Susan M. Hayes

Susan M. Hayes, lovingly known as Sue, passed away on October 11, 2026, at the age of 78. She was born on May 28, 1948, in Oak Park, and throughout her life she remained, above all, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her.

Sue is survived by her husband of 56 years (Edward Hayes), her daughter and son-in-law (Julie and Brian Dittman), her son and daughter-in-law (Mike and Lynn Hayes) and her son and daughter-in-law (Scott and Amanda Hayes). She also leaves behind a cherished circle of grandchildren: Ryan Dittman, Hayley Dittman, Will Dittman, Maddie Hayes, Grace Hayes, Ava Hayes and Ella Hayes. Sue is also survived by her brothers Tim Lambin (Roberta), Mark Lambin and David Lambin (Debbie). The love and connections that shaped her life, live on through her family, keeping her close in their memories and hearts.

She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Warren and Marjorie Lambin, and by her brother, John Lambin. She held their memory close to her heart and is now reunited with them in peace.

Susan graduated from Elmhurst College with a Bachelor's degree in Special Education and went on to get her Master's degree from St. Xavier University. She was a much-loved special education teacher for the Elmhurst School District until her retirement in 2014.  Her retirement gave her more time to spend doing the things she enjoyed such as babysitting her grandchildren, taking care of her dogs, reading, home decorating and crafting.

While she considered her Master's degree one of her highest achievements, it wasn't her greatest. Her greatest achievements were her children and grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart. 

Sue’s life is remembered with love by her family and friends. Her memory will remain a lasting blessing to everyone whose life she touched. She will remain in our hearts forever.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Salerno's Rosedale Chapels, 450 W Lake St, Roselle, Illinois 60172. A chapel service will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Salerno's Rosedale Chapels. Family and friends are asked to begin gathering at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home on Thursday morning.