Susan Walsh Cates

1946 ~ 2018

Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Susan Walsh Cates, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, December 27, 2018. Susan was the fourth of eleven children born to William M. and Alice O. Walsh in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 15, 1946. She spent her childhood in Southern California and Union, Utah.

Susan was known for her generosity, creativity, and making all things beautiful. Her family had a large garden on a small farm where her parents and siblings worked, while Susan prepared wonderful, gourmet meals for them when the chores were done. Susan was the go-to gal when her family needed anything, and she always made things lovely. She did her mother\s hair for decades, hosted dinners for large gatherings, and made all kinds of flower and wreath arrangements.

Susan worked in the clerical field for many years of her life. She was blessed with many loyal and loving friends, including her parents and brothers and sisters. Her greatest joys were when she became a mother and grandmother.

Susan is survived by her children, Michael (Sally), Catherine, Mary (Randy) and Matthew, along with nine grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Lane (Danna), Carol (Craig), (Cherie), David, Bob (Sherry), John (Sharon) Richard (Robyn) RaeLynne (Allen), Allan (Diane), and Lorie (Ron). She is a cherished aunt to many nieces, nephews and their children. Susan is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Mark.

Funeral services for Susan will be held on Monday, January 7th at 11:00 AM. Friends are invited to greet the family at the viewings on Sunday, January 6th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and again on Monday, January 7th from 9:30 to 10:45 AM all at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 E. Dimple Dell Rd., (10600 S.), Sandy.