Susan "Su" Dever

June 20, 1942 - October 18, 2020

Susan (Su) Dever, age 78, from Sterling Heights, MI passed away suddenly on October 18, 2020. Loving mother of Jennifer (Brad) Lewis and Chris Dever. Beloved Grandmother to Kyle (Colette) Lewis, Lindsey (Mikal) Koss, Lauren Lewis, Katie Lewis, Ryan Dever, Alissa Dever, and Finn Dever. Proud Great Grandmother to Hayes and Elliott Koss, Ernie Lewis, and Oliver DeBettignies. She also has two surviving sisters, Mickey Schempp and Beth (Steve) Holub. Su was born June 20, 1942. She grew up in Pleasant Ridge, Michigan. She raised her two children in Royal Oak, while working as a social worker for the State of Michigan. She made many lifelong friends at work. In 1985, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Su always claimed she had the best case of MS. Despite the disabilities it caused her, she lived her life on her terms overcoming many obstacles. Shortly after retiring in 1992, she moved to Las Vegas, Nevada. She enjoyed the sunshine, gambling and hosting friends and family. Su had many hobbies including needle crafts like knitting, crocheting, cross stitch and ornament making. She made blankets and over 100 Christmas ornaments which will be treasured gifts for years to come. Card games and backgammon were passions of hers. She was a fierce competitor. Traveling was another passion. She had a deep curiosity about different cultures and traveled the world to learn about them. She visited every continent except Antarctica. However, she came close in a cruise around South America. Su moved back to Michigan in 2019. She was able to connect with old friends and family. It was a blessing to have her close again. Su was one of a kind. She led her life on her own terms....somewhat of a rebel even as a child. She was generous and sensitive to those less fortunate. She lived a full life and will live on in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. http://www.stjude.org