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Suzanne McKee Obituary
Age 72, Of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2017 at her daughters home where she was lovingly cared for during the last three months by her children.She was born November 12, 1944 in Elmira, NY.
She was predeceased by her parents Peter and Mary Raniewicz and brother Peter Paul Raniewicz. She is survived by children: Larry Jr, Bruce, Christine Cooper (Dave), and Carolyn Prokopenko (Leon); grandchildren Paul and Peter Prokopenko; all of Rochester, NY; Larry McKee a huge source of comfort and strength; sisters: Connie Rempe, Betty Clauss, Chris Lynch (Jim), Mary Ann Girardi (TJ); many nieces nephews and cousins.
Sue graduated from Notre Dame high school in 1962. She was a dedicated and very hard worker starting as a teenager at Carr's Cozy Corner through her years at Wegmans, Kodak, and as a restaurant manager in Florida. She was also a pianist/organist starting again in her teenage years and throughout her life at Catholic churches in Elmira and Rochester and most recently at a Lutheran Church in Rochester.
She seemed to gain the most pleasure in life from her music, the Sunday dinners she always cooked for her family and up until her illness, her Saturday's devoted to having her grandchildren come and spend the day . They were equally devoted to her. Her last 10 years were spent as a dedicated caregiver to the elderly, always going above and beyond until three months ago when she could physically do no more and was diagnosed with brain cancer. She was a giver all of her life and she will be immensely missed by many. We would appreciate if those who knew her would enter a fond memory in the guest book. Services will be Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 3 PM at Transfiguration Lutheran Church 3760 Culver Rd. Rochester, NY 14622.
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Margie
September 3, 2017
Sue has always held such a special place in the hearts of my entire family. How my Mom would giggle about her wedding party picture with Suzanne "pouting" when Sue learned she was the flower girl and not my Dad's bride! At home on Johnson Street, Sue was my first piano teacher. How she loved music and loved sharing it with me! With her move to Rochester, came countless family trips to visit - good times as her family grew and grew. I remember when Sue introduced me to Constant Comment tea; I felt so grown up! Sue had a way of making us all feel special. I will miss her dearly.
To Sue's children and Sue's sisters, may you all find peace in your happy memories.
Sue Halstead
August 31, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
August 31, 2017
Good Bye Suz:
you were a close friend all through high school. I will miss you...
T Michael
Laurie Dobson
August 30, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. I worked with her at Kodak from the mid 80's until she retired. She was always so helpful to me and would take the time to chat no matter how busy she was. It was great working with her and I missed her after she left Kodak. She so loved all of you, her children, Larry Jr, Bruce, Christine & Carolyn and she talked about all of you a lot! I'm sorry that we lost touch through the years, I always hoped we'd catch up over a good cup of coffee again! You have my deepest sympathy.
Frank Walkowiak
August 29, 2017
I was blessed to be able to chat with my cousin Sue and her family. She was my Parent's Flower Girl, shared the same birthday, and I am the Godfather to her son. She was my friend and I remember Cozy Corner, Polanski St. where she made "shoe leather steak", Carter St. where she made her Bacon & Scramble, Seville Dr. where she made chicken dumplings. She always looked out for me. All those Sundays on Johnson St. at Uncle Pete's after Grams. Frozen in my memory, her serving me a coke at Cozy Corner and Little Larry's Baptism. I thank her for her wisdom, the Birthday calls, all of my east coast visits. The sound of her voice these past couple of weeks. I'll always miss and love her. God Bless. Frankie
Linda Williams
August 27, 2017
I've never met your mother, but have heard fond and funny stories. May these memories keep her in your hearts. My condolences.
Erin Padget
August 27, 2017
Larry, Carolyn, Christine, and Bruce you have our deepest sympathies for the loss of your Mom. I hope your memories of her will help you through this difficult time.
Erin & Josh Padget
August 26, 2017
Larry, So sorry for your lose. May God please you & your Family.
John & Kathy Neiner
Kimberly Burris
August 26, 2017
Larry ,Bruce,Christine, Carolyn and family,
I'm so saddened to hear of your mom's passing.I have fond childhood memories of visiting the family in Rochester. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.Sending my love and deepest sympathy.
Lori Petrie
August 26, 2017
I love and will miss you Sue! Thank you for your friendship and humor all through the years at TLC! XOXO
August 26, 2017
Connie, Betty, Chris, and MaryAnn, I am so sorry about Sue. I will always remember when I was probably seven or eight, I saw these hair bows in the window of the beauty shop next to the Cozy Corner. I would stop and look at them every day. I so wanted them. Well low and behold, Sue came over to 959 one day with a bag; and she bought those hair bows for me. I'll never forget how excited i was to get them.
Rest in peace, Sue, and may God bless you!!!
Sally Ridosh Donahue
Nancy Ridosh Pace
August 26, 2017
Connie, Betty, Chris, MaryAnn; I am very sorry to hear of Suzanne's passing...I will always cherish the fond memories I have of growing up "Johnson Street" with you all...my thoughts and prayers have been with you and your families these past few weeks...May God watch over you all in the coming days as you grieve for your loved one...Rest In Peace my friend...Tiger
Bonnie Coyles
August 25, 2017
I am so sorry, Betty for the loss of your sister. I remember when she played the organ at St. Casimir's Church during our choir practice. I pray that you and your family will be comforted and strengthened by the love of our merciful Father in Heaven.
Fran Baldwin
August 25, 2017
I want to send my condolences to all of the McKee family for there loss of a great lady. I am so sorry' My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
susan gatewood
August 25, 2017
May God bless the family in this time of sorrow. I have many fond memories of Sue from when the family lived on Carter Street in the 70's. She was a wonderful person and funny. She often gave my brother and I a ride to school when dropping off her own children and was always nice when we were over there playing. Prayers and hugs to Larry, Bruce, Christine and Carolyn.
Luann & Bill Struble
August 25, 2017
Maryann and family, our deepest sympathy for the loss of your sister (mother, grandmother and friend).
Words cannot express our sorrow
Thomas Orczyk
August 25, 2017
You know she was a really good person. I have fond and happy memories of her. My condolences to the Mc Kee family.
August 25, 2017
Chris and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace. Tom and Kay Buffamante
Tina Cerio-Heinze
August 25, 2017
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister Betty. You and your family are in my prayers! Tina
Sharon Borden
August 23, 2017
Dear Christine,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. She will always be with you Christine. You and your family are in my prayers. May Gods peace give you strength through this difficult time. Always in my thoughts
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