Comments on: Susanne Troke

By: jmaizey

jmaizey — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 21:59:59 +0000

Susanne, though we had not seen or heard from each other since you and John were on the Isle of Wight, I remember our time together fondly.
I await the time when I will see that wonderful smile again.
John, you were/are a lucky man.

By: jmaizey

jmaizey — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 21:49:56 +0000

By: jberentzen

jberentzen — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 16:27:49 +0000

Even though we were oceans apart, Susanne always made me feel so special. She has been apart of my family and life since I was about 10-yrs-old. Our time together was limited because of the oceans, but every time I was with her she always called me her “little dear,” and had a warm smile and a hug for me. She would share stories about England and the things she held dear. I don’t know if she loved it as much as I did, but I loved hearing them. I loved hearing her weave the stories for me. I am so grateful for the love she had for me and for life. I am so blessed to be her “American Little Dear” and send my hugs, kisses, and loves across the ocean to her, and her family. xoxo

By: pumpkin66

pumpkin66 — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 12:49:59 +0000

Memories of our dear friend Susanne. I have so many. As well as giving me her love, she was very practical as well. I was moving into a new flat and it had very big windows which overlooked the path, so that everyone coming in only had to look up and they would see me. I searched everywhere for curtains that would fit, but to no avail. Susanne only went and lent me her best curtains , that she had made herself and were her favourites. She said I could borrow them for as long as I needed. (3 yrs). Susanne was there for me in sad times and happy times. When our dear friend Marion died, I suffered very badly with depression and did not want to leave the house, Susanne phoned me every couple of days for weeks and would spend ages just talking to me and listening with such patience , that I am sitting here crying now at the memory of it. However one of the phone calls had us in fits of laughter. I had put some potatoes in the oven to bake, unfortunately I forgot to pierce them and as I was on the phone to Susanne, they all blew up in the oven. The noise was so loud she could hear it on the other end of the phone. She said “Linda what on earth is happening”. I just carried on talking and said “oh don’t worry that was just my oven blowing up” We laughed hysterically. When I got engaged to Brian, I was straight on the phone to Susanne to share the news with her. She was always there for me, no matter what was happening in her life. I will never forget Susanne, as on my fridge there is a fridge magnet, which she gave to me, a wooden heart, which she painted and has a scripture on it which says ” A friend loveth at all times” Through the years I have often looked at it and it has immediately brought my lovely friend to my mind. She also one Christmas made me a Silver star mounted on a stick and gave it to me. I was feeling very low at the time, and she said to me, look at the star and remember the Saviour , and that he loves you. I kept that star for years until it broke, but it did not matter because in my minds eye I can still see that star and what it signifies to me. I will be eternally grateful for my friendship with Susanne and that she touched my life. I was given a poem when I was on my mission entitled ” I am glad I touched shoulders with you” and that is how I feel.
So sorry we cannot be Susanne’s funeral, I would be there in a heartbeat, but we are travelling to Cornwall that day, but we will be thinking of you all, and sending prayers and love your way.
Linda & Brian Suter-Comins

By: dantroke

dantroke — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 07:26:32 +0000

My thoughts of Susanne always bring back fond memories of my childhood growing up with Marie and Suzie in woodlands road. The “stay and play” dates at the police house through to performing ” I saw a mouse” for a church show and being hugged when we came off by Susanne. I will never forget Marie’s birthday to the theatre. We were treated to seats in a box. My first and only time. We were made to feel so special. I always envied Marie at the start of a new school year as Susanne would always write “Marie-Elizabeth” on her books and add a special flower. Susanne always went that extra mile to make people feel special and loved. I looked back on these memories and smile at the legacy she has left behind and am blessed to have known her through my childhood. And finally a small tradition she has instilled in me, without me realising it was down to her, until today, is that whenever I go to the theatre, I always take a box of maltesers with me. Looking back it was that trip to the theatre all those years ago when she produced a box of maltesers as a treat that to this day makes my trips to the theatre seem extra special. Thank you Susanne for my childhood memories. I am eternally grateful.

Katie Barrett (Posted on her behalf)

By: dantroke

dantroke — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 07:24:56 +0000

Susanne was a beautiful lady whose smile lit up the room. I remember as teenagers and young marrieds we would meet in a hall in London Road, Portsmouth. I have a photograph of Susanne and John holding a carry cot with the head of their fist born son, David, poking out over the top.
I also remember the dinner appointments we used to have with each other.
Susanne served as my Councillor on Stake Primary and she was always an inspiration.
She had such a calm and gentle manner that I would love to be able to develop.
Although I have not seen her for quite some time I shall miss her and the world will be a sadder place without her.
Lots of love

Angie & Phil Herridge
Xxx
(Posted on their Behalf)

By: britwit123

britwit123 — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 22:16:00 +0000

I am so grateful for her example of mothering. I was rereading some journal entries from when she was our Institute teacher, and how she once changed the entire lesson to focus on being a good mother because I was having doubts. She simply mothered everyone, which was so much appreciated when I was far from home and family. Netley Marsh was my home too in many ways, the place where I felt more warmth than anywhere else at that time in my life. I will always be thankful for those late night talks and counsel as I worked my way through challenges and doubts. She was only 6 years older than me, but so much wiser in every way. So kind and warm, and hugs that enveloped you.

When I last saw Susanne, and we talked about her cancer and what was to happen next, it was hard to accept, and yet I knew in my heart that whatever happened was the right thing. That’s why I can’t complain at her passing, much as I would like her to stay. She knew where she was going, and had absolute faith in Jesus Christ. I hope she gets to talk to my sister, and guide her along the path that she guided me.

I love you Susanne, with all the choccy buttons I can hold in my hands and heart.

By: careyharris

careyharris — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 20:43:44 +0000

Susanne was one of the first persons to befriend me when I moved into Winchester. I have never forgotten the warm and generous person she is and really wish you all the warmth and love of the Spirit, which Susanne always emulated. Love to you all

By: dantroke

dantroke — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 19:07:05 +0000

My abiding memory of Susanne is her singing to us just before she started each of her lessons as our Gospel Doctrine teacher. Such a beautiful voice. Such a beautiful, serene woman.

Margaret Anne Curgenven (posted on her behalf)

By: trokopops

trokopops — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 17:13:37 +0000

My eyes are wet my heart is full, Thank you for always listening to me. I love you