Susan Mary (Cotner) Fields
Susan Mary (Cotner) Fields passed away on September 7th, 2026 at her home in Lincoln County, Missouri.
Susan was a former Master Gardener at the Missouri Botanical Garden, where her passion for plants and nature touched many lives. Her personal gardens and plants brought her immense joy throughout her life. She was also a survivor of both breast cancer and leukemia.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 57 years, Jerry Fields, as well as her parents and one of her brothers.
She is survived by her children; Richard (Holly) Fields, Michael Fields, Jennifer (Steve) O’laughlin, and Diana (Ben) Esslinger, bonus son – Tom (Diane) Wilson; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; her surviving siblings and many dear friends.
Visitation: 9:30 – 11:00 am October 3rd, 2026 at Sacred Heart Church – 100 Thompson Dr., Troy, Mo 63379
Memorial Service: 11:00 am October 3rd, 2026 at Sacred Heart Church – 100 Thompson Dr., Troy, Mo 63379
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Susan’s honor to either Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research or the Missouri Botanical Gardens.
Susan ( Mom ) to me after I married Jennifer It just rolled off my tongue it was both given & accepted by her naturally. Sue was a kind hearted giving soul who’s grand & great grandkids were the light of her life. She loved her gardening. I feel truly blessed to have gained her as a mother figure. She was loved & will be missed by all.🕊️