Susan Lynne McClure

Susan “Sue” Lynne Mulhern McClure passed away peacefully at the VNA Hospice in Valparaiso on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the age of 59. She was born on September 7, 1960 in Altoona, PA to Patrick and Helen Mulhern. Susan resided in the Hessville neighborhood of Hammond and graduated from Morton High School in 1978. After high school Susan selflessly raised three children on her own. She graduated from Purdue University in 1994 with a Bachelors degree in Management. After graduating from Purdue, Susan began working for Arby’s in August of 1995 as a manager. Through hard work and determination, she became a Nationally Certified Training Manager. She worked for the Arby’s brand for over 24 years. Susan loved her job especially guiding and coaching the next generation of leaders. Susan is survived by her mother, Helen Mulhern of Hammond; husband, Scott McClure of Valparaiso; loving children, Jacob (Jennifer) Addington of Calumet Township, Sarah (Chris) Rotas of Schererville, and Rachel (Jim) Menz of Lake Village; brothers Patrick (Mary) Mulhern of Calumet Township, Tim (Julie) Mulhern of Boca Raton, FL, and Mike Mulhern of Hammond; sister Brenda Mulhern of Highland; grandchildren Ariel, Zachary, Kristen, Jalyssa, Robyn, Nicholas, Josette, Paige, Lorelai, Jimmy, and Jacob Jr; step grandchildren Cody, Josephine, and Margaret. She was preceded in death by her father, Patrick Mulhern, sister Dorie Brown, and baby nephew Russell Brown. Susan was an avid story teller and loved to regale her children and grandchildren with stories of her childhood. She was also a peacemaker and lived by the mantra of peace, love, and hope. She was a mentor and inspiration to her children, grandchildren, and coworkers. Susan would often lend an ear for someone or a offer a shoulder to cry on. She was always supportive, hopeful, and found the silver lining in all situations. Susan was also an amazing artist. She shared her love of art and creativity with her children and grandchildren, and encouraged them to pursue their talents. She loved her grandbabies and her role as “Nana Susie”. Susan was also a feisty woman with a great sense of humor. She was known for her witty sayings and innuendos that would embarrass her children and made her giggle. She impacted the lives of many and will be missed by all A visitation is scheduled for Friday December 13, 2019 at Kuiper Funeral Home, 9039 Kleinman Rd, Highland, Indiana from 4pm – 8pm. A funeral is scheduled for Saturday December 14, 2019 at 12pm at Kuiper Funeral Home. Shawn Cornett will officiate the ceremony. Burial will take place directly after at Chapel Lawn Cemetery. All are welcome to attend to celebrate Susan’s life.