Suzanne Gayle Peiers

Suzanne Gayle (nee Woods, Cioper) Peiers, born November 24, 1941, was called home to be with the Lord on September 1, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Suzanne (Sue) leaves behind her husband, Carl Horst Peiers, of 25 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Andrew R. Woods and Bette (Finholt) Woods. She was the sister of Jon (Sandy) Woods. Loving mother of Karen Stewart, Jeannie (Robert) Sterling, and Dianne (Michael) Wuestenfeld; stepmother to Kevin (Kari Jo) Peiers, Tina (Rob) Leasman, and Claudia (Russell) Lantz. Sue also leaves behind seven grandchildren, Courtney (Michael) O'Brien, Megan Stewart, Remington (Gaby) Stewart, Nathanael Dowd, Gabrielle Dowd, Daniel Wuestenfeld, and Alexandria Wuestenfeld. She also leaves behind three great-grandchildren.
Sue was born, raised, and educated in the suburbs of Chicago. She began her career in the late 1970's working as an administrative assistant to the Chief of Police in Palatine and Barrington, Illinois. Sue was then employed by Motorola in Schaumburg, Illinois, where she later transferred to Phoenix, AZ, working for over 17 years in International Personnel and Sales & Marketing. Sue and her husband, Carl, relocated to Knoxville, TN, in 2003, where she enjoyed working in real estate in conjunction with her husband. Sue was very active in her church, The Episcopal Church of the Ascension, where she enjoyed volunteering as a church greeter and wedding coordinator.
Her family and friends remember Sue for always having a smile, being vivacious, sharing her love with others, and always embracing the opportunity to host get-togethers at her home. In her last days, she maintained her high-spirited mindset, determined to enjoy each day filled with love, enthusiasm, and energy. Sue will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She leaves a great void in many hearts, but all know that she is home.
Sue will rest in peace at the Church of the Ascension. A future celebration of life for Sue is planned and will be announced to family and friends in the upcoming weeks. Rest in Peace beloved Sue