Susan Metta Waits
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Jul 17th, 2018
- Death Date: Jul 17, 2018
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Biography: Susan Metta Waits, 34, died Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at UAMS in Little Rock with her family by her side. She leaves her mother, Shirley; her father, Lyndal; her brother, Jason; and her grandmother, Florene (Mimi); her uncle Terry Waits; aunt Rona Waits; cousin Amanda Annear (Allister) and Ella; and Sarah Waits. Susan was preceded in death by her father?s parents, Mason and Irene Waits and her mother?s father, Jack Renfro. Born in Paragould, Arkansas on April 8, 1984, her family moved to Batesville, Arkansas when she was 7 months old. She graduated from Batesville High School and the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville. With great determination, she moved to New York City and lived there 10 years until in 2016 she moved to Los Angeles, California. Her ability to write about fashion led her to become the fashion director at PureWow, a digital media company that publishes women?s lifestyle content. Susan had a passion to serve others in mission projects. In high school she was active in the United Methodist mission projects. In college she was involved in the Wesley Foundation where she worked in New Orleans doing clean up following Hurricane Katrina. While living in New York she travelled to the devastated Rockaway Island to serve survivors of Hurricane Sandy. The family wishes to thank the ICU and the Infusion Center staff at UAMS for their excellent and compassionate care during her admission. In lieu of flowers, please show your love for Susan in any one of these ways; American Cancer Society, ASPCA or your local Humane Society, Batesville First United Methodist Church Youth, Susan Waits Memorial Fund at First Community Bank ? Batesville. A graveside service will be held on July 28, 2018 at 2:00pm at Old Rondo Cemetery near Texarkana, Arkansas.
Condolences(66)
Jerry and Leveta Gist
#66
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thougths and prayers.
Betsey McLain
#65
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan was a LIGHT! And she had the best laugh. When I think about the times I spent with her in NYC and LA, I hear her laughter and can see her blue eyes sparkling. She was such an amazing person?so kind, so thoughtful, so smart, witty and talented. I'm so thankful to have known her and I will miss her dearly. Much love to the Waits family.
-Betsey
-Betsey
SALLY MULLIS
#64
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Prayers to the Waits family. Susan is sitting on the right side of the LORD and I can see her beautiful smile.
Glen and Kirstin (Swindler) Johnson
#63
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Ms. Shirley and Mr. Lyndal,
My sincerest love and prayers are with you and family as you face this overwhelmingly difficult time of loss. Susan was not just loved but ADORED by countless people, me included, and is dearly missed. I pray you feel love and comfort and peace that can only come from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as you celebrate her beautiful life today as well as in the coming days, weeks, and months ahead.
- Kirstin/Keeks
My sincerest love and prayers are with you and family as you face this overwhelmingly difficult time of loss. Susan was not just loved but ADORED by countless people, me included, and is dearly missed. I pray you feel love and comfort and peace that can only come from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as you celebrate her beautiful life today as well as in the coming days, weeks, and months ahead.
- Kirstin/Keeks
Jennifer Koontz
#62
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan was such a dear friend and a lovely young woman. We will miss her and are holding her family in our prayers.
#61
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Harold & Elaine Beaver
#60
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lyndal & Shirley - We couldn?t imagine a greater loss than that of a child. Elaine and I wish God?s many blessings over both of you, as well as Jason and Grandma Mimi, during this time of loss. All our best.
Sonia Nix
#59
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
David Henning
#58
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
David, Kim, Hunter, and Shawn
The Henning Family
David, Kim, Hunter, and Shawn
The Henning Family
Lupe Gray
#57
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Shirley, Lyndal and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Susan. She was beautiful. I have thought of you often and know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May the Lord be with you all.
Linda Futrell
#56
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
May God wrap his arms around your family and give you strength . I send you hugs and many prayers .
Sarah Launius
#55
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I wanted to express my condolences to Mrs. Shirley and Mr. Lyndal through this time. Taking care of sweet Susan will be a memory I won?t soon forget. She was a precious soul. Sending my thoughts and prayers of peace to you guys throughout the coming weeks.
-Nurse Sarah
-Nurse Sarah
Paul C. Bube
#54
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dear Shirley, Lyndal, and Jason, Knowing how sad I am, I can only guess your pain and sorrow. I got the news here in China and wish so much that I could be back in Batesville to express my condolences in person. Susan was a light in this world. She brought happiness and kindness with her wherever she went. I am so grateful that she is one of the first people our daughters met and got to know when we moved to Arkansas in 2001. My prayers are with you. With much love.
Caitlin Crawford
#53
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan and I weren't close, but I am very saddened to learn of her passing. We worked together during a very difficult time in my life and I will always remember her as the kindest, most genuine person in that workplace. She was truly unique - her compassion stood out and made you leave every interaction feeling warm and cared for. Her energy has made the world a better place - thank you Suz.
Dana Dickey
#52
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My profound condolences for your loss. As Susan's colleague and friend, I learned so much about not only turns of phrase but more importantly, how to turn a stranger into a friend. She was brilliant, funny and so so kind. Shirley I feel so lucky to have met you and witness your grace as a mom, and I send prayers for you and your family. Thank you for bringing such a beautiful woman into our lives.
Bill and Diane Johnston
#51
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lyndal and family, we're so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
carol board
#50
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I was so sorry to hear of Susan's death. My heart is with all of you, Love, Carol
Kathy Clements
#49
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know Susan, but others have told me what a wonderful person she was. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Boyd
#48
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lyndal I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Mark Headley (ArDOT)
#47
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray God gives you comfort and strength during this time.
Bill & Mary Goodin
#46
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
There are no words. We love you in your loss of Susan. There was no one more special than Susan.
We pray for you in this time of grief. We grieve with you.
Bill & Mary
We pray for you in this time of grief. We grieve with you.
Bill & Mary
Cesar and Carmen Aleman
#45
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Accept our most sincere condolences
Sharon Mills
#44
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Shirley & family so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around & hold you close during this hard time. Your family will be in my thoughts & prayers. Take care my friend
Sharon
Sharon
cindy augustine
#43
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I'm so sorry for your loss, Waits family.
Susan was incredibly, amazingly supportive and helpful during my cancer fight and I only wish we all had more time with her on this side.
I wish her family and friend much peace and strength during this difficult times and will continue to channel her strength during my own battle.
Susan was incredibly, amazingly supportive and helpful during my cancer fight and I only wish we all had more time with her on this side.
I wish her family and friend much peace and strength during this difficult times and will continue to channel her strength during my own battle.
Fred and Carlotte Heyde
#42
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Margee & Rick Castleberry
#41
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Prayers for this sweet family whom we have been blessed to know.
John and ashley beaty and kids
#40
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
The few times we have seen Susan she was such a sweet girl!mimi always talked highly about her sweet Susan. We are sorry for the family's loss. We love you all so very much!
Mike Pankey
#39
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My sincere condolences & prayers go out to the Waits family. May God be with you all at such a hard trial in your lives. God Bless
Jon & Jennifer Hidy
#38
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
So very sorry for you loss! Love and prayers to you all!
Randy Seale
#37
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I did not know Susan, but do know the people that loved her the most. My heart goes out to you during this time. Her willingness to serve others shows that her parents and church family brought her up in the love of Jesus. May she rest in the love of God and may you find comfort in, one day, seeing her again in glory.
Dick Bernard
#36
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Peace at last...Now your beautiful daughter/sister has her wings and a lovely smile on her face. You were there for me, so I sent a prayer note to Bonnie so she is there for Susan...no doubt they are discussing fashion and great deals..
My love to you, and my prayers..
Dick
My love to you, and my prayers..
Dick
Ruby and Ton Curl
#35
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss. Your FUMC family are with you always.
Ron & Sarah Morris
#34
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My wife & I did not know Susan, but we regret the sorrow you feel. We?ve grieved the loss of sons who were younger than her and died in accidents rather than illness, but the sense of loss is the same. I?m sure it doesn?t feel so right now, but we can tell you that as time passes you will be able to remember more of the good times and dwell less on your loss. We found that each person grieves in a different way and at different times, so we encourage each of you to allow for those differences in your families.
We are of the Christian faith and we dealt with our pain based on our belief that God is still sovereign even when we don?t understand tragedy. May you find comfort as you walk through this ?valley of the shadow of death? and may friends share their good memories of Susan with you.
We are of the Christian faith and we dealt with our pain based on our belief that God is still sovereign even when we don?t understand tragedy. May you find comfort as you walk through this ?valley of the shadow of death? and may friends share their good memories of Susan with you.
Allison Frase Reavis
#33
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I went on mission trips with Susan during college with the Wesley Foundation. I remember as a freshman, in Florida after hurricane Ivan, Susan was so fun to be around. I was always laughing at her stories, and she would always stand up and say what everyone else was thinking. I'm so sad to hear of her passing. I'm not surprised to hear so many talk about what light she was. She truly did brighten up a room with her presence.
Vicki Davis
#32
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I met Susan through OMP! She was on staff for a couple of camps my daughter & I participated in. I truly don?t know if I?ve ever met a single person with a more joyful soul! I can?t imagine how much she will be missed by everyone in her life.
I?m grateful I got to spend two weeks with her...my soul is better by knowing Susan! So many prayers for you!
I?m grateful I got to spend two weeks with her...my soul is better by knowing Susan! So many prayers for you!
Beth Ritter Christiansen
#31
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
What a beautiful daughter you raised, with a heart for serving others. Our love to you all.
Bernard Raley
#30
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bernard Raley
Troy and Beverly Massey
#29
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Waits family.
Suzanne Kofoid
#28
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My deepest sympathy in the loss of this beautiful young woman, both in appearance and soul.
Marcy Wells
#27
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan was an amazing woman! I loved watching her grow in high school and then following her accomplishments as she moved on. She had such a wonderful positive, but genuine outlook. My heart goes out to her family and friends. Susan will definitely be greatly missed!!
mary a. luster
#26
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan was a special young woman, full of grace and love. She fought a good fight.
With our deepest sympathy.
With our deepest sympathy.
Sandra Humphreys
#25
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Oliver joins me in sending love to all of you in this sad time. May you feel God?s presence and may he wrap you in love, grace, and peace.
I made my first christening gown for Susan and still cherish that memory.
Much love to you.
I made my first christening gown for Susan and still cherish that memory.
Much love to you.
Cheryl Lichti
#24
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lyndal, Shirley and Jason:
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I?m holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Cheryl
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I?m holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Cheryl
Tom Cummins
#23
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lyndal, Shirley, and Jason,
Just wanted to express my deep sorrow for your loss. Susan was and amazing young woman and meant so much to our family, especially our daughters. Words cannot express howdeeply we feel your loss. I pray that God?s peace surrounds you.
Tom
Just wanted to express my deep sorrow for your loss. Susan was and amazing young woman and meant so much to our family, especially our daughters. Words cannot express howdeeply we feel your loss. I pray that God?s peace surrounds you.
Tom
Randy and Kristen Cross
#22
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We are thinking of you all. Much love and many prayers.
Sarah Campbell
#21
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Praying for the family. Susan was always a sweetheart
Michael Oh
#20
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan, is not only a true friend of mine while we worked together at Niche Media, but am example of a strong portrayal of an individual of genuine beliefs and a fighter. She will be deeply missed and may her soul Rest In Peace back in the hands of God.
Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy and condolences for this has caught me by surprise. I have just lost another friend whom I have the most respect for in my life.
Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy and condolences for this has caught me by surprise. I have just lost another friend whom I have the most respect for in my life.
Betty Cockrill
#19
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My thoughts and prayers for each of you. May God give you a peace that only He can give. Love to you.
Carolyn and Tony Thompson
#18
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
May God comfort you in your loss.
Mary Jo Parker
#17
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Waits Family,
Thinking of youse. Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Mary Jo
Thinking of youse. Wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Mary Jo
Jeff Smith
#16
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am so sorry for your family?s loss. Susan was great person and will be missed. The time she was here she touched many lives in such a positive way. Susan was very fortunate to have a great family that made her that way. Love y?all!
Ted Hall
#15
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
One great person!!!
Very proud of her of life!!
God Bless!
Andrea Burnett
#14
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am so sorry for your loss. Susan would always light up a room with her wonderful smile and spirit. I can remember many sleepovers and birthday parties with Susan when we were kids.
Rebecca Garrison
#13
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lyndal and Shirley, My heart is broken! We have lost a precious light but it will never be put our completely because someone like Susan has a permanent place in our hearts! My life and my world have been impacted by her happiness, servant attitude, and the fair way she treated everyone she met. I love you guys so much and pray for peace to surround you.
Love, Becky
Love, Becky
Tim Dunlap
#12
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am very sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.
Crystal Coldwell Reed
#11
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Susan will be missed by many. She made a huge impact on everyone she met.
Class of 2002 fly high Susan.
Class of 2002 fly high Susan.
Susie Cummins
#10
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Susan and so do my children. She was a bright light to everyone who knew her.
Holly & David Wilkerson
#9
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We are so sorry for your loss. Susan was such a special friend
with a heart of gold and a smile that would light up the room. Prayers for comfort during this most difficult time. Love you all and praying!! Holly, David & Shea
with a heart of gold and a smile that would light up the room. Prayers for comfort during this most difficult time. Love you all and praying!! Holly, David & Shea
Mary Ann Marshall
#8
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Lyndal & Shirley, I am so very sorry for the loss of Susan. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Ann Marshall
Mary Ann Marshall
Barker Family
#7
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Prayers for all. Much love.
Gayle Stobaugh
#6
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Susan has been such an inspiration to so many people. My condolences and prayers to her family.
Dana Manuel
#5
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Cledas and I are so sorry for your separation. We rejoice with you that she is no longer in pain and that through the promise of Jesus sacrifice that you will be with her again one day. Prayers for comfort during these very difficult days.
Dana
Dana
Ann and Cecil Riitter
#4
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
So sorry to hear of Susan?s passing. We are praying for your family. Love, Ann and Cecil
Evelyn Schuck
#3
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dear Shirley and Lyndal,
May God wrap you in his arms and hold you tight as long as needed. We love you and are praying for you.
May God wrap you in his arms and hold you tight as long as needed. We love you and are praying for you.
Renee Kimmer Pearson
#2
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Prayers for the Waits' family. I love you all!
Toi and Johnny McMullin
#1
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We love you!!
Toi and Johnny
We love you!!
Toi and Johnny