surviving with her husband Walter are her daughters: Denise M. wife of Bryan Dugan of Alburtis, Lisa wife of Duane Lamon of Slatington, Donna wife of Scott Wright of Northampton, and Jennifer wife of Todd Anderson of Homestead, FL. Her sons: Chris Allen of Philadelphia, and Scott Allen of Hazleton, PA. Brothers: William J. and Diane of Leesburg, FL, Terry A. and Donna of Allentown, and Robert J. and Carla of Emmaus. Additionally Susan is survived by her eleven grandchildren. Funeral Services will be on Tuesday May 22, 2018 at 11:00 am in the O'Donnell Funeral Home, 908 Hanover Ave. Allentown. Calling will be on Tuesday from 10:00-11:00 am. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Dreams Come True c/o the funeral home.

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Published by Morning Call from May 19 to May 20, 2018.

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Joe Amant

May 13, 2020

Miss you Sue. You will always be remembered. Rest In Peace.

Duane Lamon

May 13, 2019

I miss you Sue, I could really talk to you at this point in my life. I love ya! RIP

Duane

JENNIFER ANDERSON

December 14, 2018

missing you every day, mom

when it all began...

JENNIFER ANDERSON

May 25, 2018

I would like to thank all of you for your kind words, sweet memories & love you've shown for our family during this terribly unexpected time.To quote my uncle Bill, "She was the sunshine of the family". She was an amazing mom.. while we may not have appreciated, or even noticed everything she sacrificed & did for us... she most certainly gave everyone she loved every ounce of herself. Going thru her belongings was one of the most amazing trips down memory lane, she saved everything & it was a blessing to be able to actually see how much she chrished us all. We were all loved dearly... but the love she had for my dad was unmatched... except maybe his love for her. I can only pray that over the years my husband & I grow to love eachother as deeply.

Thank you all again

love you mom - jen

May 23, 2018

Walt and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Sue will be greatly missed. We will always remember her aversion to green peas. LOL. With our condolences...John and Jeannette Fuhrman

Kathi (Shoemaker) Mello

May 22, 2018

I had the utmost pleasure of spending many hours in the Martin household during my teenage years. Sue was a remarkable woman and doting mother who handled a houseful of children with ease.

I'm sending my love, thoughts, and prayers to Walt, the girls, Chris and Scott; but, most especially to my dear, sweet Jen. There are no words to ease your pain. May your memories comfort you and bring peace to your broken heart. Love you!

Terri Rice Treiber

May 22, 2018

Oh Suze, I can hardly believe you are gone! The memories I have of more than 50 yrs. ago will stay with me forever. I just pray they make my heart and eyeballs stop hurting. I know that would make you laugh, that WONDERFUL laugh of yours!! Before I get too silly, I pray for Walt and your whole family to make it through this pain they have right now. You guys will never get over it, but the feelings just get different. Your life gets different. It takes a very long time to get so different. Just hang in there, all of you. Sorry, my eyes were leaking. Sue, remember us riding the "loop" around downtown Allentown in one of the 2 Mustangs?? Your white one, or (preferably) Billy's red convertible. Eight track playing LOUD ~~ the BEACH BOYS? How about our goofy dark room with one tiny candle lit while the Doors were playing? Or driving around Lehigh U. and you'd be begging me to go into one of the frat parties with you? I NEVER said yes, so you NEVER got in one. LOL!!! How about my little apartment on 8th St. with the little hanging light in the corner? Watching TV, ironing my kahki (sp?) jeans. In my underwear, rollers in my hair, and a bra on even though I didn't need one? So much more but arthritic fingers are cramping up. I will ALWAYS love you my sweet friend. Forever~~until we meet again.

Renee, Scott, and Barbara Anderson

May 21, 2018

May God keep you and bless you with wonderful memories of your Mom and her love. Praying for comfort and peace in your family and that God holds you in his mighty embrace to strengthen all of you in the family! Love you Jen!
The Anderson Family in NY!

May 21, 2018

Our sincere condolences to Walt and his family. May God's love comfort you during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.

Jocelyne Tshishimbi and Family

May 21, 2018

Our sincere condolences to Walt and his family. May God's love comfort you during this difficult time. You are in our prayers.

Jocelyne Tshishimbi and Family

May 21, 2018

Walt, so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. Your many happy memories with Sue will help you at this very difficult time. Love, Barb and Dan Snyder

Joe Amant

May 20, 2018

Our sincere condolences to Walt and his family. Sue was one of the group that meets at Dunkin most every evening. It won't be the same without her. May she rest in peace.

Huguette & Tony Damas

May 20, 2018

Our most sincere condolences to Walt, the children and grandchildren.

Sue, you have been a reliable friend and neighbor. We are going to miss you.

Huguette & Tony

Richard Mondschein

May 20, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family

May 19, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family. May God's loyal love comfort you during this difficult time..Psalms 119:76

JENNIFER ANDERSON

May 19, 2018

We're all gonna make you proud, Mom. xoxo - me

Jennifer Anderson

May 19, 2018

I love you, Mom. I have no words right now.. just tears. so many tears.

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