Susie Canesche Croteau, 80, of East Haven, beloved wife of Alfred Croteau Jr., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at her home with her family by her side. Along with her husband, she is survived by her loving children Jamie (Scott) Abercrombie of Northford and Russell “Rusty” (Sheryl) Jones of Milford. Cherished grandmother of Kayla (Jack) Smith, Taylor (Bryce) Abercrombie, and Jameson Jones. Great-grandmother of Skylar, Zachary, and Madison Smith. She is also survived by her sisters Abbie (Billy) Winn and Janie (Sal) DeFrancesco. Stepmother of Alfred (Joyce), Robert, and Anthony Croteau. Step-grandmother of Hunter, Riley, Bella, Gavin, and Bailey Croteau. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Susie was born in Bridgeport on October 23, 1943, and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Betty Canesche. She spent a majority of her professional career working for The Bridgeport Post, People’s Bank and Bayer. She enjoyed trips to the casino, beach days, shopping with her daughter, and dining out with her friends and family. She loved weekend trips to Atlantic City and visiting the Bahamas. She had impeccable style, loved to host dinner for her family, and leaves us with countless memories full of joy and laughter. She will be missed by her lifelong friends Prudi and Carol and her Yorkie, Harley.
The visiting hours will be Saturday, March 9th from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929.
I had the pleasure of working with Susie at ENT, she was such a pleasure. Always had this beautiful smile and her style no one can out dress Susie with her high heels and cheetah dress 🥰. Susie was so caring, sweet and always willing to help anyone when they needed it. My kids and i were just talking about her last week remembering how she helped us total strangers when we most needed it. We will never forget her she will be missed dearly. Love you Susie Q (little nickname we have her) until we see eachother again. 💔❤️
Sue Sue was the best aunt. She was so sweet, kind, and funny. She had the best fashion sense and shoe collection. Sue Sue was always put together so well, even when she did not feel up to it. She battled breast cancer bravely, with grace and dignity. She will be forever in our hearts and dearly missed.
Dear Jamie & family,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom . Always such a profound loss but you get to carry her ways in your actions – your broken hearts have been loved deeply and hold all your best memories 💔 prayers @ comfort to all
With our deepest sympathy,
Corky & Bob Jermine