Suzanne Schradle

Suzanne Schradle (nee Snipes)

Suzie passed away on November 19, 2025 at the age of 93 with her family by her side.

Suzie was born and raised in St. Paul, MN and was married to Dick Schradle for 51 years until he passed away in 2006. They are survived by two children, David (Janis) Schradle of Romeo, MI and Cincy (Paul Stearns) Schradle of Eagan, MN; eight grandchildren, Kristin (Mike) Murray, Patrick (Lauren) Schradle, Kate Owens, Dr. Kara (Rich McVay) Schradle, James Schradle, Kirk (Becca) Ney, Cooper Stearns, Naomi (Navroz) Stearns; and ten great grandchildren: Olivia, Jane, Eleanor and Penelope Murray; Brooklyn, Brody, Luke and Taylor Schradle; Lily and Isla Ney. All will greatly miss mom/Nanie/Suzie's optimistic outlook and can-do spirit.

Suzie attended Visitation Convent High School and went on to the University of Minnesota where she majored in Education and served as chapter president of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. It was at the University where she met Dick and embarked on 51 years of adventures together. Throughout her life, Suzie was an active volunteer supporting organizations such as Kappa Alpha Theta, the St Paul Junior League, and Children's Hospital Guild, to name a few.

Along with her education and volunteer work, Suzie had no shortage of energy when it came to figuring out how to do things for herself. From welding to woodworking to rewiring a lamp, Suzie always had endless projects. From making her own custom clothing (with State and County fair ribbons praising her skills) to painting an intricate design pattern on a wall to creating "Nanie's Cookbook" so the family recipes would always be handy, Suzie was a DIYer before it was fashionable. She preferred to do it herself and loved sharing her talents with others so they could continue her legacy of lifelong learning.

Suzie took classes as an adult to learn French and continued to hone those skills by traveling to France often. She took her children and grandchildren on a memorable adventure in France that would shape all their futures in different ways, not only by instilling a love of travel but also by broadening their worldview and their place in it.

Suzie was proud of her family. She raved about their accomplishments and was a cheerleader, whether in person or in spirit. She was so appreciative every time a friend or family member visited her, especially these past few years when she was unable to get out. Everyone knew Suzie was always happy to have you pop in for a coffee, glass of wine and, of course, Jack Daniels.

We want to extend a special thank you to the many caregivers at Ebenezer Arbors at Ridges, Minnesota Hospice, and all those who supported her and enriched her life.

Service to be held at St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church, 1st and Clark Street, White Bear Lake on Saturday, December 6, at 4:00 p.m. followed by a further celebration of her life at Manitou Grill in White Bear. In lieu of flowers, consider donations to Twin Cities Public Television, Allina Foundation, or the charity of your choice.