Obituaries

Esther Yon-Sook Suh, 81

September 02, 2024

Esther Yon-Sook Suh, 81, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on September 2, 2024. She was the wife of David Kwang-Eel Suh, with whom she celebrated 53 years of marriage this past June.

Born in Seoul, Korea, she was the eldest child of the late Hyung-Shik Han and Eun-Ye Kim Han. She lived through the Korean War and graduated from Ewha Women’s University in Seoul, Korea.

She worked for the Mennonite Central Committee in Taegu, Korea, and later co-owned and managed a fine jewelry and beauty supply store in Boston with her husband.

Esther was an active member of Forest Hills Mennonite Church in Leola. She enjoyed singing her entire life and started painting during her retirement.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Rosemary and Andrea, granddaughters Sophia and Hannah, grandson Isaac, and son-in-law Shawn.

Friends and family are invited to a memorial service on Saturday, October 5, 2024.to be held at Forest Hills Mennonite Church, 100 Quarry Road, Leola, PA at 11:00 a.m. Guests are invited to a visitation prior to service beginning at 10am.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her memory to PEER Servants, 591 North Avenue, Wakefield, MA 01880.

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Condolences to the Family

September 08, 2024

We are so sorry and stunned by this news of the loss of such a wonderful and dear friend.
Esther was a joyful, smart and faithful woman of God and we know that she is in the Lord’s presence.
We will cherish her love, contagious laughter and friendship with many beautiful memories.
We will truly miss her greatly!
Our sincere condolences to David and his family and we pray that God gives him and family His peace and comfort.
With our deepest sympathy and love,
Angie and David

September 07, 2024

I will miss Esther dearly. I have a fond memory of going to Guatemala with her and David for two weeks on a mission’s trip. I will hold that dear memory of her in my heart.
She was a beautiful person, cared deeply for the poor and had a relationship with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We also shared a love for singing and painting.
Esther, give Jesus my love for me and I will see you in heaven when the Lord calls me home!
Love.
Marcia & Jim Balducci

September 05, 2024

Esther brought a faithful, positive, godly presence in our Grace Chapel community. She and David were a constant source of encouragement to me and many others.
Pastor Bryan Wilkerson

Visitation: Saturday, October 05, 2024; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Forest Hills Mennonite Church; 100 Quarry Rd; Leola, PA 17540
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Services: Saturday, October 05, 2024; 11:00 AM; Forest Hills Mennonite Church; 100 Quarry Rd; Leola, PA 17540
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