Marilyn Sue Riemer, affectionately known as Susie, entered Heaven on October 12, 2025. Born on August 22, 1953, in Harrisonville, Missouri, she embraced her role as a dedicated homemaker, where she fostered a warm and nurturing environment for her family while working part-time.
Susie was married to her beloved husband, Richard Riemer, with whom she shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they built a life centered around faith, love, family, and enduring commitment. Her strength and resilience were evident in all aspects of her life; she was known as a fighter who faced challenges with unwavering courage and faith, an example of faith to be emulated.
One of her greatest joys came from her children and grandchildren. Whether her own or those she considered her own Susie loved watching over them, offering her time, affection, and care. Family was indeed the cornerstone of her life, and she treasured the close-knit relationships she cultivated throughout her years. If you knew Susie, you knew love. If you were a friend of Susie’s, you quickly became family. Susie was a long-time member of Crosspointe Community Church where she truly loved so many and kept increasing the size of her family!
Susie is survived by her devoted husband, Richard Riemer, of Ottawa, Kansas, her daughter, Rachel (Kevin) Davidson, of Gardner, Kansas, grandsons Keanon, Kaden and Christopher Davidson, granddaughter Britney Davidson, Sisters Laura Pacheco (Ricky Roth), Dinah (Clyde) Atchison, Christina (Jeff) Brewer, brothers Danny Tipton and David (Cyndi)Tipton, brothers-in-law Alvie Tate, J.W. Schoonover and Max Riemer, sisters-in-law Charlotte (Alex) Jones and Goldie (Donnie) Harkins as well as many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Samuel D. Tipton and Eleanor R. (Suddarth) Tipton, daughter, Rebecca “Becky” Riemer, son, Michael Riemer, grandson, Brandon Davidson, brother and sister-in-law Sam (Donna) Tipton, and sisters Mary Coffman, Anna Tate and Rose Schoonover.
Susie leaves behind a loving legacy characterized by her unwavering dedication to her family, her faith, her compassionate spirit, and her remarkable ability to bring light into the lives of those she touched. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Richmond Healthcare & Rehab Center c/o Dengel & Son Mortuary, 235 S. Hickory, Ottawa, Kansas 66067.
