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Susan Mitchell Obituary

Susan Ann Mitchell, age 53, of Portage passed away Monday March 5, 2018 at her home with her family at her side. She was born December 10, 1964 in Gary, Indiana to the late Bruce and Margaret (Divich) Hartford. Susan worked as a hair stylist for Hair Express for many years before becoming a driver of Bus #77 for Portage Township Schools. She enjoyed working on crafts. Susan worked hard all her life to provide for her family. Susan is survived by her two sons, Jacob Meitzler and Fred Mitchell both of Portage; her sister, Ann (Joe) Wyckoff of Fort Pierce, FL; and many other loving friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Bruce Hartford. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 pm Sunday March 11, 2018 at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel 5341 Central Avenue Portage, Indiana 46368 with Pastor Bob Burton officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation for Susan will be from 2:00 to 7:00 pm on Sunday at the Funeral Home. Online condolences may be submitted at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Mar. 8, 2018.

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March 27, 2018

Lady, I am so proud to of got the chance to help and laugh with you during this crap time at the end. Between the Ice Cream, Pickles, Pudding and Juice, I have never laughed so hard.....I thank you for this! Love you more, Zack

Dian Berryman

March 11, 2018

Ann, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Sue was a beautiful woman and a great friend, Always able to make anyone smile! I will most certainly miss her.. Thoughts and Prayers.

Cyndi Friedrich

March 8, 2018

Sue was a great person and will be missed by many, prayers to her family.

Pat Elliott

March 7, 2018

Love to you "sister Sue" thanks for all the crazy fun in Florida....Rest in peace

Love to all the family

March 7, 2018

To the family you are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Wanda S. Ohio

Brenda and Dave Morgan

March 7, 2018

Thoughts and prayers for the family and friend's.

March 7, 2018

Offering condolences to the Mitchell family for your loss. May God comfort and strength you during this difficult time.

Tim & Deb Wenzel

March 7, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Kris Krasnansky Whitney

March 6, 2018

Rest easy Susie....
Thoughts and prayers Annie and family. She will be missed.

Kimberly Joy

March 6, 2018

Sue's body needed to rest but she is with us in sprit always. Praying for comfort and strength for all of us that loved her.

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