Susan Marie Bjork 63, of Waterford Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Wed, Sept 4, 2024, at the home of her twin sister.

She was born July 14, 1961, in Oak Lawn, Illinois; the daughter of Waldemar and Ruth (Woods) Bjork.  The family lived on the south side of Chicago until her father retired and then the family moved to the country outside of Elkhorn, WI. After 4 short years, her father passed away and his plan went into action.

Susan, Sandra, and Ruth moved to Mooseheart, IL; "the Child City."  Where they lived and were educated from 8 ^th through 12 ^th grade.  Due to this location and the assistance of the Moose Fraternity, they were awarded College scholarships. Su started at Carthage College with her sister and then transferred to Judson College in Elgin, IL where she graduated in June 1983 with a degree in Communication Arts.

She started her career serving adults with disabilities in Illinois at "Little City" eventually moving to Michigan in the Spring of 1986.and remained in the state and this field as a teacher, counselor and later by providing transportation as a bus driver.

Susan is survived by her sisters, Carol Bjork (Randy Watkins) of Matteson, IL. and Sandra (Mark) Carney of Racine, WI. Wally's wife Laurel, nieces and nephews as well as a multitude of lifelong friends who she considered family. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers Bobby and Wally Bjork.

Memorial services will be held in Racine, Wisconsin and Waterford, Michigan.  Burial will be in Norway, Michigan with her Parents and brother Wally.

Memorial Suggestions

In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances in Su's name to Do Only Good Animal Rescue, 1721 Hillcrest Drive, Rochester, MI 48306 would be appreciated by the family.