Susan Smetana-Butler

Susan Smetana Butler

Susan Smetana-Butler, age 58, of Brookfield. Loving wife of William Butler; devoted mother of Billy Butler, Julie (Alan) Lopez and Elizabeth Butler; dear daughter of Maureen Smetana, nee Delaney and the late Edward Smetana; sister of Steven Smetana, MaryJo (Randy) Yeater, Edward Smetana and the late Michael (Susie) Smetana; daughter in law of Robert Butler. Sue was also survived by many nieces, nephews and other important family members.  Sue was a devoted & faithful wife, mother, and friend. She was always dedicated to lovingly raising her three children. Sue enjoyed watching Bears games, Cubs games, and Blackhawks games. She loved supporting & watching her children at hockey games, softball tournaments, and gymnastic meets. Many people knew Sue through her many years of coaching softball, volunteering at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, and her radiant positive personality. She cherished going on fishing trips with her husband & friends. Sue accomplished her lifelong educational goal by graduating with her Associate’s Degree in Nursing in 2014.

Visitation Monday, July 30, 2018 from 2 P.M. to time of Service 8 P.M. at Hitzeman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 9445 W. 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513.
Interment Private.

Information 708-485-2000 or www.HitzemanFuneral.com

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  1. Rich and Sue Buresh condolence:

    We are so very sorry to learn of Sue’s passing.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole
    family.


  2. Mary Ann Herda Fosterand Claude Foster condolence:

    Our deepest sympathies to Susans family. So sorry to hear of her passing. May she rest in peace.


  3. CHRISTOPHER MARTINEZ condolence:

    While I only met her a hand full of times I am great ful for the times that I got to spend with her. She is the true definition of a fighter and survivor. We all have an angel watching over us. May all prayers be with the family and friends.


  4. Maureen Kitzer condolence:

    I knew Sue as she was my daughter’s softball coach and I knew Bill through my husband. I had the opportunity to recently start communicating with Sue again and I was amazed as ever by her strength. She was a wonderful person to be around and I will never forget her having a sleepover for all her ‘girls’ on the softball team and all the swim parties. My heart goes out to Bill, Julie, Bill Jr., and Elizabeth and family. Be at peace Sue.


  5. Vicki flagel condolence:

    Sue gave me strength when I was going through a hard time . I will always treasure our friendship


  6. Amy Selle condolence:

    I’m so sorry for your immense loss. I worked with Sue at TBH and she was a pillar of strength and integrity. She was a role model for us all. ❤️


  7. Kelly and Joe La Rosa condolence:

    We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and keep Susan in his loving arms. She will be missed.


  8. Dale and Barb Corbine condolence:

    We are stunned and saddened to hear of Susan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers for strength and peace are with her entire family. We are so sorry.


  9. Sue Roedell condolence:

    Sue was a wonderful friend of my sister Bette Williams. Though Ide only met Sue a few times over the years, I was impressed by how friendly she was and always willing to help where she could. I know she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
    Thoughts and sympathy to all her friends and family.


  10. Mike and Laura Gochis condolence:

    So sorry for the loss of such an integral member of your family. Our prayers are that she is at peace and with God. We know her son as a good neighbor and friend. We both look out for him fondly. Peace be with your family Wild Bill (Billy). We both know she was proud of the young man you have become.


  11. Maria Cava Depa condolence:

    My deepest condolences to the family. Sue and I are cousins. We haven’t seen each other in years. We made contact through facebook. You always say youre going to get together but time gets away. From the conversation we did have she has obviously lived a full life and will be missed by many.


  12. Mike Zerbe condolence:

    So sorry to hear about Susan’s passing. My sincere condolences to the family.


  13. Triton College Nursing Department condolence:

    We would like to send our deepest condolences to Susan’s family. We enjoyed her while she was in the nursing program. She was a wonderful person.


  14. Claudia Wolt-Germann condolence:

    I am so saddened by this shocking news.
    My heart will always have a very special place for my best high school friend, Sue. We had the time of our lives on a Hawaii vacation and on an Acapulco vacation. There are so many special thoughts I will hold in my heart.
    I will pray for comfort for Sue’s family and friends.
    With sympathy and love,
    Claudia, Don and Kylie Germann


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