Susan Jackson Buchanan

susan buchanan

November 6, 1952 ~ November 28, 2024

Born in: Asheville, NC
Resided in: Los Angeles, CA

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Susan Jackson Buchanan took her final journey home on November 28, 2024, leaving a legacy that’s just as vibrant and colorful as the life she led. Born on November 6, 1952, in Asheville, Susan’s life was a tapestry woven with threads of faith, family, and fierce love. A devoted Christian, her life was a testimony to her beliefs, offering wisdom and guidance to all who knew her.

In 1980, she married her soulmate, David, who preceded her in passing but surely greeted her with open arms. Together, they built a life filled with laughter, love, and a shared commitment to family. Susan made a career of nurturing her family as a dedicated homemaker—what a wonderful job she did. Her children, Jared and Brittany, can attest to the fiery love she enveloped them in, and are guided and watched over by their now guardian angel. Her advice—sometimes given with a dose of playful sass—was always worth its weight in gold. Like the unforgettable Clairee in Steel Magnolias, she often said, “I’m just too colorful for words”, and indeed, she painted her world with vibrant hues of kindness, courage, and laughter.

Among those who will carry her spirit are her son Jared, daughter Brittany, sister Anne Lingelbach, and brother Jeffrey Jackson. She also leaves behind her daughter-in-law Julie and her grandchildren, Elizabeth, Elya, and Evan. Her family tree, so carefully nurtured, will continue to grow, inspired by her endless love.

Friends and family will gather to honor Susan’s remarkable life at Groce Funeral Home on December 7, 2024, with a visitation for family and friends from 12 pm to 1 pm followed by a service at 1 pm officiated by Pastor Dennis Thurman. She will be laid to rest beside her beloved David at Forest Lawn Memorial Park—a place where love stories like theirs never end.

Susan’s love was vast and her legacy immense; she leaves behind a world brighter for having been in it. Those who loved her are certain that heaven’s got another angel, with a few suggestions on how God can rearrange the furniture.

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Visitation: December 7, 2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Funeral Service: December 7, 2024 1:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

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Burial: December 7, 2024 2:00 pm

Forest Lawn Memorial Park
1498 Sand Hill Rd.
Candler, NC 28715
(828)667-8715

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  1. My heart is broken. We will all figure out how to “get it together” without you. Fly high my sweet sister. I got Jared and Brittany for you. You were the best sister anyone could ask for.

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    • Anne… I am so sorry to hear of your sister’s passing. We graduated from high school and I never saw her again, but I can still hear her infectious laugh and cherish the memories we made together.

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  2. Mom your sudden passing is so heart breaking this new normal is going to be a hard transition. Give dad and our family in heaven a big hug for me. I love you…..

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  3. Susan was so authentic and fun to talk to. In any and every situation she will be fondly remembered by me as being fun and genuine candid interesting and kind. What a fabulous soul that will I believe be remembered by all. I am sure heaven is more fun than before. Thank you for your life and witness!
    Roger and Laura Green

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  5. Mrs. Susan was a shining light! My favorite thing she would do is when she gets on to her son and says “ahhhwww Jared!” In her southern draw, Over his temper or attitude. She was the sweetest and classiest of women. She raised a beautiful family and will forever be prideful of it. She will be missed by so so many. We love you Susan!

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  6. Aunt Susie, your passing has definitely been hard for all of us. You will be missed and your memories will be cherished forever. I love you and know you’ll watch over us all with Uncle David and Grandmother and Papaw.

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  7. Susan was definitely one of a kind for those that knew her knew just how colorful she was . She would do anything to help you out if you were on her good side … 😆 🤣 😂 She was honest as the day was long and also funny in a naive way. I guess God needed her and had other plans for her .Her passing is breaking my heart for Susan’s family especially for her kids 💔 because our Mothers are very Special to us. Rest in Peace Susan and keep a close watch over your kids.

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  8. I’m sorry for the families shock and grief. Susan called me every day on the way to chemo. I was in her wedding. First cousins. I know her children, grand children and the rest of the family will miss her terribly.

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  9. We always remember the ways someone makes us feel. From the moment I met Susan she made me feel like family. Her honesty, grace and love for family was something beautiful to see. From watching her transform any room into something so amazing and gorgeous. Then to investing so much into the people she loved. Her bravery, honesty and her loving push to keep going no matter what made everyone around her better people. Hearing her simple phase of “get it together” made all life’s messes seem so simple. Your presence will be missed in so many ways. Praying for the family. May you rest in peace with loved ones.

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  10. I feel incredibly lucky and blessed to have known Susan. While she began as simply “my friend’s mom,” she quickly became so much more—a compassionate listener, a source of encouragement, and someone who could always lift my spirits. Susan had an unwavering dedication to those she loved. She was fiercely loyal and always went above and beyond to support and advocate for the people in her life. Her love and kindness left a lasting impact, and her memory will continue to inspire and live on in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

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  11. Susan was a one of a kind in every sense of the word. She lead with authenticity and showed up in the world as herself, which was someone many could go to for a laugh, support, and a honest opinion. I am personally grateful to Susan for instilling such strong female values in her daughter, who is a gem of a human that has enhanced my life in a multitude of ways. Its a testament to the person that raised her. She will be missed by all who had a chance to know her.

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  12. Susan was always Susan – a wonderful mother, wife and friend.
    Our deepest sympathies to the family.
    She will be dearly missed.
    Pam and Dudley

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  13. Aunt Suzie I don’t know what to do without your love and guidance. I guess I will figure it out. Although you have left this earth I know you will always be here in our heart holding us together like you have for so long. I love you aunt suzie 🤎

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  14. Dear Anne and family: We are truly sorry for the sudden loss of such a beautiful person. There is no doubt that Susan loved her family and she did it well. May you hold those precious memories close to your heart. We are praying for God’s amazing grace and comfort to sustain each one of you.

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  15. To Jeff and Anne,I’m very sorry for the loss of your sister,she was always so very pretty!!! May God be with the whole family at this hard time and always!!

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