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Tribute to Susan by her sister Sylvia:
It seems only right to let you all know that we lost one of the Kyllo siblings early this morning. One of my four sisters, the Rev. Susan Kyllo, passed away after years of "living????" with dementia. While it is so sad to lose someone you love, you have to celebrate that they are no longer suffering. It was a horrible, long ongoing death process.
Susan was a very bright woman. She never married; adopted a teenage girl who needed a parent; taught high school and then turned to her calling. She was one of the very first women in the Lutheran Church to become ordained. She would have celebrated 40 years this year. Susan and others paved the way for many women who followed. The picture I have attached was taken of her when we all gathered to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of her ordination. (2005) Susan lived in Coos Bay, OR, three of my sibs live in MN and I, here in AZ. The times where all five of us were together were few, but always special. For a once in lifetime event, we five went to a ranch in Big Timber Montana in 2003 to celebrate my brother's 50th birthday. Just the five of us for a few days of fun and shenanigans . (We all smoked pot and laid down outside and looked up at a sky like you can't believe - NO LIGHTS in sight, just the stars. No sound but crickets. It was magical.)
One of the many things I will remember is her infectious laugh. She was 8 1/2 years older than me and could stay up late watching the Johnny Carson show back in the '60's. I would be upstairs in my bedroom and I would hear her from downstairs, where she sat alone, most every night watching Johnny do Johnny.
Telling people your sister has died is not something to throw out into a ZOOM call (i.e. Book Club Ladies) and there are too many to call one at a time. For those of you who are grieving the loss of a loved one, and you know who you are, for those of you are experiencing your own medical emergency, and you know who you are, I want to say it's been a tough year and my thoughts are with you all.
There is nothing for anyone to do, but I couldn't NOT share this loss of a sister with my circle of friends.
Stay safe and well. Hugs, Sylvia
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Dean Preston
I am sorry for your loss Sylvia and for our loss as well. Sue was a real treasure.
Dean Preston, Orono classmate.
Sandra Jeske (Holman)
So sorry to hear of Sue's passing...I have had a horrible 2020 as well. Loss of loved ones, (I have had 3 ) is never easy and the pain goes away very slowly.
Your family trip for your brother's birthday sounds wonderful! Great memories for you.
Sandie Holman
Venita Tesch (Cronk)
Sue was always so upbeat. Her laugh was infectious. She had a kind and caring soul. I am sure He has prepared a special place for her. I'm so glad my life including knowing Sue.
Cheryl Ferch (Porter)
Sue with the smiling eyes. She and I did many things together growing up. Sue had two sisters the same age/grades as my sisters. So between our schools and church lots of fun times were had by the Kyllo/Ferch girls. Sue and I especially had our Luther League fun/MISCHIEF! Brings a smile to my face remembering. Sue will No doubtl be missed by her family and her many friends. Cheryl Ferch Porter
Kyllo girls (having lunch with the Ferch girls) L-R. Laurie, Shirley, Cheryl, Sue. Front Joy, Sylvia. We did lots together growing up with school and church connections. Looks like lunch included Hi Ho crackers. Remember those?!
This photo Sylvia sent was taken 15 yrs ago at Sues 25th celebration. 😇 their last group photo.Lillian Johnson (Early)
My condolence to Sue's family and friends. May God give you strength and comfort. In school she was friendly and caring about other people. She treated everyone the same. God has a beautiful soul up in heaven.
Betty Eisinger (Anderson)
I so enjoyed visiting with her and hearing of her life adventures. Gone to soon...
Venita Tesch (Cronk)
Rev. Susan Lucille Kyllo
Kyllo, Rev. Susan Lucille Age 78 of Spring Park, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2020 after having lived with the debilitating disease of Alzheimer's for several years. Susan was preceded in death by her parents Milton and Leonora Kyllo. She graduated from Orono High School 1960, Augsburg College 1965, and received her masters of Divinity at Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkely, CA, in 1980. In 1980 she was ordained in Minneapolis in the Lutheran Church and served several congregations over the next 11 years. Susan's final ministerial call was to Faith Lutheran, North Bend, OR where she served from 1991 to 2012. She returned to Minnesota in 2016 to spend her remaining years at Minnetonka Shores Presbyterian Home in Spring Park, MN. Susan was recognized for her 40 years of ministry at the Oregon Synod Assembly in November of 2020. Susan is survived by her daughter Angel Lapa, San Diego CA; siblings, Sandra (Ronald) Thorson, Apple Valley MN, Shirley Hemenway, Orono MN, Sylvia (Dean) Brekke, Phoenix AZ, and Ross (Richard Adams) Kyllo, Minneapolis MN, many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. A virtual memorial service will be held from Spirit of Grace in Beaverton, OR on January 9th, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. PST. The family wishes to thank Minnetonka Shores Presbyterian Home for Susan's care. Memorials preferred to Alzheimer's Association, ALS Association, or donors choice. Interment at Trinity Memorial Gardens, Long Lake Minnesota. David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473-5577 davidleefuneralhome.com
Published on January 3, 2021