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Susan Crandon Obituary
Crandon, Susan Kay, 70, left life on the earth for one with our Lord on March 1, 2013. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She had a very personal relationship with each member of her family. She was thought of as fun-loving, caring and completely interested in the lives of her children and grandchildren. Born in Kansas City on June 26, 1942, to Sue and Harry Gastel, she was raised in Pittsburg, KS and graduated in 1960 from St. Mary's Colgan High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Tom Crandon, on November 19, 1960 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Pittsburg. They were married 52 years and celebrated their 50th anniversary with a grand affair in Pittsburg in November 2010. She leaves behind her five children: Brent (Elizabeth) Crandon, Lawrence, KS, Jennifer (Shawn) Pryer, Jasper, MO, Paul (Christine) Crandon, Derby, KS, Matthew (Landie) Crandon, St. Charles, MO, Suzanne (Andrew) Scott Brisbane, Australia. She leaves behind twelve grandchildren: Lauren, Stephanie, and Erica (Brent), Lucas and Logan (Jennifer), Colston and Thomas (Paul), Andrew, Hudson, and William (Matthew), Matthew and Samuel (Suzanne). Sisters, Sally Thompson and Dianna Palos, and preceded in death by sister Leanne Brooks. The family will receive friends at St. Mary Catholic Church in Derby from 5-7 p.m., Friday, March 8th. A rosary will follow at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 9th, also at St. Mary Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, Building Fund, 2300 E. Meadowlark, Derby, Kansas 67037 or The Lord's Diner, 520 N. Broadway, Wichita, Kansas 67214. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. www.dlwichita.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Susan Crandon
Melissa Stockton
March 8, 2013
Matt, Suzy, and family,
I am so sorry for y'all's loss. Sue was such a lively spirit and always so kind to me. I am praying for all of you as I know that each of you had such a special relationship with her. ((Hug)) from Alabama.
Mary Lou Shawver
March 7, 2013
I am so sad to learn of Susan's passing. I will always remember how much fun she was, even though I didn't get to see her very often. My prayers to you and your family for God's peace and love.
Russ & Carol Beeson
March 7, 2013
Bret and Elizabeth our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God's Blessings!
Lori Rudisill Faucett
March 7, 2013
Tom and family, please accept my consolences. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Daniel Smith, OD
March 6, 2013
Brent and Elizabeth, I am deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your immediate family.
March 6, 2013
Tom and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Susan was one of a kind and will be missed by many.
She always made me feel welcome. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sandy Brooks Post
Lori May
March 6, 2013
So sorry to hear this news. Susan was a wonderful lady. Prayers have been said to help comfort you during this difficult time.
Hugs to the family!
Carla Hamilton
March 6, 2013
Matt, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I know it's a very difficult time for you all, and I will add you and your family to my prayers.
Terre Kirk-Knoll
March 6, 2013
Tom, I am sorry to hear this news. Susan was always beautiful, fun and funny, and never never boring. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.
Carol Danielson
March 5, 2013
Dear Jennifer and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your mother's sweet spirit will live on in your hearts and minds forever! Asking the God of all comfort to bless you with His Peace!
With Love & Sympathy, The Danielson's
March 5, 2013
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Debi & Rod Waggoner
Patty Herrenbruck
March 5, 2013
Thoughts and prayers with you,and family.
Patty Herrenbruck
Chris's sister
Cheryl-Ann Fogle
March 5, 2013
My sympathies and prayers to the family. May your hearts stay filled with loving memories.
March 4, 2013
Dear Susan, You graciously welcomed me to your family 24 years ago and embraced me as one of your own. I am thankful to have you for a mother in law. I'll miss your smile and words of wisdom on family and life!
Love Always, Elizabeth
Kim Hett
March 4, 2013
Tom and kids; we love you so much and will miss Sue. I have such great memories of walking to your house after elementary school at Swaney, hanging out with all of the "old farts" while they played cards or went out, etc. (too many to post). I'll see you this weekend. Lots of Love!!!
Kimmy, Chris, Gehrig and Gracie Hett
Rebecca Graves Lowman
March 4, 2013
Sending lots of love and prayers to the entire family!
March 4, 2013
Tom, you have my deepest sympathy. Barbara Smith
Logan Pryer
March 3, 2013
Gram you will be missed by all who new you! I can't wait to see you again someday. Im not sure if we can watch Home Alone in heaven together, but I sure hope we will be able to.
Love,
Logan and Jana
March 3, 2013
Leavon and I wish to offer our deepest sympathy and most sincere condolences to the Crandon family on the passing of Susan-- beloved wife, mother and grandmother. We know she will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.
We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and grant you all the Peace that passeth all understanding.
Love and best wishes.
Don & Leavon Ladner
Welsh, Louisiana
Aunt Susan stopped by while I was in labor with my first son Stevie Dean. So special to hug her on this momentous day. November 4, 2007
Anna Jackson
March 3, 2013
Anna Jackson
March 3, 2013
Dear Aunt Susan, my memories of you are endless. One of my favorites will always be the week I spent with you one summer when I was about 9. We watched Andy Griffith, spied on your kids on the playground with binoculars and delivered Meals on Wheels. You are one special lady who will always have a place in my heart. I love you. Love, Anna
Aunt Susan and Brent with the Palos-Jackson family celebrating the birth of Kostas Ray Jackson. April, 2010
Anna Jackson
March 3, 2013
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