Holley, NY: Susan Marie Butenhof, age 55, passed away on November 24, 2020 after a valiant battle with a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer. Susan is survived by her parents, Leon & Ginger Smith, her husband Alan, her two boys, Eric, 24 and Michael, 21 and her sister, Kim Brothers.
Susan was born April 14, 1965 in Rochester, NY. She spent her childhood in New Rochelle, NY before going to college at SUNY Oneonta where she graduated in 1987. She and Alan met at a square-dancing club and they married in 1992. They have lived in Holley, NY for the past 20 years where she worked as a mortgage underwriter.
Susan will be remembered for her practical and positive outlook of life, sharp wit, and intellect. She enjoyed the adventure of travel and the comfort of a good book on a rainy day. She was a loving mother, wife, daughter, and sister and will be sorely missed.
Due to the pandemic, there will be no service at this time. Her family is planning a celebration of her life some time in 2021 when we can all come together to remember her. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Metaplastic Breast Cancer Global Alliance (mpbcalliance.org), the Wilmont Cancer institute in Rochester (urmc.rochester.edu/cancer-institute) or another charity close to your own heart.
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Susan at our mortgage company. She will be missed by all. My Susan Rest in Peace.
So sorry for your loss. I knew Susan when we both worked at ESL. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with Susan and her family. Thank you for sharing those beautiful photos of her. With sympathy.
Our deepest sympathy to Susan’s family, co-workers, and friends. We met Susan and Alan at Cloverleaf Squares, a singles square dancing club before they were married. They made a delightful and loving couple. Thanks for sharing these beautiful photos. May she rest in peace and may God comfort her family and loved ones as only He can.
Alan, I am not sure if you remember me. I worked with Susan at First Federal and then ESL. I am so saddened for your loss and for a vibrant life that was way too short. Sending love to you and your family. I will look for information on the celebration in 2021. I would love to see the boys I last saw as a toddler and an infant.
I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I worked with Susan when she was at ESL. She was a wonderful person & will be missed. May your wonderful memories be of some comfort.
Very saddened to learn of passing of Susan. We both worked at ESL and found her to be a wonderful co-worker and learned very much from her. She had a dry sense of humor which I appreciated. Thoughts and prayers out to family. She will be greatly missed.
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I’m am so saddened to hear of the news about Susan. We worked together at ESL and she was a wonderful , bright and caring person. Always willing to help anyone she could. We had lost touch but she’s one of those people who touches you and never forget. Praying for your family to find the strength and comfort now and the days ahead to help you all through this horrible loss.