I had the privilage of being part of the Susan Ryan Team . Sue had energy , integrity & strong self rules she lived by & never broke. We were long time friends , buddies ... & oh how I will miss "Hey Bud , what's new with you ". She was a great teacher , fantastic broker but the Best Friend ever, Sue you will always be remembered & respected for being such an Awesome person & a better friend ! Hugs, Trudee

My association with Sue goes way back to Montreal Trust Real Estate days, long before Sue opened her SAR Group of which she was justifiably proud. A number of us went to work for Suzie after Montreal Trust closed down in Ontario and enjoyed a great time together at Village Centre Court. Never at a loss for words or a saying to fit every occasion, Suzie was always there for you. I always loved her saying, "Inch by inch, everything's a cinch. Yard by yard, everything's hard". In other words, the KISS principle. I've had to use that one many times in my life and have related it to many others who didn't know how to tackle a seemingly impossible task. I always related the source of that saying when advising others, so Suzie was never far from my thoughts, If there is a God and I know there is, Suzie's reward will be that her SAR Group will become the STAR Group, where you'll be able to look to the heavens at night and see a bright new star and know that that one's for Suzie. That will be her shining spirit continuing to inspire you. You also know that she will be waiting for you with a glass of fine wine, when you cross the great divide and see her smiling face waiting to welcome you to her new home, with the same enthusiasm she's always had. Suzie will never change, thank God. At Suzie's funeral, Mayor McCallion in her wonderful eulogy for Sue, suggested that we not dwell on how Suzie died, but on how she lived and what she gave to her family, friends and her community at large and that the torch has been passed to the rest of us to carry that on....a great message. The Minister who performed the funeral ceremony, also spoke eloquently and sincerely about Suzie;s life and death and again emphasized the positive and spoke of forgiveness. As much as no one wants to talk of Suzie's death and how it happened, the thought keeps occuring to me that Suzie loved Larry in a way that was beyond words. I'm sure, still does, as true love as Suzie knew it, is unconditional. She forgave everyone who ever said or did anything that might have hurt her ,as she only dwelt in the positive. I have concluded that this includes Larry. If we can follow Suzie's example in this final instance, I think we will have come a long way in our humanity and make her proud that she has had that kind of influence on us. Via con Dios, Suzie......you've earned it Girl. Lots of hugs from your friend, Jim.

"My name is Sue how do you do?". These are just two of the sayings of Suzie. I knew Sue for many years through work. We became good "buds" and supported each other through all the good and bad . When we last met for lunch Suzie was playing matchmaker."Have I got a guy for you" he would say..lol.She was such fun. I know she is in a better place now where she will finally be on the receiving end. I missed her funeral and visitation. I checked all papers with dilligence trying to find information to no avail. I hope they played the song Suzie wrote and her brother-in-law recorded for her. We at the village square office were subjected to listen to this reording at least once a day with a glass of wine in hand...Those were happy times. Lets not forget Suzies favourite symbol,:the yellow happy face". If was displayed everywhere you looked in the office and on her business cards. Cheers to a wonderful caring lady..you will me missed but not forgotten.. Barbara

Sue, You are and were a super angel on earth and I know we all have your guidance and caring - you demonstrated, taught, and lived what you believe in and engaged so many people to learn from you. We will continue to learn from you. You are so dearly missed and I wish you peace. You have been the dearest friend I have ever known and I thank you. Life is not and will not be the same without you, but I will rely on our memories and gather with our friends. Love ya buddy, ( we always said that at the end of a phonecall). God Bless, Love Susan

I’ll think of you in the spring………. ……when the tulips are pushing up colourful heads ……and shoots are green in perennial beds ……when tomatoes are still green on the vine ……and I sit on a patio drinking wine. I’ll think of you in the summer………. ……when the lazy days go slipping by ……and the birds take their babies out to fly ……when the sun is warm upon my face ……when I’m home, at work or some other place. I’ll think of you in the fall……….. ……when the coolness caresses the half-bare trees ……and the ground is covered with golden leaves ……when my door is closed to the late night chill ……and I place a candle on my windowsill. But mostly, I will think of you in the winter…….. ……in the still of the night with the soft falling snow ……and the glistening mornings with trees aglow ……your memory brings feelings both happy and sad ……as I grieve for the season we never had.

Susan Woods

15 years ago

Joy, Your tribute is beautiful. Love Susan

I’ll think of you in the spring………. ……when the tulips are pushing up colourful heads ……and shoots are green in perennial beds ……when tomatoes are still green on the vine ……and I sit on a patio drinking wine. I’ll think of you in the summer………. ……when the lazy days go slipping by ……and the birds take their babies out to fly ……when the sun is warm upon my face ……when I’m home, at work or some other place. I’ll think of you in the fall……….. ……when the coolness caresses the half-bare trees ……and the ground is covered with golden leaves ……when my door is closed to the late night chill ……and I place a candle on my windowsill. But mostly, I will think of you in the winter…….. ……in the still of the night with the soft falling snow ……and the glistening mornings with trees aglow ……your memory brings feelings both happy and sad ……as I grieve for the season we never had.

I’ll think of you in the spring………. ……when the tulips are pushing up colourful heads ……and shoots are green in perennial beds ……when tomatoes are still green on the vine ……and I sit on a patio drinking wine. I’ll think of you in the summer………. ……when the lazy days go slipping by ……and the birds take their babies out to fly ……when the sun is warm upon my face ……when I’m home, at work or some other place. I’ll think of you in the fall……….. ……when the coolness caresses the half-bare trees ……and the ground is covered with golden leaves ……when my door is closed to the late night chill ……and I place a candle on my windowsill. But mostly, I will think of you in the winter…….. ……in the still of the night with the soft falling snow ……and the glistening mornings with trees aglow ……your memory brings feelings both happy and sad ……as I grieve for the season we never had.

I first met Sue almost 15 years ago. It was at the Christmas party she was hosting for her clients down at Snug Harbour in Port Credit. Little did I know what an important role model and friend Sue would become in my life. To me, Sue was my hero, my friend and I'm proud that she was a woman who provided much needed leadership for us and showed us the way. I admired many things about Sue, her confidence, her warm loving spirit, her kindness, her tenacity and spunk - an action oriented doer, her practicle, no nonsense approach, her honesty, her warm smiley face, and she sure was a soft place to fall. Ordinary heroes walk among us. With uncommon bravery and profound care, they appear in our lives without warning or fanfare. Sue would walk right up and flash her big smile and reach out her hand and touch your heart, "Hello my name is Sue, How do you do, with giggle" and you were off to the races, daring to accomplish something great, big or small! Some people wear a uniform and a badge, some do not, but all wear the armor of integrity, compassion, courage, and honor. Sue dressed herself authentically, each moment, each day. Heroes put the needs of others before their own. Sue would always be there, if you needed a friend to help, she cared. Our greatest heroes can be anywhere and everywhere we are. Their names and deeds are seldon spoken of, rarely heard. Without a blare of trumpets or a cheering crowd, they become heroes unaware by making a decision in an instant, acting on the spur of the moment, or working tirelessly to rescue, comfort, or to be a voice for those who have none. Heroes work wih a passion behind the scenes to support our lives, to defend our honor and to safeguard our world. Sue did this with her values and action in many of the events she supported. They know that great things come from a series of small actions. They recognize a need and fill it. They know how to fight with dreams and visions and to protect and defend so that others may live. Heroes are defiant in their mission. Their values are never for sale. The world my know little of its greatest heroes, but in our hearts we know who they are. Heroes are messengers from heaven. Their love, compassion and bravery are God's touch upon humanity. Sue, always knew just what to do! Sue, your bright light shall continue to shine upon us and forever we will be guided by your love. I'm grateful to have called you friend and had the chance to witness and learn by your example of what greatness looks like. Thank you Sue for being you. We shall miss you Sue, till we meet again xo

Ever since I heard the news I have been at a loss as to why this happened. She had recently sold our house for us and had come over for my daughter's 2nd birthday celebration (she was the only guest I invited) It was last minute but she still took time out to get her a present and I think she had as much fun as Amelia with the present if not more. She was a wonderful woman. It is amazing at the amount of outpouring of grief there has been and I hope she somehow knows that she will always be remembered. Rest in Peace Sue, may you sing with the Angels.

Sue Ryan was one of the most credible women I've met. She had a no-nonsense enjoyment of life that was contagious. She pulled you into her brusque warmth. I'll miss her honesty and her shine.~ Marcia Barhydt

I met Sue though the amazing women group of Mississauga. She had that soft and warm smile of someone who is always available to help. I asked her once to help me present my case before the city of Mississauga and she was there for me with her big and warm smile. I have the deepest respect for this lady who was giving her time, her energy her care to me, to the community, to the victims of Peel... Rest in peace, Sue!

I did not know Sue on a personal basis, however she was gracious in supporting our Full Cicle event which sponsors children to the Mississauga Waterfront Festival. These individuals are margainalized by their living circumstance. A loss in the community of great leaders is felt by all of us.

I am one of those who was lucky to meet her at Dianne Morgan's Amazing Womens. I will always remember her smiling at me at many functions we met. She made me feel that we are old friends, when sadly i did not know her enough to know her troubles, she only shared her kind, upbeat spirit. That spirit i will always remember. I will miss you Susan, With Love, Gaby

I only met Sue Ryan once at a Networking function and her catchy intro stuck in my head. By the time I got home, she had signed up for my newsletter. Now that's a woman that understands the giving and sharing of business fundamentals which is exactly why she was so well liked and so successful. My loving thoughts go out to the family during this difficult time. Diana Boyes www.timelesswoman.ca

I am deeply saddened and shocked after hearing the news about Sue. Her sense of humour, and giving attitude towards life and the community will be dearly missed. I chose a butterfly for Sue as they symbolized freedom and were she is I know she will be free. Sue I will always remember your kindness and concern and I have lost a great friend and colleague.

I didn't know Sue well or for very long. We met through Dianne Morgan and her Amazing Women group that I am proud to be a part of. I enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Sue's home - that was our first meeting. From that first connection on Sue always took time to search me out at functions, greet me warmly and make me feel like we were long time friends. From time to time she would send me a friendly email, patting me on the back for doing a good job as General Manager of the Port Credit Business Association. We always agreed we needed to sit down for lunch or coffee together - sadly that did not happen. I know she must have touched the hearts of so many - she will be very missed. Today - I will touch someone - in memory of Sue.

She will be remembered as a truly amazing lady who among many things, helped raise over $40,000.00 for VSOP. Like many of her friends; she lived, loved and fought hard.... She was true to herself and her beliefs; she was a light that many were attracted to; as was she; the life line for many who depended on her. She was loved by many and her memory will live on... She has left us to grieve; I believe that we are all connected in this universe and life is a journey measured only by the lives you have positively touched. We should all strive to help our friends in need, helping others is a sure way to enrich our lives and our world better". Sue Ryan lived this life with all her heart, passion and soul and now that her soul has taken a new path, we can keep her memory and beliefs alive by being kind to a stranger or better yet being kind to someone you know but don't particularly like. The only certain thing in life is "Death" With love in this life and beyond my dear Suz; Go in Peace, may you go in Peace.. Dianne; Pete & OceanLili www.amazing-women.ca

One of the FIRST things I think about and remember! I had the pleasure to meet and socialize with Sue when I was President of my Association (Realtors Association Grey/Bruce Owen Sound, 2006). Sue and I attended our Media Training together. She was such a wonderful person, a joy to be around, always put a smile on your face and always had a smile on hers and wow she sure loved her Karaoke singing. We always made a point of saying "hello" and catching up at the Ontario Real Estate Association's President's Ball where she was always walking around with her camera, taking photos of everyone! She will be missed! How Shocking! Very sad news!! You will be missed amongst the Real Estate Community for sure!! Sadly missed.............Tricia McKeeman

Wow I am still in shock how a life so preciouse was taken away. I use to work for Sue back in the early 90's when she ran her business from Village Centre Square. I lived in Brampton and I took 5 buses to get to Village Centre to start work. I was always at least 20mins late but she never complained about it...when I came into work she would take me to her office and made me sit in front of her fireplace and hand me a cup of coffee always with some baileys in it and told me to stay there until i warmed up. Many nights I remember when the office was closed we would all go back to her office and share a bottle of wine and just chat. Susie Q was the most amazing, selfish, honest, moral person I have had the pleasure to meet and call my friend. She will be sadly missed and in my heart forever along with the special memmories that were created. Sue was the one who got me into this world of Real Estate and I have lived by her moto...Service + Attitude = Results. What more can I say Sue, your in my thoughts and prayers....

This is the line that keeps going over and over in my mind this past 24 hours as I think of Sue. She used to say this all the time. Her energy was tireless, and commitment to anything she believed in like no other. I got my real estate license with Sue and she taught me everything I needed to know to be successful in this business particularly in the areas of ethics & morals. Sue was one of the most honest and selfless people I’ve ever known and she will be sorely missed……..Julie

Marlene Farrugia

15 years ago

Marlene Farrugia. Sue was the most selfish, trusting, honest, moral person I had the pleasure to know. I worked with Sue as her Secretary for 3 years back in the early 90's when she ran her office out of the Village Centre Square. I remember I had to take 5 buses to get to work from Brampton and was always late. Suzie Q would bring me into her office now im already late 20mins everyday, turn on her fireplace and handed me a cup of hot coffee with some bailys or glass of wine and made me sit infront of her fireplace until I warmed up. Many nights when the office was closed we would all sit in her office and polish off a bottle of wine and just simply chat away. She was the person who I admired and thanked and who brought me into the world of Real Estate. She was a great friend who would do anything for you. I am sadly going to miss her. Peace always be with you Sue...and your always going to be in my thoughts and prayers and thank god for the good memmories I have shared with you.

This is the line that keeps going over and over in my mind this past 24 hours as I think of Sue. She used to say this all the time. Her energy was tireless, and commitment to anything she believed in like no other. I got my real estate license with Sue and she taught me everything I needed to know to be successful in this business particularly in the areas of ethics & morals. Sue was one of the most honest and selfless people I’ve ever known and she will be sorely missed……..Julie

We spent alot of time together & I learned so much from you . You had the biggest heart of anyone I have ever known & the energy to always give a helping hand or word to anyone who ever needed it . You were my friend, my mentor & my respected Broker for many years . I will miss our calls , I will miss you but I am luck enough to always hold the memories we created together , sacred. In Loving Memory to you , with love , Trudee

Susan sold our home several years ago. She seemed like a wonderful happy woman. She will be greatly missed.