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Suzanne Learn Obituary

Suzanne Ashby Learn, 80, entered Heaven peacefully early in the morning of July 15, 2015. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, born July 24, 1934, and made her home the last 42 years in Radford, VA. She was the youngest of three children born to Mr. Antonio Ashby and Mrs. Ida Bruno Ashby. She graduated with honors from Sophie B. Newcomb College in New Orleans, and received her Master's in Education from Tulane University, with 30 hours towards her doctorate. An elementary school teacher of 38 years in the City of New Orleans and Radford Public School Systems, Suzanne was a passionate advocate for education, the poor and social causes that affected her communities. She retired from teaching in 2001, and devoted this time to her family and friends. A wonderful cook and entertainer at her home, this is what made Suzanne most happy, and this was nowhere more apparent than when her granddaughters came to visit. Kind, caring and compassionate, she was a strong and beautiful woman, family member and friend to those who knew her. Suzanne was preceded in death by her father, Antonio, her mother, Ida, and her husband, Dr. William Maurice Learn. She is survived by her eldest brother Richard Ashby, and his wife Janis, of Baton Rouge, LA; brother Eugene Ashby, and his wife Carolyn, of Hartwell, GA; her son, Eugene Christopher Ashby Learn; daughter-in-law, Nicole Larson Learn; granddaughters, Elizabeth Ashby Learn and Isabella Larson Learn; and nearly 20 nieces, nephews and cousins throughout the United States. Funeral Mass will be held at 3pm Monday, July 20 at St. Jude's Catholic Church, 1740 Tyler Rd, Christiansburg, VA 24073 with Rev. Jaroslaw "Jarek" Nowacki, officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Memory Gardens Mausoleum, 5555 Lee St, Dublin, VA 24084. The family will receive friends from 5 pm to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 18 at Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory, 120 West Main Street, Radford, VA The Learn family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com
Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 16 to Jul. 17, 2015.

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Sherri Quesenberry

July 22, 2015

Chris,

It was wonderful working with your mom for a few years at Belle Heth. She made me feel right at home as a new librarian. I loved hearing her tell stories. I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sherri Quesenberry

Ann Baker

July 21, 2015

Chris, it was my privilege to know and teach with your mother. I remember fondly the times we spent together and the laughter she brought with her stories. It was good to hear of your daughters. I imagine they brought her great joy. I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 20, 2015

Chris,
I taught at Belle Heth with your mother for a couple of years. She was very energetic, very friendly, and very proud of you.
Gloria Moses

Lee Slusher

July 20, 2015

Chris, As you may remember, your mom was my mentor at Kuhn Barnett. She and your dad were gracious and kind to me, both helping me grow as a teacher. They occupy a very special place in my heart. My deepest sympathies to you and yours as well as regrets that I cannot be with you today. Love, Lee

michael collins

July 19, 2015

Rip Mrs learn.you was one of my alltime favorite teachers of my life and always treated me so special.I'll never forget you calling me sweetie pie all year in 5th grade.it made me shy back then but when I look back you really had I huge part of my life.thank you and prayers for all your family and loved ones

Jim and Sandy Tynan

July 18, 2015

Chris and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was our neighbor for many years and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Hilda Theriot

July 17, 2015

Dear Chris
Sue was my cousin and we were very close for many years.
Janice told me she was ill but so sorry to learn of her passing. Have great memories of her. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Leslie Perez

July 16, 2015

Dear Chris, I remember your mother very fondly. She was even my teacher in third grade and there were no exceptions for family. I haven't seen her in a long time but she was in my thoughts. I also heard from Richard and Janice recently that she was sick. I am so sorry and my prayers are with you and your family. Love Leslie Theriot Perez

Anne Dominguez

July 16, 2015

Dear Chris and Family, I had just spoken with Janis Ashby about your mom in recent weeks. I am so very sorry to hear of her passing. She was a wonderful godmother and I have such fond childhood memories. She is now with your dad, Bill and many others, who loved her. Hope you can find peace in knowing this. (She was so proud of you!)

Kathy Maurer

July 16, 2015

Mrs Learn was so kind to everyone. And a great teacher. I know she's in a good place right now. God bless.

Lenora Williams

July 16, 2015

Chris and family,
My heart is so heavy with sympathy for you and your family. Your mom was a wonderful lady and I enjoyed working with her at Belle Heth. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

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