Susan Lee Richardson
September 1, 1946 – October 30, 2020
A private service will be held for the family at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home, followed by interment at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park – South. An open house to celebrate Susan’s life and visit with her family will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2020 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM at 8189 Buck Ave., Galesburg, MI 49053. The family kindly requests face masks be worn, and social distancing guidelines followed.
Obituary
Age 74, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2020 at home with her sister by her side. Susan was born in Oakland, California on September 1, 1946, the daughter of the late Clayton L. and Myrtle E. (Brown) Richardson. Susan’s family moved to Spokane, Washington during her childhood and would eventually move to Michigan in 1955 where she resided in Kalamazoo for the rest of her life. She was a 1964 graduate of Loy Norrix High School. Susan began working for the Gilmore Company right after high school and remained a faithful employee until its closing in 1999. She retired from Greenleaf Hospitality Group in the spring of 2019. Susan was a loyal fan of the K-Wings Hockey team and a season ticket holder for the past 45 years. She was very fond of animals and especially loved her feline companions, Sasha and Nadia. Susan is survived by her only sister, Myrna Rae Richardson and fourteen cousins, J. Michael, Maurice, Patrick and Jeffrey Brown, Karen Takahashi, Stephanie Ingwaldson, Jerry and Fred Nanson, Sylvia Wolfe, MaryLee Helton, Diana Eickerman-Hoffman, Randy and Jerry Eickerman and Jim Richardson; as well as a host of close friends and good neighbors. A private service will be held for the family at Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home, followed by interment at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park – South. An open house to celebrate Susan’s life and visit with her family will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2020 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM at 8189 Buck Ave., Galesburg, MI 49053. The family kindly requests face masks be worn, and social distancing guidelines followed. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the West Michigan Cancer Center or Kalamazoo Optimist Hockey Association or that you do not vote for Donald Trump. The family would like to extend their appreciation to Dr. Anna Hoekstra and her staff for the compassion and care they gave to Susan to make the final days of her life better.
Susan was one of the sweetest people I’ve known. Big Heart! R.I.P.
Sue was the woman who welcomed everyone into the Radisson Hotel fitness center. She was friendly to all of us, asking about our families and our interests. I especially remember her kindness to my husband when he was diagnosed with cancer. And I enjoyed her enthusiasm for the K Wings!
Sue was a kind and thoughtful person with a precious and quick sense of humor. I have known her for years, but have not seen her since 2006. I remember her well and grieve her passing as she was one of the good ones. Until later my friend. Rest in peace!
Sue will be greatly missed by all of the K-Wings hockey family. She will aways be remembered as one of the most loyal and dedicated season ticket holders. I had the pleasure of getting to know Sue over the last five years and she was a wonderful person.
Rest in Peace, Sue. I have fond memories of our Quota adventures over the years!
Many fond memories of Sue at hockey games home and away game adventures, baseball games in Battle Creek. So many laughs and much loved shared between Sue and my mom/dad for many years. Rest in peace now Sue. Who am I kidding, load up the van, you are up there having a good ol time, hockey shenanigans and baseball bloopers with many of your friends.
Sue was one of my favorite memories of going to the Gym at the Hotel Downtown. She always had a snarky way of making me laugh. Great spirit, and wonderful smile. Many blessings to her family.
I didn’t know Sue well but I knew her from the athletic club and she was always so welcoming and kind. I recall her wonderful sense if humor. Condolences to her family and to all who loved her.
Sue was a such a sweet person to get to know as a friend. She always had a way to make you smile. You will be missed dearly. Rest in peace
Remembering all the fun times we had while I worked at Gilmore Bros with her. And especially being in our wedding. Best friend ever.
Sue was always a very warm and friendly backer to me during my hockey days with the K-Wings. She was supportive and knowledgeable about all things hockey and quick to share her thoughts on what the team should be doing. Thank you Sue for your support of me and the Kalamazoo Wings for 45 years. Keep on cheering Sue.
In my twelve years working with the K-Wings, Sue was one of the best fans to walk into Wings Stadium. She was always cordial and would have a smile that made me feel great….whether the team was winning or losing. In the long history of the franchise, there was a select group of people whose support was unparalleled. Sue was in that group. We also shared many stories of growing up in Milwood and going to Loy Norrix High School. Rest in peace, Sue. You brought joy to many people throughout your life.