Susan M. Gerdes Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Susan M. Gerdes of Moline, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 29, 2025 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Susan M. Gerdes to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Alvin Brower and Bernice Brower (Wellman); and her sister Sandy O'Donnell. She is survived by: her husband Dr. Michael Gerdes; her children, Heath (Stacy Gerdes), Trista (John Sanders) and Luke (Justyna Gerdes); her grandchildren, Mikela Swartz (Jacques), Avery Gerdes (Bri), Eric Gerdes, Addison Sanders, Jordan Sanders, Darien Sanders, Ryszard Gerdes and Albert Gerdes; her siblings, Jim Brower (Linda), Dan Brower, Deb McCarthy, Connie Clupper (Dennis), Jack Brower (Mary) and Jane Bartlett (Dave); and her brother-in-law Bill O'Donnell. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.