Lakeville: Susan Jo Thomas, age 78, of Lakeville, NY peacefully passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville, NY. She was predeceased by her parents, Pat and Majorie Essler. She is survived by her loving husband, Yale “Skip” Thomas, brother, Robert (Dottie) Essler, daughter, Stacy (Robert) Jones, sons, Todd (Kimi) Hyde, and Andy (Natalia) Thomas, and many grand and great-grandchildren.
Sue was born on August 27, 1946, and graduated from the Livonia Central School. She lived in Lakeville her entire life, where she raised two children. She worked at the Conesus Lake Nursing Home for many years and at the Livonia Central School, where she retired. Sue enjoyed camping, playing euchre, and any type of activity that involved her being with friends and family. She was a very generous and caring woman, that all will miss.
There will be no calling, a private service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601, or by calling 1-800-272-3900 or to the Golisano Children’s Hospital, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642 To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dear Skip and family,
We were saddened to learn of your beautiful Sue’s passing . We remember her with fondness ….always so friendly and caring while we taught at Livonia. We will smile every Christmas as we remember her as Mrs. Santa Claus accompanying you, Skip , as Santa and the smile on the children’s faces when you arrived at the Primary school for a visit. She was truly a gift !!
We send our sympathy and prayers to you and the family and will hold her in our hearts. God Bless.
Dave and Mary Jo Dussault