Susan Dean Tilley Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Susan Dean Tilley (New Bern, North Carolina). Susan, born on January 6, 1964, passed away on September 30, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Susan Dean Tilley to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Daniel Dean and LaRue Henderson; and her siblings, Johnnie Hand, Sherry Blakely and Earl "Bubba" Henderson.

She is survived by: her husband Eddie Tilley; her children, Joshua Tilley (Susie), Michael Tilley, Tyler Tilley and Jayla Thornton; her grandchildren, Kimberly Tilley, Lexie Colvell, Landon Colvell and Audrie Colvell; her great grandchild Sawyer; and her sisters, Kathy Galloway and Connie Henderson. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made in Susie's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at stjude.org, a fitting way to honor a woman who held such a special place in her heart for children.