Susan Diane Anderson Obituary in Ankeny at Memorial Services of Iowa

Obituary For Susan Diane Anderson

Susan “Susie” Diane Anderson, 72, passed away March 19, 2026, at EveryStep Kavanagh House in Des Moines, Iowa.

She was born July 20, 1953, in Des Moines, Iowa, to William and Dorothy (Noonan) Downey.

Susie loved her family and animals. She enjoyed spending time tending to her flowers on her patio and growing herbs to use in the salads she made.

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Charlie; daughter, Sarah; son, Sam; brothers, Steve Downey and Tom Downey; and great-aunt, Kay Sargent.

She is preceded in death by her mother and father.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Richard Deming for his assistance during this difficult time, and to his team at the Richard Deming Cancer Center. They also thank the staff at EveryStep Kavanagh House for their compassion and care.

In lieu of cards or flowers, the family asks you to consider donating to the Richard Deming Cancer Center or to EveryStep Kavanagh House.

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I am very sad to learn of Susie's passing. Susie became a great friend to me when I was new to Ankeny High School in 1969 after we had several classes together. Our senior year, we often snuck out to lunch at the local Pizza Hut -- got caught once by the Principal and got off with a stern warning. A few years after graduation, we were both legal secretaries in Des Moines and met for lunch several times. I moved away from Iowa, but I remember her just as she was so many years ago -- fun and joyful. I send my deepest condolences to Charlie and children. My her memory be a blessing.

Pam (Lemon) Wood

So sad to learn of Sue's passing . R.I.P. Sue. Thoughts and prayers to her family. Joe (Joey) Pitts Sue always called me Joey .😊

Joe Pitts

I'm saddened n surprised to learn of Susie's passing. I send all her family my sympathy n I'm asking God to comfort your hurting hearts as you cope n grieve. We grew up together since kindergarten-at our Ankeny Methodist Church, and Parkview n Neveln schools. Susie was an outstanding basketball player n competitor. Her sunny smile n energy will always be remembered fondly by all of us who knew her. Denise Jones (Logli)

Denise Jones

So sorry to about Susie's passing. Knowing her as a member of our Ankeny High School class of 1971, I'm sure she put up the good fight through her illness. Always a smiling bundle of energy, she will be missed by her loving family. Rest in peace, Susie. Ron Sampson

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