Suzanne passed peacefully on January 22, 2022. She was born in Scotia in 1950, to the parents of Frida and Donald J Walker. She spent her childhood in Ferndale attending The Assumption School and Ferndale High School.

She leaves behind two sisters, Linda Rocha (James), Judy Hansen (Robert-deceased); significant other Michael Burke; two sons, Donald L. Wolfe and Brian S. Wolfe; grandchildren, Brittany Craddock (four great-grandchildren), Nisa Wolfe (one great-grandchild); grandson Nick Wolfe; and numerous nieces and nephews, all of which she was very close to. She will be missed by numerous friends and family, too many to list.

She was very involved with any event that came about for the family – weddings, graduations, birthdays, proms, holidays and family reunions. She was always making something more special by cooking food, special cakes and cookies and flower arrangements. She was there no matter what, even if she was ill or recovering from surgery. She also was a wonderful caretaker, helping care for ailing family members while supporting the other family members at the same time. She is known by many for all the special treats or food that she gave to family, or anyone she thought needed a cheering up. You knew that the minute you saw her drive up that you were getting something special … recollecting back, “she” was the something special. She always left you with a hug and a kiss not just treats, and always made you feel special.

She had numerous jobs. She spent most of her career in the hospital systems — Redwood Memorial, St Luke’s, the Diane Cathey Center and Sequoia Springs, while there she worked in the kitchens or caring for the patients. She also worked as a florist at Fortuna Florist, a job that she enjoyed. She worked as a cook at Bev’s Loleta Café, which her best friend owned at the time. She worked at the Bear River Casino. She also worked at Bayley Suit, a tanning salon and a dress shop.

She lived her entire life in Humboldt County, living in Ferndale, Eureka, Loleta and Fortuna.

Her wishes were to be cremated and to have a private family gathering to be held later.

A big thanks to the staff a Hospice of Humboldt, the family wishes donations to be made in her name.

Her smile and laughter will be missed …

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