Susan Elsbeth Horton

She was born on December 20th, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois - but Got to Texas as fast as she could. Flour Buff in Corpus Christi, was one of her favorite places to be, even though Houston is where she called home. Galveston was another place that was dear to her heart. There were many summers spent there with Cassie for sandcastle competition. She loved to feel the ocean salt in her hair. She wanted to be everywhere, for everyone and she always did her best to spread her love endlessly.

She is proceeded in death by her mom, Billie, her brother, Bob, her sister, Karen, her sister, Donna Sue, her sister, Barbara, mom Danley and her nephew, Andrew.

She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Falcon and husband, Richard Falcon, granddaughter, Cassandra Fauser and husband, Gregory Fauser, granddaughter Samantha Falcon and grandson Ricky Falcon and girlfriend, Makenzie Jenkins.

She is also survived by lots of brothers and sisters. Sisters, Donna and Anna. And brothers, Tommy, Butch, Jeff and Freddy. As well as Danley family siblings Lynda, Kay, Denise, Dan, Kenny, Larry and Dennis.

She is also survived by her dogs, Princess, Ellie and Rocky. She would be mad if we did not also mention Daisy, Stanley, Jake and Sara. Dogs were much more than that - they were family. Dogs were her favorite. If you had a dog with you - she wanted to pet it and spoil it and give it love. She donated to animal shelters anytime there was a need. (She couldn't go volunteer in the shelter because she would end up taking them all home!)

She was committed to her family. Her love had no end. She was the rock of the family - the glue that held everyone together. Wherever the family went, she went. Every single holiday, every single birthday, every single birth, death, and everything in between - she was there.

For many years, it was just her and Jennifer. Through many of life's ups and downs - they stuck together always.

As life got busy and time went by, Jennifer moved away for a while. But when she came home - she brought back something that would change her life forever; her 1st grandchild, Cassie. Jennifer said "God gave Cassie to me for you". Adding Cassie into her life made her heart heal from pain she had dealt with in the past. When her grandson, Ricky was born - she now had 2 people to give her a reason to smile more, laugh more and enjoy life more with. Then Sammy was born, and the 3 of her grandkids because the complete center of her world. Greg came along over 13 years ago, and became her grandson, too. She would always say how blessed she was to have her grandkids, because they helped to keep her young. Most weekends were spent over at Gammy's house having sleepovers as the kids grew up.

She adored having Jennifer over to have morning coffee outside on the patio, or going out to breakfast together all the time. This was precious time just for the 2 of them. A time of reflection, laughs and joy for each of them. All she wanted was to make sure that Jennifer was happy. She was so thankful for Jennifer for bringing new life into the world, through having children of her own, and making her a Gammy.

Along with Cassie and Greg, the 3 of them purchased their dream home in 2018. This home was for more than just the 3 of them. It was for endless days in the pool, sleepovers, family dinners, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and so much more. A home might just be walls to some people, but to the 3 of them, it represented a place of comfort where you could be yourself, and be loved. That home holds memories that can never be taken away.

She loved when Ricky and Sammy would come over to the house just to talk with her and discuss what was going on in their life. Their school, their relationships, anything that mattered to them - mattered to her. Her grandkids might be 31, 29, 22 and 19 - but they all still crawled into her bed and came to her for advice, comfort and healing words.

Christmas was a different kind of love for her. It actually became quite the obsession in the house (which Cassie definitly inherited). She said that there was something so magical about Christmas that she could feel. Christmas brought everyone together to take a little bit more time to celebrate God and family. She was lovingly known as "Gammy-Clause". (If you know, you know).

During the last year of her life, she took care of her sister, Donna Sue as she was sick. She moved her into her home, took her to doctor appointments, made sure she ate, etc. She then went back to Corpus Christi with Donna Sue, where she helped to care for her until her last breathe. She knew that she was needed, and she was right there.

When she came back home in late July, she only had a little bit of time at home before she got sick. She was in the hospital and rehab facility for 1 day short of 12 weeks when she passed away. She never gave up - she was fighting until her very last breathe. She wanted so badly to get better so she could go back home to her family and dogs, she did not want to leave them. In the end, her body was very tired and it could not go on anymore. Surrounded by her family, Cassie told her "It's ok to go now Gammy" and everyone said their "I love you" - and she went peacefully. And while she left her family with broken hearts - she also got to leave behind her struggles. She never has to experience the pain of any kind again - she is free. She is in God's hands now and because she believed, we will all see her again when our time comes.

To say that she was giving, would be an understatement. She gave with all she had. Her love, her time, her money, her smile. She gave it all away - if it meant that someone else did not have to suffer or be sad.

She was selfless in ways that people looked up to her for. Though she never wanted the glory for what she was doing. She simply gave because her heart led her to do so.

When anyone would tell her they felt like they were being a burden, she would always reassure them that they were not - they were anything but that. We all need some help sometimes. She never met a stranger. She would make conversations with people at the gas station, grocery store, etc. Anywhere she went, she could find a way to brighten someones day.

It was important to her to mention Cobb Fendley - the company she worked at for over 29 years. She decided to retire so she could relax - but what really happened is that she went back part time for a while to stay busy. She was so committed in her job there. The people, her coworkers who turned into friends - were so special to her. She looked forward to her daily calls with Ronn and her lunches with Leah and Wilma. She had many other people who she deeply cared for who worked there.

To know her was to adore her. She was easy to love.

It must be pointed out - she donated so much of her time and money to many different places. She was a part of Soldier's Angels, where she would donate not only money, but also collected many items that our troops were needing to send over to them. She donated to the high-school for each of the grandkids so that it helped each of their programs excel. She donated to the local women's shelter when there was a need or if there were things not being used, that they could use. And last but not least - she donated to animals in need. This was a huge tug on her heart - and she really felt like she made a difference by helping animals in need

Her life mattered.

She made a difference.

What a joy it was to be loved by her.

We are the lucky ones.

The family will celebrate and honor her life on Saturday, October 23rd at 10:00AM at Forest Park - Westheimer in the chapel. A reception will follow at the same location with light food.

Please do not wear all black - she wanted everyone to dress comfortable and in colors.

She adored flowers. If you want to send something for her service or to the family, you can send them directly to the funeral home or Cassandra Fauser can give you her address, or Jennifer's address.