Susan (Su`) Dean Tate Sanders, 63, a beloved wife, daughter and sister passed away September 21, 2022.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Bryant-Grant funeral home.
Su` was born August 30, 1959 in Miami, Florida. She is preceded in death by her father, James C. Tate, her brother, Craig F. Tate and Aunt Dot Dickerson. Su` is survived by her loving husband Larry Edward Sanders, her mother, Peggy Farabee Tate and partner, John Gayman, two brothers, Scott (Vicky) Tate and Steven Tate, nieces Taylor, Michelle, and Nicole, two nephews, Brian and Cody and cousin Emily, and her fur babies, Tiger, Missy, and Jack Jack.
Su` worked in the restaurant business for over 40 years and was affectionately referred to as "the Queen of Tough Love". Su` loved what she did and became the work mom for many of her team members. She encouraged her team to follow their dreams and work hard to reach their goals. Su` always had a smile and a "welcome to work" attitude because she loved what she did and wanted work to be a happy and fun place to be. Regardless of challenges, Su` lived life to the fullest. She loved her family, friends and fur babies with passion and heart. All who knew Su` will remember her unforgettable smile and laugh that warmed the soul. She was loved and will be missed by so many. Fly high sweet Su` until we see you again. "Right!"
On behalf of Su`'s love for people and animals please make donations to the Hospice House Foundation of WNC at PO Box 815, Franklin, NC 28744 or Appalachian Animal Rescue Center at 851 Lake Emory Road, Franklin, NC 28734.
Bryant-Grant Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Sanders family. Online condolences may be made at www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com.
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