Susan Dooley Obituary
Sue was born on December 12th, 1952, to William and Bernadette Ridenour. She spent her early years in the Maryland area, where she later entered the Army. Her collegiate studies took her to Kansas State University, where she obtained a master's in accounting in 1980.
During her time in the Army, Sue met James Edward Dooley, Jr., whom she would later marry; they spent a loving 47 years together.
Sue spent most of her career as the Deputy Director of Budget & Finance for the Department of Safety and Correctional Services before her retirement in 2013. She also enjoyed reading and vacationing in her spare time.
Sue is survived by her husband, James Edward Dooley, Jr.; Sons James Edward Dooley III and Patrick William Dooley; Grandchild Jason P. Dooley; Brothers William "Bill" Ridenour, Thomas "Tom" Ridenour, and Sister Carol Von Der Linden. In addition, she leaves behind many cherished friends. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Bernadette Ridenour.
Relatives and Friends may visit at the Donaldson Funeral Home, P.A. on Sunday, November 10th from 2-6pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Resurrection of our Lord Catholic Church on Monday, November 11th at 11am. A burial will take place at Maryland Veteran's Cemetery Garrison Forrest on Monday, November 25th at 11:30am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation.
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Nicholas Norman
November 10, 2024
Sue always displayed a positive attitude despite her health issues and was willing to take my calls to answer questions even at times when she was on her way to or from the doctor´s office. She was always encouraging and used her vast knowledge for the betterment of the department. She will definitely be missed - may she rest in peace.
Sarah Augustus
November 10, 2024
I will remember when COVID was very active, and she told me I better get myself down to the jails to receive my shot. That I did! I will miss her knowledge about finance and payroll. She was a great friend and Boss.
Always,
Sarah Augustus
Ann Miranda
November 8, 2024
Sue was always a gentle and kind person. I never saw her mean to anyone. I am a second cousin who will miss her dearly
Toyin Bakare
November 8, 2024
Rest in peace, Sue!
I met and worked with Sue at DPSCS in the Division of Financial Services for several years. She was supportive of my career advancement in the Department; she taught me so much and I learnt a lot from her. She was very funny, always excited to talk about her travels, and she was always willing to share her knowledge (boy, was she a wealth of it!) of the Division, Department, processes, systems, etc. I could ask her questions for days and she would take her time to answer all of them.
You will be missed. I am glad to have met you and worked with you.
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Nija Roberts
November 6, 2024
Sue was such an instrumental part of my career. She took me under her wing as a new accountant and exposed me to the State budget cycle. Her commitment to preserving her life´s work even after she retired and the foundation she laid helped me to excel. Her support was a significant reason I was able to succeed as CFO. Now that I have left DPSCS, the lessons she taught continue to help me. She has left an indelible impact and her legacy continues to remain. She will be missed.
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