Susan "Sue" Lynne Kinney

Susan "Sue" Lynne Kinney obituary, Wautoma, WI

Susan "Sue" Lynne Kinney

Susan "Sue" Kinney Obituary

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Susan "Sue" Lynne Kinney, age 64, of Neshkoro, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on September 9, 1960, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Samuel and Barbara Richardson She married Dennis R. Kinney on January 11, 1997, in Mesa, Arizona. Sue managed and worked at the BP Gas Station in Wautoma for many years. She had a heart of gold full of compassion that left a lasting impression on everyone she met, even in the briefest encounters. Sue was loved by many and will be forever missed. 

Sue is survived by her children: January Richardson of Salina, KS, and her son, Gage (Kaitlyn) Payne, and their child Elizabeth of Colorado Springs, CO; Jeremy (Kelly) Shepard, and their children, Talon and Sebastian, of Phoenix, AZ; Dennis's son: Kevin (Vicki) Weston, and their children, Olivia, Tyler and Jerod, West Bend, WI; as well as numerous other relatives and cherished friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother and her beloved husband, Dennis Kinney

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Jason McClain, Deb Teske, Dave Woolbright, and all the wonderful friends who were like family to Sue and Dennis. Their unwavering support and friendship meant the world to her. Your kindness and presence are deeply appreciated 

A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later time.


To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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