Susan Elizabeth
Guenther
Susan Elizabeth Guenther
September 15, 1943 – October 7, 2024
Susan Elizabeth Guenther passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 7th at her home in Franklin, WI. Susan was the sister of Robert “Bob” (Jo Ellen) Guenther, Thomas (Patti) Guenther, Sr. and is further survived by Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, many dear friends and her beloved cats, Lizzy & Ellie. Preceding her in death were her parents, Robert C. and Elenore E. Guenther.
After graduating from the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, Susan moved to Chicago where she briefly worked at St Luke’s hospital in the food service department. She moved to Milwaukee and began her career at Wisconsin Electric Company where she worked in their food service department, and eventually became director of the department. After over 20 years of loyal service, she moved on. Susan began to search for a new job and it ended up being a blessing as she found her dream job at Reiman Publications’ Taste of Home magazine working as a recipe tester.
Susan enjoyed sports, whether it was playing tennis or golf or watching them on TV. She also was a huge fan of both Badgers football and the Green Bay Packers. Susan also enjoyed watching a good horse race on TV and could be found every now and again doing a bit of gambling at Potawatomi Casino. She loved good old time Rock & Roll music of the 50s and 60s and would attend the theater whenever she had the chance, with “Guys and Dolls” being one of her favorites.
Susan was a free spirit who spoke her mind and had a personality which endeared her to others. She knew how to enjoy life and loved spending time with both family and friends especially the “Girls Club” A.K.A. “The Webco Girls”. She was a fantastic hostess, whether it was for a large celebration or an intimate gathering, Susan knew how to make the occasion special for everybody.
To those who were fortunate enough to have known her, Susan will be remembered as a kind, classy lady who was always ready to give of herself.
Susan loved cats and gave many a good and loving home over the years. If you would like to remember Susan with a memorial contribution, the family suggests your donation be made to a no-kill cat rescue of your choice.
In accordance with her wishes, no formal funeral services will be held.
A Celebration of Susan’s life will be held at a future date in Oshkosh, WI.
My condolences to the family. I pray for your peace and healing.
I knew Sue when we both worked at Wisconsin Electric. What a lovely, interesting person. My thoughts to her family. Keep your wonderful memories close.
I met Sue through my stepmother, Sandi Kowalski. They were dear friends. I enjoyed Sue’s conversations and she always thought of me with a WE Energies calendar or a TOH magazine. My sincere condolences to the family.
My sincere condolences to Susan’s family.
Susan and I met when she was a tester at Reiman Publications and I was the senior recipe editor. Susan and I both worked at Wisconsin Electric Power (WEPCO) early in our careers, but we didn’t know each other at that time. Susan had a wealth of food knowledge and loved to share her love of food. She was always willing to be challenged and learn. She was a quick and enthusiastic learner. While Susan did have an opinion on many things, she shared that concept, idea, or criticism in a such loving way. And, she always had this marvelous twinkle in her eyes.
Our friendship continued after our days at Reiman. We had lunch together occasionally and had no trouble catching up over food. Occasionally, my husband, Jim, would join us, and Susan welcomed him into the conversation.
I will dearly miss our time together, Until we meet again, I will keep fond memories of Susan making stollen at Christmas, playing cards with her friends, enjoying her cats, or curling up with a book. I lovingly celebrate her life and her friendship.
My sincere condolences in the loss of a dear friend. We worked together at the Boston Store from 1970-1981. Then Susan recruited me to join her at the Wisconsin Electric Company where she was my Boss. We enjoyed working together as a team & continued friendship.
We attended the Melody Top shows & we had many fun conversations & good cheers @ Knicks Knickabob.
All the things that we enjoyed included food shows, going out to eat in Chicago for pizza & would also go for Chinese Food.
We also shared fun at the horse races including her dear mother.
I’ve enjoyed the friendship over the years and hold the memories close to my heart.
May Susans family find peace & comfort at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ruth Kegel