Susan Kamphausen, 74, of Huntley died June 12, 2023. Susan was born in Chicago on September 10, 1948, to Clarence and Dorothy (Wede) Schroeder. She married William Kamphausen on October 28, 2018, and the couple shared many happy memories prior to Susan’s passing. . Before retirement Sue spent years in the food service industry, retail and teaching sewing. She introduced her then young children to travel by camping out west. In retirement, she enjoyed a variety of hobbies and experiences which included sewing and crafts, cooking, and travel. She participated in many Sun City activities, enjoying the Sew ‘n Sews, Woodchucks, cards, and concerts. Sue expanded the Dress-a-Girl sewing project to involve dozens of Del Webb participants, who created over 200 sun dresses of various colors/sizes distributed worldwide. Bill and Sue enjoyed family time and travel with their friends, children and grandchildren. Entertaining, cooking, and travel were hobbies they shared.
Susan is survived by her beloved husband William Kamphausen, her children Krista (Jim) Watson, Jason (Kimi) Mueller, along with her grandchildren Trey, Nate, and William, Kayler and Jacob.
Susan is proceeded in death by her parents Clarence and Dorothy Schroeder, and her stepbrother Robert Froom.
A visitation will be Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 10 a.m. to time of Memorial Service 11 a.m. All at Shepherd of the Prairie, 10805 Main St, Huntley, IL 60142.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran church.
For further information, please contact the DeFiore Funeral Home, 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be posted at www.defiorefuneral.com
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So sorry. May you find comfort through memories
I am so sorry for your loss. She was one of the most accomplished and talented women I have known. As well, she was a beautiful person, inside and out. I hope that in time, you will find peace and treasure wonderful memories of Sue.
I am so saddened to learn of Sue's passing. She was a beacon of light in my life--always smiling, happy and positive. It was a privilege knowing her as her sewing student and friend. We spent time together at each other's house and, of course, at sewing classes. I have so many beautiful garments thanks to Sue that will forever remind me of her loving kindness. I was particularly close with Sue during her moves, helping her navigate the challenges, her drives to/from Northbrook and eventually her decision to move on. She handled everything with sincerity and spirit. All of these traits are those that I admire and will carry forward. She will be greatly missed. May her memory be a blessing.
My heart aches for you Billy and your family. I’m so honored to had Sue’s friendship and will miss her! Rest in Peace sweet lady.
Sue was an amazing lady and I’m so blessed to have so many great memories with her! She was a 2nd mom to me and loved me like I was one of her own.
My thought and prayers are with you Bill. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was so active and caring and full of life.
Sue was a wonderful friend during our high school and college days. Bill, I’m so sorry for your and your families’ loss. But her positive and creative gifts are now our treasured memories we can carry with us into our futures. I’m so grateful for her friendship.
Sue has been my sewing teacher for many years and had taught me many great things. I was very sad when I heard about her death as she was this beacon of light. I would always look forward to Monday afternoon sewing with Sue. Now, I am going into college majoring in Fashion because of the art that Sue had instilled in me at a young age. I would always be appreciative of her and everything that she thought me. I offer my deepest condolences to the family.
Sue has been my sewing teacher for many years and had taught me many great things. I was very sad when I heard about her death as she was this beacon of light. I would always look forward to Monday afternoon sewing with Sue. Now, I am going into college majoring in Fashion because of the art that Sue had instilled in me at a young age. I would always be appreciative of her and everything that she thought me. I offer my deepest condolences to the family.