Still missing our phone calls and her special laugh. Will always have a place in my heart. Beautiful memories.

I was so sad to hear today of Sue's passing. She was my special education professor at UIowa in the early 90s. Now, as a doctoral student, I realize what a positive impact she and John had on the field of special education. I remember every shade of purple and how lovingly she spoke of her son, Chris. I was proud to know her.

Dear Chris: I'm sorry to read of the loss of your mother Sue just today in the Gazette obituaries. She and I were second-cousins. Her father Wilmer Hamre was a first-cousin to my mother DeLora Johnson (nee Eng) from Utica.

Dear Chris,

Dear Chris-

My deepest sympathy on the death of your mother. Sue was my colleague at the University of Iowa. From the beginning Sue was very gracious, fun, and professional in her interactions with all of us. I am wearing purple today in her memory. I know that she always told me she "owned the color", but when I wear it, I remember her passion for the color and the Barbie Dolls! Who could forget the Barbie dolls!

May you be comforted by the good memories we have of her and your father as you move forward in life. They were always so very proud of you.

Fondly,

Leslie Schrier

I worked at Huntington Place many years ago and took care of Sues mother, Mary Hamre. I have so many good memories of Sue, she loved her mother and was always there for her. I admired her for her devotion. I remember her talking about her Barbie doll collection, her love for the Badgers, her admiration for her son Chris, and her genuine appreciation for all who took care of her mom. She will be missed.

Chris,

We have never met but I wanted to share that I am one of thousands of people who was impacted by the work of your parents and truly admired the difference they made in people's lives. What an example they set. So sorry for your loss.

It was a pleasure knowing you. Best wishes Chris and stay in touch.

Love

Pansy and Loup

I met Sue in 2007 while Sue and her husband John visited Poland to look for their family and places of birth of their ancestors.

Our meeting in Warsaw took few hours and it was a great time. We we talking about our ancestors and about family members. I found Sue was a wonderful person. The other thing I'm sure about is, that she was wonderful wife and great mother who could gave to her Dear Ones the best what a wife and a mother can give.

Now we need to keep in our hearts all goodness we could feel when we met with Sue, but only keeping the goodnes for ourselves would be not fair, so we have to share this goodness with other people and first of all with Family and Friends. Such moments are recalling me that we have to stay in touch with all family to learn about ourself and to support each other with advices and with love.

I'd like to give my condolences for Chris Nietupski and for Family and Friends.

Chris I wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this tough time. I remember visiting your house when we were in high school and was so amazed by your mom's Barbie collection, I couldn't believe how many she had! She and your dad were wonderful people and would always go out of their way to say hello when I would see them. Stay strong my friend. Natalie

Chris - I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's sudden passing. I like to think that Sue and John are together again. I am thinking of you and keeping you in my thoughts.

Just to know that Sue is up in heaven with so many other special people makes it comforting. Aunt Mary, Uncle Bill, My mom and dad and so many more. The gates to heaven have opened and welcomed with such honor. You will be missed at family reunion and always. May the lord be with you AMEN!

Chris- we are so sorry for your loss and will always remember Sue fondly. Your mom was a very special person to the whole Krogh family and I can't think of a time when she wasn't smiling or laughing. We enjoyed celebrating many holidays and special occasions with you both. Gavin was especially fond of Sue, and enjoyed all of the attention she gave him as well as walking to her house to visit the pumpkins or any decorations she had up. We will miss her very much.

Kelly, Mike, and Gavin

Chris-Truly sorry to learn of your Mom's death. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers....Sincerely, Jane E Sheller

Chris, I am so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your mother, Susan. She spoke lovingly of you often. I enjoyed singing with your mom in VOE. We had fun working together setting up the VOE parties. She was so good at that! All of her many friends at VOE and the Center will miss her bright smile, her cheerful upbeat attitude, her care and concern for others, her quick sense of humor, as well as her beautiful soprano voice. Susan will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Susan's Friend, Karol Bird

Chris: I am so sorry for our loss. Your Mother will be sadly missed . . .

Dear Chris,

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom! She was such a special person...very loving and caring! She was such a great support to me when Justin died and she will always hold a special place in my heart for being a lifeline when I needed it. I have such fond memories of your Mom and Dad at ball games, school events and especially of our trip to Florida to see you and Justin perform with the chorus! I know how your heart is hurting and wish there were words to bring you comfort. Hold tight to all the wonderful memories! I'm sure your Dad and Justin were waiting for her in Heaven along with so many other loved ones! Hugs!

Lynn Clayton

Chris, how do you sum up what your mother meant to me in just a few words. I smile when I remember the conversations with her( she did most of the talking) and I cry when I think of the conversations that we'll never have again. I learned so much from her about what's important in life, and for both of us it was family. You were the light of her life. My comfort comes in knowing that she's with your Dad and grandparents now, I can almost hear her laughing and your Grandma saying "now Susan". May all the memories you have comfort you each day. We all feel your loss, the world won't be the same without her infectious laugh and that beautiful smile. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Christopher, I do not have words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss - and mine. I have known your Mother since she was 4 yrs. old and the entire family has been my family all these years. I can't even count the endless hours we have spent together - the laughs, the tears, and the joy. She was one of a kind - one of the most wonderful people I have ever known. I will miss her as I have missed her parents and John. Love you and please keep in touch. You are all we have now.

Chris I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I know what your going through. I loved Sue like she was my own mom and she was not afraid to give me advise or give me a hug when I was having a bad day or just because she missed me lol. I found this poam and wanted to share it with you.

When I heard you had left us

I was simply blown away

How could that be possible?

We were just texting the other day.

Your dry wit and your humor

your 'grin' and bueteful smile

No one knew what you'd do next

You had one unique style!

Oh how I'd anticipate seeing you

Every Friday

How I waited for your chat.

Always there for everyone

So dependable, sincere

Kind, gentle and caring

Felt good to have you near.

So, my dear departed friend

I'll think of you each day

Peace and rest and comfort

I hope you've found today.

A very sad loss-Sue was always a voice of advocacy and dignity. My deepest condolences to her family and many friends.

Chris, We are saddened to learn of your mother's passing. Denny and I enjoyed bumping in to Sue at a local restaurant we frequented and catching up on our sons, (you and Bryan). Sharing stories and wondering about your futures. We are so glad to have had John and Sue a part of our lives and we cherish you and look forward to sharing your future. Thoughts and prayers for you. Love from Monica and Denny.

Sue was truly one of the most kind, generous, positive, and hilarious people I've ever known and she constantly showed all her family and close friends she loved us. I have so many great memories of being with Sue and they all involve laughter, as she had a special talent for finding the humor in about every situation. Sue gave me an endless supply of support and encouragement, even a place to live for over a year, but most of all she gave me the gift of unconditional love and friendship, put into action that has taught me what is most important in life.