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Susan E. Senger
SPRINGFIELD - Susan E. Senger, 70, of Springfield, died at 9:20 pm, Thursday, July 5, 2012, at St. Joseph's Home. She was born January 30, 1942 in Centralia to William H. and Clara M. Flanrey Gschwend. She married Lawrence "Larry" L. Senger on January 25, 1964 and he survives.
Also surviving are her children, Laura (Craig) Reiser of Springfield, Mark (Jackie) Senger of Gurnee and Rebecca (Joel) Antonacci of Springfield; seven grandchildren, Lauren, Luke, Carl, Maxwell, Will, Katherine and Teresa; one brother, William J. Gschwend of Port St. Lucie, FL; one uncle, one nephew and several cousins.
Susan attended St. Mary's Grade School in Centralia and Centralia High School. She had an outstanding academic career including a master's degree in nursing from University of Illinois at Chicago. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Parish; Illinois Nurses Association; Blessed Sacrament Choir, and Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society. She worked for U of I Chicago Department of Specialized Care for Children as a Nursing Consultant and was previously employed by St. John's Hospital. Throughout her nursing career she touched the lives of countless patients and families. She was instrumental in the establishment of the Adult Day Care and Hospice Programs at St. John's Hospital.
Beyond her love and dedication to her family and friends Susan enjoyed singing, gardening, bird watching, cooking and reading.
In honor of her wishes the family would like to request memorial gifts to Blessed Sacrament School Library or St. Joseph's Home.
Visitation: 4-7 pm Monday, July 9, 2012, at Staab Funeral Home with a prayer service at 4 pm.
Funeral Mass: 10 am, Tuesday, July 10, 2012, at Blessed Sacrament Church with Reverend Jeff Grant officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.
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maxine solkey
July 11, 2012
my prayers will always stay with sue' she was my friend as my resadent. She was a very careing and smart lady . She loved to read and knew what shows was on what channels,on tv. Must say she was very much awhere of her life. will miss her in my heart and on a day to day bases. We hed a closs friendship and talked to each other with are eyes. my toughts are with the family now.
Carol Graham
July 10, 2012
My sympathy to Sue's family. I was in her nursing class at St John's, worked in the same building as Day Care and Hospice, and knew her at BSC. Always nice, lots of memories. Out of town for services, but you are in my prayers.
Denny & Glenna Bozarth
July 10, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jim & Pam McGowan
July 8, 2012
Larry and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
May the grace of God be with you and help you through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Lois Korda
July 8, 2012
As a former colleague of Sue's, I appreciated her caring and professionalism. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Nancy Koch Klueg
July 8, 2012
My sympathies to all of the family. I was a classmate of Susan and remember her as such a pleasant and caring individual. I am not surprised at how much she contributed to the nursing world.
Tracie Lowis
July 8, 2012
Laura, Craig, Lauren, Luke, and Will,
Gregg and I are so sorry for your lost. Your mother seemed like a wonderful person. Hold tight your memories.
Sincerely,
Tracie, Gregg, Maria, Nate, Anna, and Sofia Lowis
Tom Lindsey
July 8, 2012
Larry, my deepest sympathy to you and your children. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.
Mary Talken
July 8, 2012
Many fond memories of Sue. Our prayers are with each of you! Mary and Jim Talken
Ardell Forsyth
July 8, 2012
Enjoyed working with her at St John's Hospice. RIP, Sue.
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