Susan Pauline Cortsen Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Susan Pauline Cortsen (Campbell, California) is shared. Susan, born on March 27, 1943, passed away on July 26, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Susan will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Susan by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Susan is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Susan’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Paul Hodges Sr. and Adelaide Florence Hodges (Adams); her sister Brenda Joy Wallace (Hodges); and her nephew Jeff Zaniker. She is survived by: her husband Charles Ray "Chuck" Cortsen; her brother John Paul Hodges Jr. (Kate); her sister-in-law Eleanor Zaniker; and her nieces and nephews, Linda Shields, Susan Wallace, Laurel Fortin (David), Michael Wallace (Tammy) and John Zaniker (Karen). She is also survived by 13 great-nieces and great-nephews and 12 great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.
