Susan Stafford Obituary

Susan Fitzgerald Stafford, 84, ended her courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) on March 14, 2017. Sue dedicated her life to serving others. Sue was an amazing wife and mother - family was always at the core of Sue's world. Her greatest joys included family, cooking, and her many beloved pets.

Sue had a wonderful career in the nursing field spanning over 40 years specializing in neo-natal, respiratory, home-health, and hospice care. While her children were young, Sue worked at the kids' elementary school as teacher so she could be near them. After MS prohibited Sue from working full time, Sue's passion became volunteering in the Colorado Springs community. She nurtured children, educated at-risk expectant mothers, and worked tirelessly for many years at multiple local hospice agencies comforting families in their times of need.

Sue is survived by her husband, Bob Stafford, her sister, Jean Buffamante, her five children: Rob (and Nora) Stafford, Carolyn (and Mike) Boggs, Liz (and Bill Mitchell Jr.) Stafford, Tim (and Erlinda) Stafford, and Phil (and Joyce) Stafford along with her eleven grandchildren: Robert and Garhett Stafford, Chloe and Ben Boggs, Valerie and Alli Brown, Levi and Letti Stafford, and Philip, Sarah, and Nate Stafford.

There will be a private family service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Sue's name to either the Springs Rescue Mission (5 W. Las Vegas St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903) or Best Friends Animal Society (www.bestfriends.org) would be greatly appreciated.

To share condolences, visit www.cappadonafh.com. Her children will read them at their private family service.

As a wonderful wife, mom, and grammy, Sue will be missed dearly by those who loved her.