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Susan Friese Obituary
Susan Patricia Friese was born on August 27, 1957 in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. She passed away peacefully on November 9th in New Milford Hospital with family members at her side. Susan now rests forever in her heavenly domain.
A kind and loving person, Susan's beaming smile lifted the hearts of those she cared for. Willing to confront any and all challenges, she possessed a courageous tenacity admired by all who were touched by her life.
Susan grew up in Palos Verdes Estates, on the Palos Verdes Peninsula in California. She was very much a part of the idyllic beauty surrounding her. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, amidst the palms, and giant eucalyptus trees, Susan looked from her bedroom window to view the yearly migration of Blue Whales in the Fall to the warm water of Mexico and then back in the Spring to California. Each summer Susan took great pride in participating in Special Olympic Events. She loved animals...her dog Boots, her cat Travis and 100 year old desert turtle "Rock" and younger brother named "Pebbles". In 1973, Susan moved with her family to Briarcliff Manor, NY. She graduated from Briarcliff High School in 1975. After graduation, she was employed by People's Westchester Bank. In 1988, she moved back to Palm Desert, California where she held jobs with local businesses. Later in life she was employed by Walmart, Kimberly-Clark and most recently, Big Lots. Pre-deceased by her mother Patrica Ford Friese, she is survived by her father, Richard P. Friese of Stamford, CT, her brother Richard P. Friese, Jr, of North Beach, NJ, sister Robin Friese Powell of Brookfield, CT and sister Wendy Friese of New Milford, CT. She is also survived by her step brother James P. Selvage and her step sister Pamela C. Reilly. She is survived by her nieces Carly Friese, Audrey Powell, and Carlin Reilly as well as nephews Jack Powell, Eric Selvage and Charles and Christopher Reilly.
A service will be held on Saturday, November 15th at 10:30am at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Brookfield, CT.
Donations can be made in Susan's name to Friends of New Milford, 238 Chestnut Land Road, New Milford, CT 06776.
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Memories and Condolences
for Susan Friese
December 1, 2014
Sending love, prayers and comfort to you and your family. Sweet Suzie has her wings and I know your mom and Bob were there to meet her. xoxo Sheri and family
Steven Bosak
November 20, 2014
I'm sorry to hear the news of Susan's passing. My condolences to Wendy and the whole family.
Paulina Oviatt
November 18, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with Susan and Big Lots. No matter what she always had a smile on her face. She was one tough cookie. Willing to do anything you asked her. She always talked to me about her animals. I send my condolences and may you rest in peace. Big Lots will not be the same without you coming to visit.
Martin Thomas
November 16, 2014
Dear Wendy
So sad to hear of your loss. We will be thinking of you all. All our love.
Martin Becky and family. Xxx
Jeanne Bosse
November 15, 2014
To dear Wendy and her entire family - My heart goes out to you all at th loss of Susan. Special thoughts for you today as you say goodbye.
Wendy, here is a happier time for you to look at.
Tania Friese
November 14, 2014
November 14, 2014
My Family and I were honored to know and love Susan. She was a Friese thru and thru... we will miss You, Friend.
November 14, 2014
My Family and I were honored to know and love Susan. She was a Friese thru and thru... we will miss You, Friend.
John Graham
November 14, 2014
Dear Wendy,
The Graham family sends our condolences in regards to the loss of your Sister. May she rest in peace.
-John C. Graham
Barbara Colombo
November 14, 2014
Dear Wendy -
I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories of what you have shared bring you peace and comfort.
Barbara
November 14, 2014
Wendy, so Sorry for your loss. I knew her briefly but she was such a sunlit treasure!
Diane Friese
November 14, 2014
Wendy and your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you . Sorry for your loss. I will always remember her smile. Hilary (Canning) Baccari
Tania Friese
November 14, 2014
I will always remember Susan and the times I spent with her during family visits. My sincere condolences go out to all my family members who will miss her so.
Drew S
November 14, 2014
Sorry for your loss. A special and kind sprit that will live on through family and friends.
Peggy Knipp
November 14, 2014
Wendo, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. You were an amazing sister to Susan ... RIP Susan. ... much love,
November 13, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all,I can't help but remember all the wonderful times I had with all of you,times I will never forget. Love always Edward c Thurber
Lola Franco
November 13, 2014
Wendy and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet, loving sister. My thoughts are with you all.
Tom Leihbacher
November 13, 2014
Sorrow mixed with happy memories...my prayers and condolences are with you all...
Ellen Goldberg
November 13, 2014
I am so sorry. Susan always made me smile when we growing up.
Paul Griswold
November 13, 2014
Sorry for your sad passing, thoughts and prayers for you and your families.
Kimberly Rotondo
November 13, 2014
We will miss Susan dearly.
November 13, 2014
I am so very sorry to hear of sweet Susan's passing. My deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With love,
Debbie (Morabito) Stueckel
Chris Graff
November 13, 2014
Friese family,
So sorry to hear about Susan, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rip Suzy
Kathleen Van Praagh
November 13, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Miss you and love you. Thinking of Susan always.
Wafaa Naggar
November 13, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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