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Susie Hillenburg Atkinson

September 3, 1946 - April 26, 2022
Visitation
Greenlawn Funeral Home East
3540 East Seminole
Springfield, Missouri 65809
(417) 887-6565 |
Tuesday 5/3, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Service
Greenlawn Funeral Home East
3540 East Seminole
Springfield, Missouri 65809
(417) 887-6565 |
Wednesday 5/4, 1:00 pm
Cemetery
Pleasant Hope Cemetery
Wednesday 5/4

Beverly Sue “Susie” Atkinson (Hillenburg), born September 3rd, 1946, went to be with our Heavenly Father April 26th.

Susie was born to Earl and Etta Mae Hillenburg, Pleasant Hope, MO.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Steve Atkinson; her father Earl Hillenburg, and her mother, Etta Mae Hillenburg, and her sister Dorothy of Pleasant Hope, MO.

She is survived by her son, Brian Sutherland of Fair Grove, MO, and his wife Kelly, and their daughters Lexie and Lindy; and her daughter, Marquita Draper of Ozark, MO, and her husband Tim, and their sons Logan and Landon; and her sisters Debbie Frazer of Arizona, and Janice Miller of Ozark, MO.

Susie’s stepfamily includes Paul Atkinson, his wife Amy, and their children Dylan, Charlie and Eva of Denver, CO; and Steven Michael Atkinson, his wife Jean, and their son Joshua, of Charleston, SC.

She had an unwavering faith in Jesus and an immense love for her family! We find comfort knowing she is with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. Currently, Susie was a member of Evangel Temple in Springfield, MO.  Throughout her life she was a member of Ozark Assembly of Ozark, MO; Peace Chapel of Fair Grove, MO; and Sunnyvale in Fair Grove, MO.

Times spent at (Susie’s) Nana’s house were marked by love, laughter, and contentment. Nana was famous for her delicious meals and pies, extraordinary table decorations, and her insistent desire to spoil her children and grandchildren.  She will be forever missed for her contagious laughter, mac-n-cheese, sweet pickles, feisty attitude, HUGE heart, and her love for everyone. She lit of a room when she walked in!

Her love for Jesus, laughter, and kindness will live on in her children and grandchildren!

Visitation for Susie will be 5:00 ~ 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at Greenlawn Funeral Home East. Services at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4 at the funeral home with burial at Pleasant Hope Cemetery.

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Greenlawn Funeral Home East
3540 East Seminole
Springfield, Missouri 65809
(417) 887-6565 | Map
Tuesday 5/3, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Greenlawn Funeral Home East
3540 East Seminole
Springfield, Missouri 65809
(417) 887-6565 | Map
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Cemetery
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Wednesday 5/4
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Beverly Sue “Susie” Atkinson (Hillenburg), born September 3rd, 1946, went to be with our Heavenly Father April 26th. Susie was born to Earl and Etta Mae Hillenburg, Pleasant Hope, MO. She is preceded in death by her husband, Steve Atkinson; her father Earl Hillenburg, and her mother, Etta Mae Hillenburg, and her sister Dorothy of Pleasant Hope, MO. She is survived
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George and Linda Hillenburg left a message on May 30, 2022:
Brian and Marquita and families, we were so sorry to just learn today (5/30) of Susie’s passing. We certainly would have come to her funeral and visitation had we known. We just loved Susie and her sense of humor and infectious laugh. Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your beautiful mom.
Karen Jones Tucker left a message on May 4, 2022:
To Debbie and Janice, Sorry for the loss of your precious sister. Our families have many long time connections. I pray the Peace that can only come from Our Lord Jesus will comfort you in days ahead.
Pat (Lipe ) Hawkins left a message on May 2, 2022:
Susie was a great friend to me when I was growing up. We had lots of laughs together. She was also good to my Mom, and I appreciated that so much.
Rose Kessler ashley left a message on April 29, 2022:
Was is Susie’s class in school. She was the life of the class 1964 Condolences to the family!
Merrilyn Ellisin left a message on April 29, 2022:
I am so sorry to learn about Susie’s passing. She was a bundle of fun always and a sweet friend. We rode many miles together in my dad’s milk truck, laughing every mile until I’m sure he wanted to leave us by the side of the road. God bless you all and give you comfort.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
BILLL YARBERRY left a message on April 29, 2022:
our condolences to family of susie atkinson bill &linda yarberry
Charles & Dana (Ouellette)Ridinger left a message on April 29, 2022:
Susie was a special lady always a smile & hug. Praying for comfort & peace for the family.
Dee Prater left a message on April 29, 2022:
Susie was always the life of the party, always had a smile on her face and a friendly hello, she will be missed by many so sorry for your loss. The class of 1964 was definitely the best.
Kathy Keithley left a message on April 29, 2022:
In memory of Susie Hillenburg Atkinson, Kathy Keithley lit a candle
Janette(Cribbs) Anthony left a message on April 29, 2022:
Condolences to the Family, loved Susan to pieces, She was so funny in school and always had a smile....
Nancy Jones Francka left a message on April 28, 2022:
She was like Elvis and Cher, I just had to hear her name "Susie", and I knew who a former classmate was speaking of when I first heard the news this morning. She joined the class of 1964 in junior high, but soon fit right in with those of us who had started 1st and 2nd grade together. Her smile and laugh, with those dimples, could soon have us all giggling. The slumber parties must have driven our parents nuts. So many fun memories. We loved you Susie Mae, save us seat in heaven.
Christine Fisher-Thiessen left a message on April 28, 2022:
No words to express how very sorry I am to hear of Susie's passing. She was a dear, dear friend. May you have “The peace of God, which passes all understanding."
Lori Eagleburger left a message on April 28, 2022:
In memory of Susie Hillenburg Atkinson, Lori Eagleburger lit a candle
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