Susan Ellen Strazza of Cedar Creek, Texas peacefully passed away in Waco on Thursday November 1, 2018 at the age of 62.
She was closely surrounded and carried by family and friends who provided around-the-clock care during her long and courageous battle with cancer.
Sue was born in Greenwich Connecticut on March 13, 1956.
She, and her husband, Thomas Strazza raised their seven children together. A devoted wife, mother and member of Heritage Ministries for 39 years she always brought the family together, selflessly taking care of others, and bringing joy and hope to everyone her life touched. Her home always being a refuge of love, joy and hospitality to all she hosted. In addition to caring for her family, she worked alongside her husband in the family business Community Trucking, LLC.
She is preceded in death by her brother John Watson of Boca Raton, Florida.
She is survived by her husband, Thomas Strazza of Cedar Creek; and their seven children, Frank and his wife, Amy, Thomas and his wife, Luana, Michelle and her husband, Roland, Joseph and his wife, Dena, Kristen, Rebekah, and Nathanael. Also survived by her father, Douglas Watson and his wife, Claire; her mother, Theresa Sansonetti; brother, Doug Watson; sister, Maria Payton and her husband, Frazier Payton; sister, Melissa Watson all of Florida; and sister-in-law, Joan DiSanto and her husband, Anthony DiSanto of New York.;10 grandchildren: Katilee, Mark, Jonathan, Joshua, Silas, Micah, Lucas, Zackary, Grace and Guilia; and nieces and nephews Christina, Cory, Ryan, Kyle, Mark, Nicole, and Kenny Jr.
The funeral services will be held at the church of Heritage Ministries at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 located at 496 Halbert LN Waco, TX 76705.
Flowers and donations can also be sent to the address above.
Condolences(5)
James & Debra DeBona
Longmont, CO Friday, November 9, 2018 Rest in peace my dear cousin - until we meet again someday.Jim, Deb, Mathew & Ryan DeBona.
Tish Gaines
Waco, TX Tuesday, November 6, 2018 All of us at Providence Hospice wish to express our sincerest condolences for your loss. Knowing and helping to care for Susan was a true blessing. May your memories of her carry you through this difficult time.Lisa
Waco, TX Sunday, November 4, 2018 May God's promise at John 5:28,29 of a future resurrection bring you comfort. Until that time comes, he assures us at Psalm 34:18 that he "is close to the brokenhearted" and "saves those who are crushed in spirit." So he understands your pain and grief and is eager to help you by giving you the strength you need to cope during this most difficult time. (Philippians 4:13)Cheryl arcand
Lake worth, FL Sunday, November 4, 2018 May she Rest In Peace and love.Annette Biondo Combs
GREENWICH, CT Sunday, November 4, 2018 My deepest sympathy to the entire Strazza family. Sue was always the kindest and loving woman and will be missed so very much. May she rest in peace in heaven. Sending our love and condolences to the Strazza family. Annette Biondo Combs