Susan DeBarry
Susan Elizabeth DeBarry (nee Smiley) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 2nd, 2020, after her brave battle with metastatic breast cancer.
Survived by Michael James DeBarry, her husband of 32 years. Loving mother of Samantha (Joshua) Lange and Natalie DeBarry (Clayton Moellenbeck); loving Gigi to grandson Connor Kenneth; loving daughter-in-law of Jane Schmitt; dear sister of Cathy (Wence) Kveton, Nancy Smiley (Jim Garden), Maureen (Dave) Trott, Michael (Julie) Smiley and Peggy Disch; and sister-in-law of Steve (Theresa) DeBarry. Preceded in death by her parents Edith and Edward Smiley and father-in-law Richard Schmitt. Sue was an aunt, great-aunt and friend to many.
Sue enjoyed a 30-year career with Saint Louis University. She was an inspiration to all with her passion for life, loving spirit and sincere kindness. Sue brought so much joy to many.
Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Service on Saturday, August 29 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 6020 Old Antonia Road, Imperial, Missouri. All are welcome to join us following the mass for a Celebration of Life at Mastodon State Park pavilion.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests any contributions be directed to Susan G. Komen Missouri.
I miss my dear friend. My heart aches for all of you. May you find comfort in the memories of your times together.
Natalie,
I know what you are going threw and I pray for you and your family.
Sincerely,
Pam Favazza
Sue is loved and missed by many. I cherish the years of memories❤️
I can’t begin to express my feelings of loss about a wonderful wife and mother that I watched grow from a carefree teenager.
Out of our sight, but in our hearts forever. A brave warrior.
Kim
The sister of my heart. I was so lucky to have you and will miss you every day forever.
Cathy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Sister, Sue. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time!
I know how hard this is for all of you. Lifting you up in prayer for comfort, strength & healing. May you live in the hope that is found in Jesus.
Dear Family:
Our hearts go out to all of you as you watched Sue struggle with her battle with cancer. As you know her cousins Claudia and Karen also fought brave battles with cancer and we know they met Sue in Heaven.
We are all saying prayers for Michael, family and friends during this time and it is a blessing she was with all of you on this earth.
With Love,
Joyce, Bill & Gary
Sue was one of the kindest, most humble, and hardworking people I’ve ever been blessed to work with. Sue was an angel on earth and I know she’s in heaven now. I’m praying for Sue’s family and friends. May Sue’s indomitable spirit live on in each of us forever.
Sue was such a sweet lady and pleasure to work with. Always greeted me with a smile, and went out of her way to help with any weird request I sent her way. She had the kindest spirit, I will never forget her. Gone too soon!