BORN

1948

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes & Crematory - Staunton

18 West Frederick Street

Staunton, Virginia

Susan Shiflett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 7, 2016.

Susan Ruth (Croyl) Shiflett, 68, of Staunton passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at her home.

Born August 14, 1948 in Somerset, PA, she was the daughter of Elton Croyl and the late Bonard Croyl.

Along with her husband, Susan owned and operated The Dragon's Hoard in Staunton. She loved playing games, flying rockets and seeing all of the children come in and out of the store.

In addition to her mother, Mrs. Shiflett is survived by her husband, Harry Shiflett; daughter, Rebecca Shiflett of Atlanta, GA; brother, Nathaniel Croyl of Staunton; sisters, Bonnie Williams of Raleigh, NC and Holly Brooks of Staunton; as well as a number of nieces, nephews and close friends.

Following cremation, a memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2016. If you wish to attend the service, please contact the family.

In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, 505 Eighth Ave., Suite 902, New York, NY 10018.

Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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September 8, 2016

Butch so sorry to hear about Nikki you and your daughter are both in our thoughts and prayers would love to see you lots of love sent your way Teddy Nuckols Painter and family

September 8, 2016

Khory Hawkins

I'm sorry I won't be able to be there to send Susan along her path. Her family is in my thoughts and will be all day. I know she'll have all the love she needs to carry her, and plenty left over to help the heavy hearts she leaves behind. I wish I'd known her better.

September 8, 2016

Michael Knighting

The world needs more special people like Susan. Her loss is a loss to us all. I am glad our paths crossed even if only for a relatively short time. She will be missed.

September 8, 2016

Susan Sutton

Harry so sorry for your loss. I know Susan has been thru rough times. Know that she is in a better place now and that you will see her again. I am Allen Sutton's mother and I will be praying for you. Allen will be there to meet her in heaven I am sure . Keep the faith until you meet again.

Susan Sutton

September 7, 2016

Joni Starkey

I would have loved to have known Susan better. Fortunately, she is now at peace. Thinking, of all, of you (more often than you know) and especially now. Love Always, Joni and Victoria Starkey.

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