Susan Silk Hamilton's memory board

Diane Van Etten Mom 1943

Diane Van Etten Wasn't she lovely?

Diane Van Etten Mom through her younger years.

Diane Van Etten Mom loved music!

Diane Van Etten Although this is from her second wedding in March 1966, Mom and Dad eloped in September 1965 and kept it a secret while Dad went back to school.

Diane Van Etten Mom modeling in a concept car at Alcoa

Diane Van Etten Mom with her first child.

Diane Van Etten She loved to travel and take all of us traveling.

Diane Van Etten My first birthday. Mom always enjoyed celebrating others.

Diane Van Etten Trip to Jacksonville to see her sister, Bonnie

Diane Van Etten Mom loved having kids! Very pregnant here with Jennifer on her strong little body.

Diane Van Etten Christmas 1973. Mom getting us ready for pictures.

Diane Van Etten She loved the beach and gave her kids and grandkids that same love! This is Bethany Beach, Delaware.

Diane Van Etten She’d just had her fourth child, but she didn’t want the other ones not to feel special! Day after Nancy was born….up and around like she didn’t just give birth!

Diane Van Etten Mom and Jennifer (4 yrs old) on Halloween…just 7 days after baby sis Nancy was born. Grandpap Brad and Grandma Mavis also in the pic!

Diane Van Etten Mom and her girls Christmas 1977

Diane Van Etten Mom pregnant with JJ just a few days after Christmas 1978

Esteban Mendez This picture shows the love we had for each other. Since the first day that I stepped in her house she cared about me as a real mother and that was priceless. We used to talk a lot about my future at that time and later on, when I grew older I was so proud to share with her my professional achievements and my new family (my wife Sabrina and my daughter Martina). We shared a very funny sense of humor, we could tease each other a lot and everything were laughs. I will miss her a lot and I will be always thankful to her.

Esteban Mendez Susan´s visit to Buenos Aires was in March and April 2012. I couldn't be happier to see each other after almost 12 years since I had been living in Edmond. We got to see a lot of places in Buenos Aires, she loved the small coffes and the traditional argentinian BBQs.

Mylinda Morris The ultimate cheerleader at the game and in life! Susan, Mum- my other mother, always opened her heart and gave her time, energy and unconditional love to others. Her shoulders were strong enough to constantly lean on and made all the worries of the world disappear. Thankful for her open arms, love, laughter and friendship.

Nancy Springer She brought joy and laughter to everyone she knew and her grandchildren were the love of her life. She will be missed deeply and dearly and her shoes will never be filled.

Julie E

Susan Reynolds Boyd Susan and Susan had a such blast attending concerts together.

Jennifer Hamilton My mother was my rock, my confidant, my best friend and my biggest fan. Her love was truly unconditional. She supported me through all of my life’s journeys and stood beside me through all the highs and lows. Her loyalty was unwavering. She made me giggle infinite number of times. I love her as much as humanly possible. I am so incredibly blessed that this incredible, amazing, strong, loving soul was my mother. My heart is in pieces. I can’t explain just how deeply and crushingly she will be missed. I love you momma.

Diane Van Etten Her first grandchild getting married.

Julie E Photos of my mom throughout the years.

Jennifer Hamilton This picture was taken in the morning, just hours before my mom passed away. When I looked up to the sky, I saw a long line of continuous clouds. I knew these were all the loving souls, lined up, waiting to welcome her. The sun, bursting from behind, revealed an angel, her wings wide open, who was there to embrace her and carry her to the eternal place of peace and love.