She was born on July 1, 1943 in Dubois, Pennsylvania to Thomas and Velma (Connor) Bailey.
She married Robert Joe "Bob" Whelchel on May 17, 1977 in Angola, Indiana.
Susan was the Administrative Assistant at Elliott Manor in Angola for twenty years, and long time voting poll volunteer.
She was an avid collector of antiques and enjoyed traveling Europe with Bob. At home she was an active herb and wild flower gardener.
Survivors include her husband, Bob Whelchel of Angola, Indiana, children, Tracey (Alan) Best of Howe, Indiana, and Todd (Scout) Grimes of Fort Wayne, Indiana, five grandchildren, Hannah, Kate, Halley, Trevor, and Corey, and a great-grandson, Jackson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, John Bailey.
A visitation will be held from 2-4 pm Saturday, January 30, 2021 at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Indiana.
Following her wishes cremation will take place at this time.
Memorial Donations to Heartland Hospice.
