Sue Ann McDowell

Sue Ann McDowell obituary, Belleair Bluffs, FL

Sue Ann McDowell

Sue McDowell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hubbell Funeral Home & Crematory on Oct. 17, 2025.

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We regret to announce the passing of Sue Ann McDowell on October 15th, 2025. She was 80 years old. Originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, she is the daughter of the late Arthur Edward Franzenburg and Dorothy (Boehmke) Franzenburg.
Sue was loved by everyone she ever came in contact with. Truly the life of the party and a woman of positive vibes, she leaves behind a long line of family that will always miss her. Survivors include her daughter Danya Karnyski; son Darren McDowell; brothers Sam and Randy Franzenburg; sister Kathy Franzenburg and 2 glorious grandchildren Jordan & Julia Karnyski.
On Saturday October 18th, at 11:00am a visitation / gathering will be hosted at Hubbell Funeral Home (499 North Indian Rocks Rd, Belleair Bluffs). Thereafter, starting at 12:00 noon, will begin her Memorial Service in the Hubbell Chapel officiated by Pastor Kathy Franzenburg. All family, friends, former colleagues and neighbors who knew her and loved her are invited to attend.
During the first few days of December, she'll be laid to rest at Keystone Cemetery in Keystone, Iowa with other family members. The finalized dates/times will be posted here when available.
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