Susan (Sachko) Cerepak, 96, of NE Minneapolis, passed away on August 1, 2024. In her final days, she was surrounded by family including her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, nieces and nephews. Her 3 children were by her side as she passed.
Susan worked many years in ‘Birth and Death records’ for both the City of Minneapolis and Hennepin County where she retired. She was a lifetime member of the Holy Cross Rosary Society.
Her family was her pride and joy and Susan always enjoyed spending time with them. She loved and was loved by 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and shared a special bond with each of them. Watching their activities in person and online brought her great joy. She was known for her delicious cheesecake and loved bringing it to gatherings. She also enjoyed taking trips with friends and going to the Casino.
Susan is preceded in death by her husband Chester, and siblings Mary Joseph, John Sachko, Ann Grapp, Peter Sachko, and William Sachko. She leaves behind her children, Renee (David) Cates, Bruce (Sharon), and Brian (Kasia). Grandchildren (Ryan (Kara), Kevin (Amy), Jonathan (Michelle), Michael (Bethany), Elizabeth, Rachel (Chase), and Philip (Paula). Great-grandchildren (Jake, Ariella, Isla, Natalie, Mikayla, Wyatt, Parker, Skylar, Benjamin, Emma and Owen). Sisters Helen Gulbrandsen, Irene Wareham, and Katherine Handley.
Susan brought a unique touch to everything she did leaving a legacy of love, laughter, family values, and memories. May she rest in eternal peace.
Through hard work, Susan had everything that she wanted in life. Her belief was to help others and does not want donations or memorials in her name. Instead, do a random act of kindness for someone and pay it forward.
A Celebration of life will be held on Monday, August 26th at 11:00 a.m. at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy. 65 NE, Fridley, MN. Visitation one hour prior and a luncheon following the service.
Monday, August 26, 2024
11:00am - 12:00 pm (Central time)
Miller Funeral Home & Crematory
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