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Susan McPike Obituary
March 14, 2025
Olympia, Washington - Susan Jean "Susie" McPike, 67, passed away on March 14, 2025, in Olympia, WA.
Susie was a dedicated educator who spent her career teaching third through fifth grade at Hillside Elementary. She earned her bachelor's degree from Eastern Washington University and later obtained a master's degree from City University. Her passion for teaching and unwavering support for her students left a lasting impact on many young lives.
Beyond the classroom, Susie embraced life with boundless energy and joy. She loved dancing, traveling, and singing to her grandchildren. She cherished playing darts with her husband, sharing good chardonnay with her closest friends, and listening intently to every detail of her children's stories. Her warmth and loyalty made her the heart of every gathering, bringing laughter and light wherever she went.
Susie is survived by her loving husband, Thomas McPike; her children, Colin McPike (Lindsay) and Kate McPike (Drew); her mother, Barbara; her sisters, Sally and Kacie; and six beloved grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Archie Breslin.
To honor Susie's love of music, laughter, and togetherness, the family will host a celebration of life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Association at susiemcpike.org.
Susie's vibrant spirit will be deeply missed but forever remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing her.
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Ronald Trimble
August 6, 2025
It is with much sadness I have just learned of Susie's passing. What a beautiful soul. Susie and I along with a couple others supported each other over wine after classes at City U. I have long since moved to Australia and have kept in touch through FB. We have always talked about getting together when Iwas in the US but it never happened. Such a loss. My condolences to her family. She was a shooting star that will never dim. What a special lady.
Gayle Luce
April 14, 2025
I knew Suzie as a wonderful parent to her sweet daughter Kate. Kate my daughter and many others became lasting friends beginning at South Bay Elementary. Suzie was one of those moms that not only loved her child but our children as well. Forever smiling upbeat and fun loving such a beautiful person inside and out. You left a n incredible mark on so many. May you rest in peace.
Joanie Pop
April 9, 2025
I´m out of the country right now and am saddened beyond words to read of Sweet Sus´s passing (what I called her). We met years ago as waitresses at the Tyee. (Those old enough will remember this lounge). She was the only one who looked good in the togo uniforms the new Vance Corp ordered us to wear. (Remember Tom?) My connection to her was immediate - we had the same college degree and I watched, smiling, as her and Tom´s love blossomed. I remained a friend to her and Tom - lots of stories I could tell. Wishing the entire family peace in knowing this wonderful woman was part of all of our lives, and with time, hoping tears will turn to smiles when thinking of her. She lives on.....much love....
Sarah
April 7, 2025
I was only granted time with "Sooz" for a short time, but she will leave an everlasting profound memory marked with beauty, strength and perseverance.
Judy Glenn
April 5, 2025
I was fortunate to have known Susie her entire life. She is my cousin and although we lived in different states, we had a very close bond. When we did get together, it was like no time had passed. We loved to bicycle, hike and play with dogs. Susie was beautiful both inside and out, she was one of the most loving and compassionate people I know. Susie was funny and could always make all of us laugh. She adored her husband, children, grandchildren and of course her dogs. She gave the best hugs! Love you to the moon and back Suz. Judy
(Cousins on Father's side) Susie pictured far right next to me:)
GAYLE ZELLER
April 4, 2025
Susie was an angel on earth. She was so beautiful inside and out, and so full of grace. I was blessed to call her my friend.
Stefani Gissberg-Parsons
April 3, 2025
I was so saddened to learn of Susie´s passing. I first saw Susie cheering at an Olympia High School basketball game. I was attending as an 8th grader with my girlfriend who had a brother that was a yell king. I spotted Susie as she stood out. So pretty and full of energy. Much to my surprise our paths would cross again as we worked side by side at Nordstrom Place Two. I recognized her immediately from my memory of her cheering. We became fast friends and then years later, again our paths crossed, this time known to my daughter as Mrs. McPike at Pioneer
Elementary School. My daughter has many fond memories of her from her time there when Susie worked there. Thinking and sending prayers to all, especially Tom, Colin, Kate and of course her Mama & sisters. Rest in peace sweet Susie.
Chris & Luna
April 3, 2025
One of the most vibrant, loving, caring, and empathetic humans I have known. We were all so lucky to have even experienced a touch of GiGis aura during our lives. I love seeing so much of that caring and empathy in Luna. We all carry a piece of that GiGi spirit with us. This house mourns and grieves for the loss, and also know that GiGi would want us to raise a glass of Chardonnay and party on in her name. Luna and I love you, the McPikes, and the Breslins so much.
Jamie Burger
April 2, 2025
To know Susie was to love her. She brightened every room she walked into. There is a huge hole in my heart, but I'm going to hang onto all of the wonderful memories I shared with her. You were one of a kind my sweet friend. I'm so glad you are dancing again. Love you forever and always.
Adrianne
April 2, 2025
Susie was one of the brightest spirits I´ve ever met. May her light shine bright for eternity! Thank you for touching my life by just being you.
Cindy (Swanson) Lang
April 1, 2025
She was such a sweet girl and so friendly! So sad!
Sue Brady Ardington
April 1, 2025
I met Susie in Mrs. Darling´s PE class at Washington Junior High. We were in a row of many Susan B´s. We wore Jc Penny blue coulotte jump suits. These had to be no more than 3 inches above the knee, and Mrs. Darling measured! We had to embroider our name on the pocket.
Susie had eyes and a smile that lit up the room. When I first started teaching Susie was working at a Nordstrom related store. I thought she won´t recognize me. It´s been too long, she was too popular. She rushed up to me, hugged me, and we had a wonderful encounter. Each time I interacted with her after that it was always the same.
Popular clearly meant BELOVED.
Shannie (Brinton) Jenkins
April 1, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Susie´s passing. I remember her and you kids fondly at South Bay Elementary. Your mom was always a shining light when she would walk through the doors. You are in my thoughts and prayers as I fill my heart with memories of beautiful Susie
Steve Rees
March 31, 2025
Susie was a classmate at Washintom Jr. High and Olympia HS. She was a fellow teacher and a friend I wish I had spent more time with. Rest in Peace.
Evelyne Hendricks
March 31, 2025
Suzie and I danced together for Easterns dance team. She was a spark! Kind, funny and dedicated to dance. Rest in peace, Suzie.
Pat Turner
March 30, 2025
Susie´s passing has left a hole in my heart. Our friendship covered many decades with numerous wonderful times spotted throughout them. She will be greatly missed. Her abundant energy will live on in me every time I think about her and she will always bring a smile to my face. She never got me to dance, but that´s ok because Susie danced enough for both of us.
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