Susan E. Elston
1937-2013
Susan (Sue) Ernestine Elston passed away on Dec. 1, 2013 in Edmond, OK. She was born on April 10, 1937 in Woodward, OK. Susan married the love of her life, Johnny Elston, on May 28, 1955. They lived for short periods in Liberal, KS, Woods, KS and Hugoton, KS before eventually settling in Guymon, OK to raise their family. After retirement in 1991, they moved to Edmond.
Susan's children and grandchildren were the pride of her life, and they provided her most precious memories. When not directly engaged with them, she enjoyed watching them play sports and participate in other activities. In her spare time she enjoyed bowling and playing bingo. Susan loved working with the youth. While in Guymon she was very involved with Kids Inc. baseball and the Young American Bowling Association, where she received awards for being Coach of the Year.
Prior to retirement, she worked at Wirtz Lumber, Roger Hester's Sporting Goods Store, and the Texas County Election Board.
Susan is survived by her husband, Johnny; daughter & son-in-law, Rhonda & Ed Pearson and their children, Tanae & Cory Clark, Brandon & Jamee Pearson, Keith Pearson & Shayla Pearson; son & daughter-in-law, John & Garna Elston and their children, Leslie Vasquez and Audra & Jose Vasquez; son & daughter-in-law, Kevin & Kari Elston and their children, Jarod Elston, Tyler Elston and Taryn Elston; 10 great grandchildren; brothers, Delbert & Dale McDaniel; and many nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, William & Ernestine McDaniel; five brothers; and one sister.
Graveside services for Susan will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013 at Memorial Park Cemetery in OKC. Services are under the direction of Matthews Funeral Home, Edmond.
