Sue Stapp Obituary
She is preceded in death by her parents: Jefferson and Viola Reno Roberts, sisters: Jewel Henry, Tilda Cain, and Mae Emeson, and her longtime companion: David Thompson.
Susie is survived by her daughter: Nancy "Nay" Mahaffey, her son: Brandon Rhoden and family of Kentucky, grandson: Hunter Mahaffey, two sisters: Mary Galyon of Englewood and JoAnn Cain and family of Athens, along with several nieces, nephews, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to ask that donations be made to cover final expenses.
Family and friends will gather at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Ten Mile for graveside services at 3:00 PM on Thursday, January 22, 2026. Brother Gene Totherow will be officiating.
Serving as pallbearers will be Susie's family and friends.
If you are unable to attend graveside services, please sign the guest registry at www.zieglerfuneralhome.com.
Ziegler Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Sue Ann "Susie" Roberts Stapp.
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