Obituaries

Susan Audrey Buckley (Cuzzocrea) born in Penticton B.C in 1948, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2018 at the age of 69.

Susan

• Mar 15, 2018
  Dear Jack, Steve, Genee, Linelle and JP. Gary and I want to extend our deepest sympathies to you all during this most difficult time. There is no question that Susan touched so many different people in so many different ways. She has been an incredible friend to me for close to 25 years. She was a mentor, a boss, a friend and then she called me sister. The emptiness in my heart at losing my sister is, well, awful. What makes it manageable is recalling the spirit of all that Susan represented as you all surrounded her with devotion, love and caring. There was no doubt in her mind of the love her family had for her. Gary and I wish you all peace in your heart remembering your most remarkable Wife and Mother Susan. Rest In Peace, hope you're driving a fast car in heaven!
  
  Gary and Laura Madge.
• Mar 15, 2018
  Dear Jack and Family, We are blessed to have known Susan both through Coop and as golfers and curlers in Kelowna. Susan's spirit, determination and joyous attitude will always lighten the darkest of corners; and there is a dark corner in our world since her passing. She inspired me to pursue my dreams, to be brave, and to cheer for the underdog - my career choices were inspired by her influence, as were many women whose lives she touched. We will miss her laughter, her humor, her swing, courage and friendship - she was ferocious. Yvette and Bear.
• Mar 15, 2018
  It has been a few days since we have learned of Susan's passing. We have all been sharing stories and even people who never worked along side her have either said
  
  " I have heard of her before " or " I wish I knew her" I am proud to say she was a friend and co worker. She was always supportive of me and my choices both personally and professionally. Gone far too young and will never be forgotten.
  
  Rest in Peace
  
  Shelley Kuykendall
• Mar 15, 2018
  So sorry to hear of her passing. We worked with her at Co-op she always treated everybody fairly. It was a pleasure working with her. She will be missed for sure. Praying for the family.
  
  Linda & Randy Shultz
• Mar 14, 2018
  Jack & Family,
  
  Susan was my first mentor as I was starting my career as a young leader at Calgary Co-op. I looked up to her and admired her like no other. I had no idea she was ill, as we lost touch when she retired, my heart is broken. This woman was a trailblazer and a feminist, and everyone whose life she touched is better for it. Much love and support to her family through this difficult loss.
  
  Sherry Warrington
• Mar 14, 2018
  Some of my finest memories from Co-op are working side by side with Susan Buckely. I feel truly blessed to have been given this time with her. Always smartely dressed, the click of her heels, her infectious laugh, the scent of her perfume, moves me to tears to think of her gone. Susan could bring you up even if you were not down. I was never more inspired during, and even after working with Susan. Difficult to describe in words for me, but if I had to pick a word it would be "magical" . My deepest and sincere condolences to Jack, the family, and to all who knew and loved her.
  
  Ralph Rauch
• Mar 14, 2018
  Such a classy lady..full of laughter..love and light..She led the way for so many women to follow in our company. She was well respected.. and it was a privilege. .to learn from her. Rest in peace. I hope you know..how much you mattered..
  
  Sleep well
  
  Vicki Graham
• Mar 14, 2018
  So sorry to hear of Susan's passing. My thoughts are with you Jack & family. Susan was my centre manager at Co-op. Susan was one of a kind, very wonderful lady and was always there for us, she didn't hesitate to jump right in & help us in the deli, bakery or wherever help was needed. I can remember several cold winter days Susan would be carrying out peoples groceries in her high heels & wearing a dress. RIP Susan, you will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing you.
  
  Brenda Nielsen
• Mar 14, 2018
  Susan, amazing lady! She was a great manager! She will be really missed by all the coworkers worked with you at Coop.
  
  May Sum
• Mar 14, 2018
  So sorry for your loss. Susan taught me a lot and was a great mentor to myself and many others. She brought out the best in you and will be truly missed. It was a true pleasure to have known and worked with her.
  
  Diana Rochon
  
  
• Mar 14, 2018
  Knowing Susan and having the privilege of working with her over the years is one of my fondest Co-op memories. She was always a joy to be around. She will be missed, but thought of often and those memories will bring a smile to my face. God Bless. Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.
  
  Teresa and Andrew Tapp
• Mar 14, 2018
  I had Susan as a Co-op Centre Manager twice - tough as nails but fair as fair could be. You always knew she was coming because you would hear her trade mark heals on the approach! Susan was a true "roll up your sleeves and get in there" manager and was widely respected for that. Susan loved to travel and one of my favourite memories was when she told me about and performed for me her invented language. She found it easier to baffle street vendors with a language that no one knew rather than tell them no. Funniest thing ever! Hard to imagine a power house like that gone. My thoughts are with her family.
  
  Julie Karish
• Mar 14, 2018
  Susan was the best boss I ever had. I will always hold her in very high regard. My heart goes out to her family for this tragic loss.
  
  Carolyn Gronlund
• Mar 14, 2018
  So sorry for your loss, Jack and family. Susan and I were contemporaries in our careers at Co-op. She successfully rose the corporate ladder but always extended a helping hand to those behind her. Susan was a role model....second to none. When this news came to me on Vancouver Island I was stunned. I know her loving memory will sustain you as the days and weeks go by. She was very much loved and respected by the many, many lives she touched. And now she has earned her peace....rest well, my friend!
  
  Arlene King
• Mar 14, 2018
  I am so sorry to hear this. Susan & I met through Co-op then we became friends. Her laugh was amazing, her work ethic was what she wanted from us. She was too young to pass my heart breaks for the family. She will be remembered by so many & always in our hearts. Another sad day here on this earth. AMEN, CANCER SUCKS.
  
  Iris Boutwell & family - prayers with all of you
  
  
• Mar 13, 2018
  Our condolences to all of Susan's family. We have so many fond memories of working with Susan. Susan was a mentor and a true trail blazer for so many of us at Calgary Co-op. We had many conversations and laughs over the years. Susan had a huge impact on so many of us and will be missed. One of my favourite memories was having to call Susan at 4 am for an emergency at the store and she showed up with her hair perfect, her lipstick on, outfit pressed and the only thing missing was her high heels at 4:45 in the morning! RIP Susan you were one of a kind xx.
  
  Susan and Greg Walters
• Mar 13, 2018
  Jack, sorry to hear about Sue, she was a mentor to Kassie and a lot of other co-op employees. I hope you can find peace in the realization that you and her were meant to be together and some day will meet again and continue your journey. God bless. Brian Kunkel and family.
• Mar 13, 2018
  I am very saddened to hear the news. It was a pleasure working with Susan in so many different capacities together at Co-op. She will be missed.
  
  Stuart Cantrill
• Mar 13, 2018
  So sorry for your loss, loved working with her.
  
  Kirsten Paterson
• Mar 13, 2018
  Dear Jack and Family: With deep sorrow I learned about Susan's passing. It was a great opportunity and pleasure to work with her. She was my role model for all those years I knew her. Susan's attitude, professionalism, high working standards and great sense of humour touched so many people around her. I will miss her dearly and will keep memories about this wonderful woman for the rest of my life.
  
  Olga Greenwell
• Mar 13, 2018
  Dear Jack and family, it is so sad to hear that you have lost the most important person in your life. I still can't believe that Susan is gone, she always was one of my favorite people to work with. I always made her laugh, every time, and when I needed help I could always count on Susan for it. She always looked great and always had a big smile on her face. You always knew when she was coming as we could always hear her and her perfume. You will be missed a lot, I will always remember you never will I forget of you.
  
  Pasquale Muto
  
  
• Mar 13, 2018
  So sorry to hear of Susan's passing. Jack my thoughts are with you and your family-----Joe Numada.
• Mar 13, 2018
  Dear Jack & Family,
  
  I am so truly sorry to hear of Susan's passing. I have known Susan for over 30 years - as she hired me at coop at the age of 16. She was a wonderful woman, spoke so highly of her family always, and was one of the most respected people I ever knew.
  
  My children loved coming into work to see her and her beautiful smile and her endless hugs, that always made their day (not to mention her high heels that my daughters were always in awe over).
  
  I loved working with her, loved having her in my life as a mentor and loved having the privilege of calling her a friend. She made me laugh daily and was always there with a kind word, honest advice and a loving hug. She will always be lovingly & fondly remembered for a multitude of amazing qualities. My life is far richer for having known her.
  
  My love & prayers are with all of you.
  
  Sincerely,
  
  Tamatha Ogilvie & family
• Mar 13, 2018
  Dear Jack and family:
  
  So sorry to hear of Susan's passing, but she is finally at peace. Susan always exuded energy and love of life; even when she became seriously ill she could still laugh and smile. She excelled in everything she attempted and will be missed.
  
  Our sincere condolences,
  
  Dieter & Gisela
• Mar 12, 2018
  While in California we received the sad news of Susan's passing. I knew Susan from curling and we shared a Dec. 27 Birthday. Susan's vibrant spirit and zest for life will be missed. Our most sincere condolences to you Jack and family.
  
  Laura Metcalf & Norm Felty
• Mar 12, 2018
  So very sorry to hear about Susan. We met through the Tues. night curling league and I found her to be so friendly, outgoing and always fun to be around. She will be missed by her many friends in the club.
  
  Judy MacKenzie
  
  
• Mar 12, 2018
  Truly a very nice person, I also met Susan and Jack through curling. She was a joy to talk to. You meet many people through activities and Susan will be remembered for sure. Take care Jack. Rick Smith.
• Mar 12, 2018
  We certainly agree with Jim and Lorne's comments but some friends may not know of Susan's enviable Texas Holdum poker skills. Impressive, indeed.
  
  Jack, our prayers are with you.
  
  Regards,
  
  Jim and Sylvia
• Mar 12, 2018
  So sorry to learn of Susan's passing. My thoughts are with you, Jack, and your family.
  
  Sincerely ...Brian Harms
• Mar 12, 2018
  Truly saddened to hear of Susan's passing. I had the pleasure of curling with her in some mixed bonspiels and in addition to being a very fine curler she was one of the nicest people you could ever meet. Taken from us much too early.
  
  Thinking of you Jack in this trying time and wish you the all the best.
  
  Jim Willox
• Mar 12, 2018
  I met Susan through curling and got to know her tremendous spirit, drive and commitment. She will be truly missed by those that had the fortune of meeting her and getting to know her.
  
  Lorne Buna

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