Susan J. Clawson Obituary
The passing of Susan J. Clawson of Danville, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on October 17, 2025 at the age of 83. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Susan find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Melvin E. Dochterman and Bessie Dochterman (Doupnik); and her sister Mary Joyce Downey (Fred). She is survived by: her children, Tanya Leahy (Terry) of Mt. Juliet, TN and Benjamin Clawson (Lisa) of Bloomington, IL; and her sibling's children, Becky Hautzinger (Tim), Steve K. Downey (Linda), Doug Downey and Jeff Downey (Cteii). She is also survived by great nephew and four great nieces.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, November 16th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the Turtle Run Banquet Center (332 E Liberty Ln, Danville, IL 61832).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to be made to the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library, 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, American Breast Cancer Foundation, 10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 300, Columbia Md, 21044, or to Cure Alzheimer's (CureAlz.org) 34 Washington St, Suite 230, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481, or to the charity of your choice.
