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C. Sue Warner

October 2, 1938 - March 12, 2024

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Clara Sue Warner, age 85, passed away in her home on March 12, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Sue’s gentle spirit and compassionate heart touched the lives of all who knew her.

She was born on October 2, 1938 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, the eldest child of Darrell and Susan Dewitt. Sue graduated from Assumption High School in 1956, and worked various jobs, including writing and drawing ads for the Buyer’s Guide when it opened. She married Boyd Warner on September 14, 1973.

They moved to Springfield, Illinois, in 1975, where she was employed in human resources for the IRS for more than 25 years. In 2009, she started with Federal Benefits Educators, and continued there until just weeks before her passing. She was an active parishioner at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, a member of Cathedral Council of Catholic Women, Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. In 2012, she was honored by being named the Woman of Distinction by the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. She was a service officer for many years for the National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE). She spent her life volunteering her time and money to many different causes.

Sue is survived by her daughter Nicole (Troy) Parker of Springfield, IL, her stepson Curt (Deb) Warner of Rockford, IL, four stepdaughters and their families, grandchildren Kaylee, Kelsey, Kyle, all of Springfield, IL, and Paige of Rockford, IL, and great-granddaughter Miria. She is also survived by siblings Cathy Dewitt, Margaret Bluemke, Jim (Kathy) Dewitt, John (Sue) Dewitt, Phil (Dee) Dewitt, Tom Dewitt, all of Wis. Rapids, WI; Sister Mary Susan (Betty) Dewitt, Jude Collins, and Jeanne Smith, all of Duluth, MN; sisters-in-law Mary Dewitt of Raleigh, NC, and Sandie Warner of Plover, WI; as well as countless nieces, nephews, and many friends.

She is reunited in heaven with her parents, her husband Boyd, siblings David Dewitt, Larry Dewitt, Ruth Olson, infant brother Patrick Dewitt, and sister-in-law Beverly Sue Dewitt.
Sue was an angel on earth and will be dearly missed. She was a living example of “treat others the way you wish to be treated.” Her unwavering kindness, generosity, and love for her family and friends will be remembered forever. Sweet dreams, sleep tight. We love you, goodnight.

A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 22, at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 524 E. Lawrence Ave, Springfield, IL. Directly following the mass there will be a celebration of her life at Cathedral.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Central Cremation Center in Forsyth, Illinois has been entrusted with arrangements.

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Living next door, she was always helping others out. A lady next to her she would visit and bring meals. She loaned me her ladder many times and always feed the neighborhood cats. She collect money for those in need. She will be dearly missed.

Posted by Michael DAVIS on March 22, 2024

I knew Sue through work It was a pleasure working with her. She was so extremely knowledgeable.

Posted by Ellen Hart on March 19, 2024

Grace, wisdom and kindness. This was Sue Warner. Though I only knew her about 10 years, she made an indelible impact on my life in many ways. Her unwavering support when I was going through very difficult personal matters, made my challenges more bearable. Her insights, honest comments and always caring attitude toward me is somethng I will always remember in gratitude! Sue was supportive of many people but when we talked I always felt as though I was heard completely. When I think of Sue's presence in my life, I will have a smile of sincere appreciation and deep respect. It was my pleasure to know her and count her as a friend. My deepest sympathies go out to her family and friends. I pray that her kind and loving spirit will live on in us all.

Posted by Travis Young on March 19, 2024

What a lovely obituary for a lovey woman. I knew her when we worked on the Cathedral parents club in the early 80’s. She was always sweet and fun. I am sincerely sorry for your loss.

Posted by Paula Jones on March 18, 2024

Sue was the kindest soul on this planet. I love her write up here. She was so involved with her community and clearly was loved by so many. No matter how long it was between our seeing each other she always made you feel like you were important to her. I am so sad that she is gone and I know she loved her family dearly and will be missed. My condolences to Nikki, grandkids and family. Old Cathedral friend Sharon & Rob Kording

Posted by Sharon Kording on March 17, 2024

Sue was a very dear friend. She was always kind and gentle with words and actions, and she gave wonderful advice. I will miss her abundantly, but will remember her and the wisdom she bestowed on me. I am so glad I got to know her and that she welcomed me in her life. Always remembered.

Posted by DeAnne Hubbard on March 17, 2024

I knew Sue over the course of many years in connection with our being fellow members of the local chapter of retired Federal employees. I was very fond of Sue and found her very helpful when I had questions about my role as a retiree. She always answered my questions with expert knowledge and very pleasantly. I will always remember her.

Posted by Richard McLane on March 16, 2024

Sincere condolences to the family. Your hearts hold many wonderful memories of Sue, may you cherish them forever. I never met Sue in person but we spoke on the phone as if we had... that's the kind of person she was.

Posted by STACIA BRADLEY, FBE on March 15, 2024