Susan R. Elinkowski (nee Campbell), age 67, of Valparaiso, IN, formerly of Schererville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 9, 2021 surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer. Susan is survived by her two children: Ryan (Tara) Elinkowski of Crown Point and Rory (Kristen) Elinkowski of Valparaiso; three step-children: Renee (Jeannette) Elinkowski ofContinue Reading
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Susan R. Elinkowski (nee Campbell), age 67, of Valparaiso, IN, formerly of Schererville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 9, 2021 surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer.
Susan is survived by her two children: Ryan (Tara) Elinkowski of Crown Point and Rory (Kristen) Elinkowski of Valparaiso; three step-children: Renee (Jeannette) Elinkowski of Salt Lake City, Ron (Kristin) Elinkowski of Layton and Rachelle (Mike) Kearns of Salt Lake; ten grandchildren: Adam and Anna Elinkowski, Alexis (Scott) McDonald, Ireland and Kylie Kearns, Rory, Landen and Bryan Elinkowski, Lily and Lila Elinkowski; two sisters: Sharon Knight (twin) and Sandy Campbell; two brothers: George (Sharon) Campbell and Robert Campbell; and special cousin, Barb Magister; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Sue is also survived by her dear friends: Chuck and Nancy Reed, Karen Wacker and Roseann Santiquilani; and her St. Mary’s family.
Susan was preceded in death by her husband, Ron of 40 years; parents: George and Patricia Campbell; brother-in-law Bruce Knight; sister-in-law, Joann Bialas; brother-in-law, Bob Bialas; and nephew Kevin Bialas.
Sue was born January 8, 1954 to the late George F. Campbell III and Patricia Campbell (nee Foley). She grew up in Gary, IN and graduated from Wirt High School. Sue went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in elementary education from Ball State and a Master’s Degree from Purdue Calumet. She taught at St. Mary Catholic Community School for 43 years. Sue was a devout Catholic and spent most of her life dedicated to others. Sue enjoyed traveling and reading, but her greatest joy was spending time with her grandkids. She had a profound impact on many and was loved by all. Sue will be missed dearly.
Friends may visit with the family on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Prayers will be said at 9:15 AM at the Funeral Home on Monday, October 18, 2021 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Catholic Church, 321 E. Joliet St., Crown Point, IN 46307 at 10:00 AM with Fr. Kevin Huber officiating. Interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Crown Point, IN.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Sue’s memory to St. Mary Catholic Community School and St. Jude House in Crown Point, IN.
Visit Susan’s online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.
Donna Daugherty
left a message on October 21, 2021:
Mrs. E. was one of a kind. Her sense of humor was much appreciated as was her outlook on life. My children were fortunate to have her for a teacher as she made each student feel special. I have many fond memories of her and Ron attending their beloved 59'ers games, especially in Indianapolis with Nancy and Chuck. Rest in peace, Mrs. E. You will be missed.
Sherron Pampalone
left a message on October 19, 2021:
I am so very sorry to have missed the wake and Mass for a great woman. God"s arms and Blessings surround all of you.
Trixie Carney
left a message on October 18, 2021:
So sorry for your loss, Sue will be greatly missed!
Rachelle Kearns
left a message on October 17, 2021:
My apologies to Mama Sue and family for not being able to attend the funeral and give the eulogy. I have attached a link to my eulogy in honor of her memory. We love and miss you Mama Sue.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pzcVKC-oeFM8YoWjeejY8wYoL9lzwuw3/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108718798961739528173&rtpof=true&sd=true
Autumn bazelewski
left a message on October 17, 2021:
Thank you for being an awesome teacher and always there for your kids. I will miss you Miss.E
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Laurie Gutowski
left a message on October 17, 2021:
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom. I have the fondest memories of Sue from the St Mary’s days. She was fun loving, and a joy to be around. She will be missed but leaves wonderful memories . You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Laurie Gutowski
Sylvia & Ron Potter
left a message on October 17, 2021:
In memory of Susan R. Elinkowski, Sylvia & Ron Potter lit a candle
Greg & Diane Gordon
left a message on October 17, 2021:
Deepest condolences ???
Natalie (Huddleston) Schantz
left a message on October 17, 2021:
I had the privilege of having Mrs. E for both 2nd and 6th grade, and in 2nd grade she awakened a love in me that inspired me to become a teacher one day myself. In second grade, I remember you got to choose your seat based on your grades and I was so excited to have the choice to choose the back corner next to her teacher desk, and get to help her with anything she let me help with. When my daughter was at St. Mary’s, she also had her for 6th grade, and it was so nostalgic for me to see. Mrs. E was a friend in my adult and parent years, and was the first person to understand when the decision was right for my daughter to leave for a different school. Even though she has had her own struggles and been through so much pain, Mrs. E has always been a cheerleader and prayer warrior for me in my adult life, and it has been such a blessing to continue to know her all of these years. I am sad to miss the wake, but I am still recovering from neck surgery. She touched so many lives. I will continue to keep the whole family in my prayers for comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Mary Jo Erickson
left a message on October 16, 2021:
Our sympathy to the family. Shared so many good memories at SMS with Sue.
Thoughts and prayers - Bob and Mary Jo Erickson
Stasia & Tom Wefler
left a message on October 16, 2021:
Words are inadequate in expressing our deep sorrow at the loss of Sue. She taught our girls at St. Mary's and always had a kind word a smile and deep loving spirit and commitment to her students. Even as they grew up they kept in touch with her and always spoke with love and fondness of her. She left a mark in this world that will live on. May she rest in peace in God's loving arms and know how much she was loved and appreciated.
Melissa Wacker
left a message on October 15, 2021:
Mrs. Elinkowski…
She was my 2nd grade teacher, my 5th grade teacher and as I grew up she became a friend. She always had a way with words, quick whit and she always had you on your toes. I remember so many things I learned in the classroom with her that I have carried with me all of my life, like spelling Elinkowski, since it was extra credit on spelling tests. She always would tell us, do as I say not as I do. And instead of telling us No…. She made it a song, N… O… spells No… I still sing that quite often. She has always been in my life, she always had a hand in taking care of me and she always had a hand in taking care of my family. Sue is a very special woman and I will miss her, the out of the blue calls just to make sure I am ok, the check ins when she knows I need it but mostly I will miss the beautiful friendship that she and my mom had for so many years.
Jacob O’Donnell
left a message on October 13, 2021:
I had Mrs. Elinkowski for multiple subjects in 6th grade. Her character and strength spoke volumes. She worked hard to mold the minds of younger students. I’m extremely sad to hear of her passing. She was one of those teachers that knew how to make a tangible difference in students’ lives.
Shelby Anderson-Badbade
left a message on October 13, 2021:
Mrs. E was a teacher who taught me at a young age that a kind heart means more than any the cruel or evil people around you. May she find peace and rest.❤️ Thank you Mrs. E for the love you shared with us all.
The Anthony Family
left a message on October 13, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Such a wonderful person who touched so many lives. Who will be forever missed ❤️
Robin and Cookie Hood
left a message on October 13, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Grace Mumaugh
left a message on October 12, 2021:
In memory of Susan R. Elinkowski, Grace Mumaugh lit a candle
Monika Menjivar
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My prayers to the family
Monika Menjivar
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My prayers to the family
Monika Menjivar
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My prayers to the family
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Starla Gough
left a message on October 12, 2021:
Our condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers to give silence and to reflect on the joys of her memories! As we also her memories of the St Marys School
Mary McKinney Scher
left a message on October 12, 2021:
She was a wonderful teacher. Two of my kids had her. She always had a smile on her face
and saw the good in each kid.
Debbie Spasoff
left a message on October 12, 2021:
I live in Florida so I'm unable to attend. I was a part of St. Mary for 20 years. In that time, I got to see the impact Sue had on her fellow staff members and the families. She will be missed by many and was loved by all.
Prayers to the family for strength thru this trying time.
Her and Ron are together again with no suffering and in God's presence.
Sally Coapstick Rempis
left a message on October 12, 2021:
In memory of Susan R. Elinkowski, Sally Coapstick Rempis lit a candle
Len, Nancy, Jaclyn, and Andrew Anglis
left a message on October 12, 2021:
Dear Ryan, Tara, and Family,
Thank you so much for sharing Sue with us! She was an amazing teacher and had the great capacity to love our kids as if they were her very own! No matter what, she always had a smile and a positive thought for us combined with a measure of her deep, abiding faith in God! Mrs. “E” was one in a million and will be missed by all of us! Our prayers continue for all of you during this most difficult time!
George Campbell
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My heart is broken, ive lost my dear sister Sue to cancer I miss you so much until we meet again. Love your brother Chick ❤️?
Kerry Blondheim
left a message on October 12, 2021:
Sue was my dad's cousin. She always was so supportive and kind to our family, and she was truly a prayer warrior for our son Teddy. Many prayers went to heaven from her and her school children, and she'll always hold a special spot in my heart.
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Donna Daugherty
left a message on October 21, 2021:
Mrs. E. was one of a kind. Her sense of humor was much appreciated as was her outlook on life. My children were fortunate to have her for a teacher as she made each student feel special. I have many fond memories of her and Ron attending their beloved 59'ers games, especially in Indianapolis with Nancy and Chuck. Rest in peace, Mrs. E. You will be missed.
Sherron Pampalone
left a message on October 19, 2021:
I am so very sorry to have missed the wake and Mass for a great woman. God"s arms and Blessings surround all of you.
Trixie Carney
left a message on October 18, 2021:
So sorry for your loss, Sue will be greatly missed!
Rachelle Kearns
left a message on October 17, 2021:
My apologies to Mama Sue and family for not being able to attend the funeral and give the eulogy. I have attached a link to my eulogy in honor of her memory. We love and miss you Mama Sue.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pzcVKC-oeFM8YoWjeejY8wYoL9lzwuw3/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108718798961739528173&rtpof=true&sd=true
Autumn bazelewski
left a message on October 17, 2021:
Thank you for being an awesome teacher and always there for your kids. I will miss you Miss.E
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Laurie Gutowski
left a message on October 17, 2021:
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom. I have the fondest memories of Sue from the St Mary’s days. She was fun loving, and a joy to be around. She will be missed but leaves wonderful memories . You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Laurie Gutowski
Sylvia & Ron Potter
left a message on October 17, 2021:
In memory of Susan R. Elinkowski, Sylvia & Ron Potter lit a candle
Greg & Diane Gordon
left a message on October 17, 2021:
Deepest condolences ???
Natalie (Huddleston) Schantz
left a message on October 17, 2021:
I had the privilege of having Mrs. E for both 2nd and 6th grade, and in 2nd grade she awakened a love in me that inspired me to become a teacher one day myself. In second grade, I remember you got to choose your seat based on your grades and I was so excited to have the choice to choose the back corner next to her teacher desk, and get to help her with anything she let me help with. When my daughter was at St. Mary’s, she also had her for 6th grade, and it was so nostalgic for me to see. Mrs. E was a friend in my adult and parent years, and was the first person to understand when the decision was right for my daughter to leave for a different school. Even though she has had her own struggles and been through so much pain, Mrs. E has always been a cheerleader and prayer warrior for me in my adult life, and it has been such a blessing to continue to know her all of these years. I am sad to miss the wake, but I am still recovering from neck surgery. She touched so many lives. I will continue to keep the whole family in my prayers for comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Mary Jo Erickson
left a message on October 16, 2021:
Our sympathy to the family. Shared so many good memories at SMS with Sue.
Thoughts and prayers - Bob and Mary Jo Erickson
Stasia & Tom Wefler
left a message on October 16, 2021:
Words are inadequate in expressing our deep sorrow at the loss of Sue. She taught our girls at St. Mary's and always had a kind word a smile and deep loving spirit and commitment to her students. Even as they grew up they kept in touch with her and always spoke with love and fondness of her. She left a mark in this world that will live on. May she rest in peace in God's loving arms and know how much she was loved and appreciated.
Melissa Wacker
left a message on October 15, 2021:
Mrs. Elinkowski…
She was my 2nd grade teacher, my 5th grade teacher and as I grew up she became a friend. She always had a way with words, quick whit and she always had you on your toes. I remember so many things I learned in the classroom with her that I have carried with me all of my life, like spelling Elinkowski, since it was extra credit on spelling tests. She always would tell us, do as I say not as I do. And instead of telling us No…. She made it a song, N… O… spells No… I still sing that quite often. She has always been in my life, she always had a hand in taking care of me and she always had a hand in taking care of my family. Sue is a very special woman and I will miss her, the out of the blue calls just to make sure I am ok, the check ins when she knows I need it but mostly I will miss the beautiful friendship that she and my mom had for so many years.
Jacob O’Donnell
left a message on October 13, 2021:
I had Mrs. Elinkowski for multiple subjects in 6th grade. Her character and strength spoke volumes. She worked hard to mold the minds of younger students. I’m extremely sad to hear of her passing. She was one of those teachers that knew how to make a tangible difference in students’ lives.
Shelby Anderson-Badbade
left a message on October 13, 2021:
Mrs. E was a teacher who taught me at a young age that a kind heart means more than any the cruel or evil people around you. May she find peace and rest.❤️ Thank you Mrs. E for the love you shared with us all.
The Anthony Family
left a message on October 13, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Such a wonderful person who touched so many lives. Who will be forever missed ❤️
Robin and Cookie Hood
left a message on October 13, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Grace Mumaugh
left a message on October 12, 2021:
In memory of Susan R. Elinkowski, Grace Mumaugh lit a candle
Monika Menjivar
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My prayers to the family
Monika Menjivar
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My prayers to the family
Monika Menjivar
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My prayers to the family
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Starla Gough
left a message on October 12, 2021:
Our condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers to give silence and to reflect on the joys of her memories! As we also her memories of the St Marys School
Mary McKinney Scher
left a message on October 12, 2021:
She was a wonderful teacher. Two of my kids had her. She always had a smile on her face
and saw the good in each kid.
Debbie Spasoff
left a message on October 12, 2021:
I live in Florida so I'm unable to attend. I was a part of St. Mary for 20 years. In that time, I got to see the impact Sue had on her fellow staff members and the families. She will be missed by many and was loved by all.
Prayers to the family for strength thru this trying time.
Her and Ron are together again with no suffering and in God's presence.
Sally Coapstick Rempis
left a message on October 12, 2021:
In memory of Susan R. Elinkowski, Sally Coapstick Rempis lit a candle
Len, Nancy, Jaclyn, and Andrew Anglis
left a message on October 12, 2021:
Dear Ryan, Tara, and Family,
Thank you so much for sharing Sue with us! She was an amazing teacher and had the great capacity to love our kids as if they were her very own! No matter what, she always had a smile and a positive thought for us combined with a measure of her deep, abiding faith in God! Mrs. “E” was one in a million and will be missed by all of us! Our prayers continue for all of you during this most difficult time!
George Campbell
left a message on October 12, 2021:
My heart is broken, ive lost my dear sister Sue to cancer I miss you so much until we meet again. Love your brother Chick ❤️?
Kerry Blondheim
left a message on October 12, 2021:
Sue was my dad's cousin. She always was so supportive and kind to our family, and she was truly a prayer warrior for our son Teddy. Many prayers went to heaven from her and her school children, and she'll always hold a special spot in my heart.
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