Susan Speck
November 16, 2015
Susan Kae Speck
Pleasant Hill
Susan Kae Speck, formerly Lasher, 68, was born March 29, 1947 in Des Moines, Iowa to Everett and Delores (Piper) Speck. She passed away suddenly Monday, November 16, 2015 at her home in Pleasant Hill.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 19, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will begin at 9:00 a.m. Friday, November 20 also at Hamilton’s, with burial at Laurel Hill Cemetery.
Susan worked for Principal for 19 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was an active member of Ankeny SDA Church where she was very involved in church activities and served as a Sabbath School teacher.
She is survived by her daughters, Gabrielle (Jason) Egli and Valerie (Garry) Stanfill; eight grandchildren, Dakota, Drew (Shelby), Elijah, Abigail, Jonah, Michael, Naomi, and Isaac; siblings, Steven Speck, Cynthia (Jesse) Waltz, and Vickie (Rick) Switzer; and her best friend, Edna Thomas.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Ankeny SDA Church to be used for children’s programs.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Kristin Wright (Jaide's Mom)
11/20/2015
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, Gail....Jaide spoke very highly of her....You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this diffcult time.....
Chris Connelly
11/20/2015
Gail and Val, I am deeply sorry to hear about Sue. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Liz (Leppala) Trinkle
11/18/2015
Gail and Jason,
Joel and I wanted to express our condolences. May your celebration of your mom's life well lived be healing and comforting to you. I know those that are able to attend her visitation and service will enjoy the opportunity to share their stories of her with you, and those stories will be so helpful to you as you grieve.
Darci Lenehan
11/18/2015
Gabrielle & Family, I am very sorry for your loss. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jessica Wiszowaty
11/18/2015
My heartfelt sympathy for you and your family at the passing of your mother. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Larry and Nancy Haskin
11/17/2015
Gabrielle,
We would like to express our sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your mother.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Linda Hennings
11/17/2015
I am so sorry for your sudden loss of Susan. She was a very special person and a very good friend. We worked together at Principal, and I loved her wonderful disposition. She was always happy in all she did. Her family was her world, and she deeply loved each and every one! I will treasure the memories made with this special lady!
Sheila wilson
11/17/2015
I am very sorry to hear of your mothers sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong and keep those wonderful memories close to your heart.
Nyla Shireman
11/17/2015
My heart aches for your family. Susan was a dear friend and a loving mother and grandmother. She adored all of her grandchildren and was very proud of each one. We have the blessed hope of seeing her again and I look forward to that day. Love you Valerie and family!
Tom Utley
11/17/2015
Gabrielle and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Jeanne Wood
11/17/2015
Gabrielle and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days to come.