Susan D. Derusha, age 57, of Green Bay, passed away Saturday July 8, 2017 at the Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, WI.
Susan was born January 2, 1960, in Marquette, MI, the daughter of Keith and Bonnie (Summers) Lancour.
She was a 1978 graduate of the Rapid River High School. Following graduation, she attended cosmetology school in Escanaba. In 1980, she met her husband, Garry Derusha in Escanaba. Susan was united in marriage to Garry on August 14, 1982 at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Escanaba. Together they had two children, Justin and Sarah. When Garry joined the military, they traveled as a family across the states of Florida, Michigan, Alaska, South Dakota, and all together finally returned to Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Susan’s love for children had her providing in home child care from base to base. The years of experience grew into her assistant director position at Kindercare where she spent 10 years. Since her retirement, Garry and Susan have enjoyed numerous trips around the country. Her favorite vacation spot was Walt Disney World in Florida.
Susan was very talented at crafting, especially sewing and scrapbooking. She loved reading her grandchildren books and spoiling them every chance she got. Susan loved the holidays, with Christmas being her favorite. She would spend hours decorating the most beautiful red and white Christmas tree. The smile she got from giving a gift was always bigger than anything she could have received.
In addition to her loving husband of 34 years, Garry, she is survived by:
1 Son: Justin (Dee Fenske) Derusha of Green Bay, WI
1 Daughter: Sarah (Jeremy) McCoy of Green Bay, WI
1 Brother: Adam (Kim) Lancour of Escanaba, MI
1 Sister: Sharon (Shawn) Cassidy of Gladstone, MI
3 Grandchildren: Brayden, Ava, and Colton McCoy of Green Bay, WI
Father-In-Law and Mother-In-Law: Lawrence and Geraldine (Fillion) Derusha of Escanaba, MI
Brother-In-Law: Phil Derusha of Lake Havasu, AZ
Sister-In-Law: Debra (Anthony) “Derusha” Fudala of Escanaba, MI
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
And Best Friends: Jeff and Kay Winkler
In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by:
Step-Mom: Dorothy Lancour
Brother: Tom Lancour
Susan’s family will receive friends on Thursday, July 13, 2017 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Escanaba. Mass of Christian Burial will follow visiting hours at 12:30 PM at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Escanaba with Rev. Fr. Fran DeGroot officiating. Luncheon will follow in the St. Anne Parish Hall. Skradski Family Funeral homes of Delta County are assisting the Derusha family.
Debbie mokszycke - Escanaba, Mi
Garry and family I was shocked when I read Sue had passed away im so sorry for your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you
Dorothy Martin - Katy, TX
I am so terribly sad to hear of Sue’s passing. I pray for comfort for Garry and their children and grandchildren, as well as the extended family and friends. She is with our Lord and in perfect health now, so she is smiling down on all of you.
Steve Corden - Rapid River, MI
Garry my heart goes out to you and your family. Haven’t stayed in touch but will always remember all the fun we had. God bless you family
Tina and Jeff Hammond - Medical Lake, WA
We are so sad to hear about Sue’s passing. Sue was just amazing. You didn’t have to know her for very long to know she was fun, kind, and loving. Garry, Justin, Sarah, and family, we want you to know we are thinking about you and sending hugs.
Anita, Matt & Thomas Sevcik - Green Bay, Wi
Garry & family. Sue was the assistant director at my son Thomas’ daycare in Green Bay. We connected on so many levels as I’m an Escanaba girl too. We loved her! Her passion and love for children and life itself was amazing. May God and his angels comfort you during this time.