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Susan Winner Obituary

Susan Michelle Winner

Susan Michelle Winner, 37, of Topeka, passed away at her home.

She was born on December 7, 1978 in Lawrence, Kansas the daughter of James G. and Mary C. "Colleen" (Fahrbach) Winner.

Susan was a graduate of the Superior School of Beauty in Cosmetology and was studying Criminal Justice at Washburn University where she was in her senior year.

She was a former member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Lawrence, Kansas.

Susan served in the U.S. Marines from 2007 to 2011 and spent two years stationed in Japan where she made some wonderful friendships.

She was a great athlete and participated in many sports. One of her favorite sports was playing fast pitch softball with the Lady Luck team. She also enjoyed kickboxing, horseback riding and archery as well and singing and playing the guitar.

Susan is survived by her parents, James and Mary Winner, a son, Robert Colton Kooser of Topeka, and a brother James B. (Melanie) Winner of Linwood, Kansas, and her dog "Freedom" with whom they shared unconditional love.

Susan's family will receive friends at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 2700 SE Virginia, on Monday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Military honors will follow the mass. Inurnment will be at a later date in the Winfield City Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Dog Day Afternoon Pet Ranch and Resort and sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, Kansas 66603.

Online condolences and fond memories may be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com.

Please sign this guestbook at Obituaries.LJWorld.com.
Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jul. 24, 2015.

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Katia Williams

February 19, 2016

It's with a heavy heart that I mourn the lost of a great woman. It is an extreme honor to have served alongside Susan while in iwakuni. And she is continually missed by all

Jim Walmsley

August 4, 2015

Greg, Coleen and Colton, words cannot express the great sorrow I feel for your loss. I feel extremely privileged, lucky and proud to have known Susan. She had a huge welcoming heart and her sense of humor was unique as well as unmatched. The memories I have of her will always be cherished as some of the best times of my life. I will always remember her and she will forever occupy a massive place in my heart and mind. All the best to the family.


Theres only one Susan Winner.

July 27, 2015

Dear Winner Family,
Susan was in school at St John with my children. There was no more perfect daughter than her. Such a joy she was to all who knew her.
My deepest sympahy to you all.
Laura Fix

Joyce Parker

July 27, 2015

Mary, James, & Colton,
I'm sorry & saddend for the loss of your dear Susan. May the love, grace, peace, and comfort of our Lord Jesus sustain you during this time and in the days ahead. You will remain in my prayers.
In sympathy,
Joyce Parker
Proverbs 3:5-6

Jeff Joh

July 27, 2015

Greg, Colleen and Colton, my deepest sympathies go out to you during this difficult time.

michelle Culbertson

July 27, 2015

Mary and James iam sooo sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time

Michelle Culbertson

July 27, 2015

Mary and James iam sooo sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time

Annie Gronbeck-Tedesco

July 26, 2015

Colleen, Greg and Colton- I am so very sorry for your loss. Susan was a huge part of my life at one time and I am deeply saddened by her passing. She had a wonderful smile and an infectious laugh that I will remember forever. She was a good friend to me and I'm glad our paths crossed when they did. My thoughts are with you.

July 26, 2015

Mary & James-- We were so sorry to hear about Susan passing away. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. God be with all of you during this difficult time.
Greg & Dee Pierson

Amanda Wagens

July 26, 2015

Sorry about your loss of a wonderful person. May god bless you and your family.

Duane and Cheryl Wilmes

July 26, 2015

Colton, Greg and Colleen: Susan was like our second daughter. We watched her grow up from the time she was in junior high school. She brought a lot of laughter to our home. She will be missed but never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mark & Shanon Marks

July 25, 2015

Coleen and Greg, We are shocked and saddened by Susan's passing. Our prayers of grace and mercy are with you and your family.

Doris Fitzpatrick

July 24, 2015

Colleen and Gregg: I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your daughter. I just wanted to send my condolences. May God be with you .

Meg Givens

July 24, 2015

I am so sorry to lose you so soon on this journey of life, Susan. I am grateful for the gift of your friendship over the years and your big, beautiful heart. May you now have found peace and joy. You will be missed. To the Winner family, I am so sorry for your great loss. I will plan to be at the service to give my condolences in person.

Angela Shuckahosee

July 24, 2015

To all of Susan's family- there is nothing I can say to ease the pain of losing Susan. We are all feeling the loss. She was a contagious spirit and I was very lucky to have spent a lot of time with her before I moved 13 years ago. But she will always be here with us. I am so very sorry for your loss.

b hendrix

July 23, 2015

god bless you

Tara Spriggs Glanton

July 23, 2015

Greg and Colleen,
We are so saddened by your loss. May you find strength in faith, family, and friends to get you through this difficult time. We love you.

Maria Shuckahosee

July 23, 2015

Colleen and family: I know my parents would want to send their condolences - I remember you all well growing up. I am so sorry to hear about Susan - on behalf of my family and I. Wishing you all strength at this time.

Patricia D.

July 23, 2015

Rest peacefully, Susan. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. Semper Fidelis.

Linda Gudenkauf

July 23, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers!!!!

Stacy (McManness) Gerber

July 23, 2015

May you rest in peace my friend. Memories back to Junior High up until talking about Military experiences. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Julie Lowrance

July 23, 2015

Colleen & Greg: I was so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Colton. My heart goes out to you all.

Jessica (Boling) Bogren

July 23, 2015

I have so many memories of you, and they all make me smile. Thanks for being a great sister on the ball field and a good friend in life. Rest peacefully and free you wild child.

July 23, 2015

RIP-Susan, Kristy Grimmett-Escobar

Laurie Doud

July 23, 2015

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. I cannot imagine the unbearable pain you are feeling right now. Susan will be playing softball in heaven with the best. Big hug to you.

Chris Lazzarino

July 23, 2015

Colleen and family: Sending you my deepest condolences, and prayers that you'll be able to find peace and comfort surrounded by the love of those close to you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, Colleen. -- Lazz

Marti Boling

July 22, 2015

Rest peacefully in Christ Susan.

Angela Barnhart (Wilmes)

July 22, 2015

I'm signing in! This is a hello and I can not wait till the day I meet you again. Bless your sweet soul, my beautiful best friend! May you rest in peace! My deepest sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Greg Winner and Colton

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