Susan Dohrmann

Susan Jane Dohrmann, age 75, of Fayette, Iowa died on June 24, 2017 warmly embraced by family and friends. 

She is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, William B. Dohrmann, and their children, Ann Dohrmann (Matt Maruggi), Jane Dohrmann (Don Anderson), Tom Dohrmann (Nayantara Mukerji), grandchildren Hope Dohrmann Anderson, Benjamin Dohrmann Maruggi, Sofia Dohrmann Maruggi, Ishan Dohrmann, and Ila Dohrmann. 

Additional surviving family members include her sister Linda Ellis (William Ellis), brother Albert “Sparky” Duroe (Suzanne Duroe), brother-in-law Boyd Dohrmann (Irene Dohrmann), numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and a lifetime of friends.  

She was preceded in death by her parents Alvina and Collingwood Duroe and parents-in-law Fern and Bernard Dohrmann.

Susan Jane Duroe was born in Des Moines and moved with her parents to Jesup in 1955.

Sue graduated from Jesup High School and Iowa State University, majoring in Home Economics with a minor in Math. She later earned a Master of Counseling degree from Pittsburg State University (while raising three children).  

She worked as a teacher, guidance counselor, and administrator (serving as Director of School-Based Youth Services) for over 30 years. Sue was truly passionate about helping all children receive the guidance, support, and nurturance they deserve.

Sue cared deeply about her friends and community. She was a member of the Tri Delta Sorority, the PEO Sisterhood, United Methodist Women, and First United Methodist Church of Fayette.  Sue taught Sunday School for over 25 years and played a leadership role on various committees in her congregation.  

She volunteered at Maple Crest Manor, with Meals on Wheels, and in the RSVP program for the Oelwein Community School District.  She served on the Fayette Community Library Board and in multiple capacities on behalf of the city of Fayette, including supporting her spouse Bill in his role as mayor.

Bill and Sue loved to travel, attend Iowa State University football and basketball games, and in recent years, spend part of the winter in Florida at Ocean Pointe with a new community of friends there.

Sue will be remembered for many things – her vibrant smile, her warm hospitality, her attention to detail and her strong organizational skills. However, for those who knew her well, she will be remembered most for her ability to be with others, learn their stories, and help them feel special and loved. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Funeral services were held at First United Methodist Church, Fayette, Iowa, on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. Hyeunmee Kang officiating.  Carol Katsumes was the organist.  Special music was by John Falb, soloist with accompanist, Linda Johansen.  

Honorary Casket Bearers were Bill Prochaska, Don Bahe, Roy Karlson, Del Bowden and Bob Vasko.  

Casket Bearers were Boyd Dohrmann, Albert C. Duroe, William Ellis, Ben Dohrmann, Rodney Duroe and Sean Ellis.  

Burial was at the Hampton Cemetery, Hampton, Iowa.

Donations may be made in Sue’s memory to Oelwein Dollars for Scholars, Fayette Community Library, Fayette First United Methodist Church, Rainbow Land Preschool and Day Care Center, the 4-H Foundation, or to the nonprofit organization of your choice.

Online condolences may be posted at www.White-MtHope.com.

White Funeral Home, Jesup, Iowa was in charge of the arrangements.     26u26