Susan Jacqueline Uminski (Johnson)

Uminski, Susan Jacqueline (Johnson) MIDDLETON Susan Jacqueline (Johnson) Uminski passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on Monday, Sept. 29, 2008. Born Feb. 3, 1949, in Chicago, Ill. to George W. Johnson and Evelyn W. (Bauer) Johnson, Susan was raised in Middleton, Wis. and was a 1967 graduate of Middleton High School. She received her bachelor of arts in elementary education from UW - Platteville in 1974 before returning to Middleton to begin her 37-year teaching career at St. Bernard Parochial School (1969-74) and Elm Lawn Elementary School (1974-2005). She touched the lives of generations of children and their families and was a beloved member of her "second family" - the Elm Lawn teachers and staff. On June 14, 1969, Susie married her high school sweetheart, Dan Uminski. They raised their family in Middleton and spent more than 40 years together as dedicated partners, sharing in each others dreams. Susie found joy in the beauty of nature and traveling the country, making many cherished memories, especially at her favorite places- Camp Balsams, Devils Lake, the Tetons, Utah, Montana, and her cottage at Crystal Lake. Susie and Dan devoted their lives to their children, Joe (Tara Niesen), Joan (Lonnie Riddle) and Julie. Two years ago they welcomed their first grandchild, Kaden William, son of Joe and Tara, and a second grandchild is due this fall to Joan and Lonnie. She is also survived by her sister, Ellyn "Kookie" Tanner; her brother, George W. Johnson Jr. (Diane Rowland); Dans parents. Phyllis and Bill Uminski; three sisters-in-law, Cindy (Bob) Polan, Debbie (Dave) Weber and Wendy Harris; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins whose love has been immeasurable. Susie was preceded in death by her parents; and recently her brother-in-law, Bert Tanner. Susie and her family wish to thank the many family, friends and community members that have offered continuous kindness and support. A special thank you to all the members of her UW Hospital care team. A visitation will be held Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME 7435 University Ave., Middleton. Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at MIDDLETON COMMUNITY CHURCH, 645 Schewe Road, (corner of Schewe Road and Old Sauk Road) Middleton. Visitation will also be held beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the church on Friday. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the UW Paul P. Carbone Comprehensive Cancer Center in the name of Susan Uminski.