Fredricka “Suzie” Desilet, 77 of Independence, MO passed away August 28, 2020. Visitation will be 10-11a.m. Wednesday, September 2, 2020 with Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church 2200 N. Blue Mills Rd., Independence, MO. Burial at New Salem Cemetery.
Suzie was born October 11, 1942 in Concordia, KS to Leroy & Betty (Erhardt) Alford. She was a grade school teacher for 32 years. Suzie was a member of St. Joseph the Worker for more than 50 years. She loved to read.
Suzie was preceded in death by her parents.
Suzie is survived by her husband Larry; daughter: Linda Desilet-Smith & husband Scott; son: David Desilet; grandson: Aryk Smith; granddaughter Kyra Smith and several nieces and nephews.
Arrangements: Royer’s New Salem, Independence, MO 816-796-8600
Marsha (James) Fahey
3 Sep 2020I remember when I was a little girl, I wished that Suzie could be my teacher. She was so smart, kind, patient and so, so very sophisticated. I would always ask her so many questions when we got to see each other at our large family gatherings. I’m sure I was really a pest.
RIP my cousin, Suzie.
Nora (Stallbories) Martin
3 Sep 2020May God Bless and Comfort you at this time of loss. I have many fond memories of Mrs. Desilet. She always made me feel welcomed and special at her home as a child, later in life a warm smile or hug. and I will never forget her letting me grade papers…. My heart and prayers go out to Linda, Larry and David.
MARY BEDWELL
3 Sep 2020I just learned of Suze’s passing and I am so sorry for your loss. Suzie and I were active in IRA together and had so many good times on the trips that we took to conventions. Please know that the memories that I have of those times are so cherished and I remember her fondly. I remember shopping for sweatshirts for Linda and David when we were in Toronto and Suzie almost not making that flight home. Thinking of all of you and wishing you peace.
Allison carnes
3 Sep 2020So sad about hearing about her passing. I hadn’t seen Suzie in awhile since the shutdown but I have enjoyed doing her hair these past years. She was always a joy to have in the salon. She brighten my day and also all the other girls in the salon. She was so thoughtful and caring. I actually still have a Harry Potter keychain on my keys she bought me because she saw it and remembered I love Harry Potter. Will miss her!
Michelle Smith
3 Sep 2020So very sorry to hear about Mrs. Desilet’s passing. She was a great lady, smart and kind. My sympathies to Larry, David and Linda.
Paul Given
4 May 2021Mrs Desilit was my 1st,2nd, and 3rd grade teacher at Oldham Elementary School. She is responsible for my love of reading, math, writing, and generally how to be a good person. She absolutely helped mold my successful life that I have achieved. I have fondly thought of her over the years and have used the numerous things she taught me daily more than any other teacher I ever had. Just wanted to write this even though its late to let her family know how much she was loved by this student