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Susan Whitcher Obituary
Rutland - Susan M. (Keirstead) Whitcher, 74, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at the Lutheran Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center after an illness. She was born in New Bedford, the daughter of Roland H. and Helen (Howe) Keirstead and had lived in Rutland for most of her life.
She leaves a son, Keith V. Whitcher, Jr. of Oakham; three daughters, Linda J. LaCasse and her husband, David of Acworth, NH, Karen A. Gates of Princeton and Deborah L. Cyr and her husband, Jeffrey of Spencer; two sisters, Betty Eddy of Rutland and Joan Gentile of Worcester; six grandchildren, Jonathan Whitcher, Matthew Brown, Hannah Gates, Graham Gates, Jordyn Cyr and Megan Cyr; and several nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by a sister, Shirley Wilkins and her former husband, Keith V. Whitcher, Sr.
Susan graduated from David Hale Fanning Trade High School in Worcester. She worked for the Rutland Police Department as a home based dispatcher for several years, as well as serving as one of the first woman appointed as a member of the Rutland Fire Department Auxiliary. Later, Susan worked as a dispatcher and then a trip advisor for AAA.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 12 noon in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA 02472. To share a memory or offer an online condolence, visit
www.milesfuneralhome.com
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for Susan Whitcher
April 17, 2015
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Joyce hitchcock and family
I am so sorry she was a sweet lady
Ella Cahill
April 2, 2015
Susan was such a wonderful human being. Always full of energy and kindness. I enjoyed our dinners and trips together where we found so many things to talk and laugh about. Rest in Peace Dear Friend. Elly Cahill
Steve Helle
March 30, 2015
To the Whitcher Family --
I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Prayers to each and every one of you during this difficult time.
God Bless your family.
March 27, 2015
I remember Susan from AAA. Always very pleasant and kind
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Joanne (Prescott) Toye
March 27, 2015
Betty
Sorry to hear about your sister.
Marci (Blunt) Toohil
March 27, 2015
So sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Marci
greg renshaw
March 27, 2015
Keith,Linda,Karen & Deborah, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Your family is in my payers.
Julie Cutler
March 27, 2015
Karen, our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I remember your Mom from when you and I worked together. She was a good woman. I lost my Dad a year ago, and as much as we know in our hearts that death is just the final chapter of life, it is little consolation to us when we miss our loved ones. Love and prayers from Julie and Keith
Gayle
March 27, 2015
I'm so sorry. I'll miss her very much. Love and prayers to all of you. Love
Jessica Sloan
March 26, 2015
It was such a blessing to know you. I already miss you so much. Rest in peace sweetheart <3
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