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1975
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2022
Susan Moffatt Obituary
Susan was born on February 12, 1975, in Seoul, South Korea. She was adopted in 1976 by James and Barbra Moffatt, formerly of Frederick. Susan graduated from Linganore High School in 1993 and then earned an Associate's Degree from Frederick Community College. Susan was a gifted artist and skilled chef. She worked in event planning, bakeries and restaurants where her creativity and culinary skills excelled. Most recently she was employed as a cook at the Swig and Swine restaurant in Charleston, SC.
Susan was devoted to her daughter, Ava Johnson, and step-children, Zachary and Kylie Johnson. She enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Her bubbly personality brought joy to any occasion.
Susan is survived by her daughter, Ava Johnson, and Ava's father, Aaron Johnson, both of Charleston, SC; her parents, James and Barbra (Nicodemus) Moffatt, of Westminster, MD; a brother and sister-in-law, Jeffrey and Barbetta Moffatt, of Hanover, PA; a niece, Jessica Staub, and nephews, Jesse Moffatt, Peter Moffatt and David Moffatt, all of Hanover, PA; and a great-niece, Brooklyn Starner, and great-nephew, Landyn Staub, of Hanover, PA.
A funeral service and burial will be held on December 29, 2022, at Carolina Memorial Gardens in Charleston, SC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be to the Korean Adoptee Family Foundation (KORAFF) or The Delaplaine Arts Center for youth arts programs. Susan Moffatt
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Peggy Moran
December 17, 2024
Susan was a ray of sunshine. Her personality was infectious and she was a joy to be around. I hope all of her family is well and healing.
Peggy Moran
Lisa (Renn) Frederick
December 28, 2022
So very, very sorry for your beautiful daughter s passing. I was your student, Mr.Moffatt, at TJ and remember when you had adopted her and seeing her with you at school at times as a toddler. Such a sweetheart! May you be comforted by the many wonderful memories, God s love and the support of many. Thinking of you at this difficult time with deepest sympathy.
Lisa (Renn) Frederick
Shelley
December 24, 2022
Deepest condolences to you and all your family. Praying God comfort your hearts and give you peace in the midst of your loss.
Your beautiful Susan lives on in heaven with God, and God is also with you. I pray you feel his presence and hers in the days, weeks, and moments ahead.
We may not understand, but be at peace. She is safe in God's arms. Sending love...
Joann (Carpenter) Mossburg
December 23, 2022
So sorry to hear of Susan´s passing. She was a childhood friend. My deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort for you family.
Joann (Carpenter) Mossburg
December 23, 2022
So sorry to hear of Susan´s passing. She was a childhood friend of mine. My deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort for you family.
Leonard and Mary Nicodemus
December 23, 2022
Jim and Barbra,
Leonard and I have been down the path that you are now taking. Losing your children is one of the hardest things you will ever go through. God will get you through it. Hold on to those wonderful memories. Love and prayers for all of you.
Mike and Debbie Thackston
December 23, 2022
Jim and Barbra,
We are so sorry to read this news of the passing of your beautiful daughter. Jim, you taught our daughters at MMS (Jennifer and Julie)
Mitzi Smith
December 23, 2022
Jim and Barbra, so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. Prayers for you and your family, and may God give you strength at this most difficult time.
Willard and Pat Simpson
December 23, 2022
Jim and Barbra, we are so sorry for the loss of your daughter. She was a beautiful young lady.
Peggy Moran
December 22, 2022
So sad!! Susan was a bundle of joy and happiness and each time I was around her she was smiling and laughing. A beautiful sweet girl who had wonderful parents!! Prayers and thoughts of love are being sent. Peggy Moran
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