Sue Comer

Sue Comer, 73, of Dawson, formerly of Itasca, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Sue was born on June 8, 1953, in San Marcos, Texas, to Tommy Wilhelm and Bea Tramp. In 1970, she moved to Itasca, Texas, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and service.

Sue always loved telling the story of how her love story with Hollis began. She would smile as she recalled sitting on her front porch when Hollis drove by and asked if she wanted to go for a ride. That simple invitation marked the beginning of a lifelong journey together. On June 26, 1971, they were married and went on to share nearly 51 years of marriage, building a life filled with love, laughter, faith, and unwavering devotion to one another until Hollis's passing. Together they enjoyed countless weekends camping at Lake Whitney with dear friends, traveling, and taking fun-filled casino trips to Oklahoma and Louisiana. No matter where they went, they simply loved being together.

Her greatest joy was her family. She often said that becoming a mother was life's greatest blessing, and she treasured every moment spent with her daughters. Later in life, becoming "Nana" to her grandchildren brought her immeasurable happiness. Her love extended far beyond her own family. She lovingly "adopted" a few of her grandchildren's closest friends, proudly telling them, "I'm adopting you. I'm your Nana now," and loving them as if they had always been part of the family. Nothing made her smile more than spending time with those she loved, celebrating their accomplishments, and simply being together.

Sue devoted more than 20 years of service to the City of Itasca, where she found not only a career but a true calling. She genuinely loved serving her community and considered it a privilege to help the people of Itasca. She made people feel seen, heard, and valued, and her compassionate spirit left a lasting impression on everyone who walked through the doors. Her coworkers and the citizens she served knew they could count on Sue because she truly cared about people. The relationships she built during her years with the city became lifelong friendships. She was a familiar and trusted face within the community. Serving the people of Itasca brought her genuine joy and fulfillment.

In her final months, Sue showed remarkable courage and grace. Even through illness, her love for her family never faded. She found comfort simply being surrounded by those she loved most, and her devotion to them remained evident until her final moments. Though our hearts are broken, we find peace in knowing she has been reunited with those who went before her and is now free from pain. Her legacy of unconditional love, unwavering faith, selfless service, and quiet strength will continue to live on through all who were blessed to know her. Those who knew Sue will remember her warm smile, generous heart, unwavering faith, and the way she always made others feel welcome. Her life was a beautiful example of loving deeply, serving faithfully, and finding joy in the simple moments.

Sue showed us that a life is not measured by the years we live, but by the love we leave behind. She leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to live in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who were blessed to know her. She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Hollis Comer; Baby Comer; her parents, Tommy Wilhelm and Bea Tramp; her stepfather, Wilburn Tramp; her parents-in-law, James "Bus" Comer and Vada Comer; Ann and F.L. Upchurch; Dorothy "Dot" and Melvin Hestand; Richard Comer; three beloved nephews; and one beloved niece.

Sue leaves behind her daughters, Holly Surginer and husband Brian of Hewitt and Michelle Mills and husband Rian of Corsicana; her cherished grandchildren, Jake Comer, Abby Mills, Cooper Mills, and Kane Surginer; her sister-in-law, Juanita Comer of Itasca; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and many dear friends whose lives were forever touched by her kindness.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Frazier Thompson and Ben Patrick for the love, friendship, and countless ways they cared for Sue following Hollis's passing. Living an hour away, our family found comfort in knowing they were always there to check on her, lend a helping hand, and provide support whenever it was needed. We are also deeply grateful to the many friends, neighbors, and members of the Itasca community who visited, checked in on her, and showed her kindness throughout the years. Your generosity, compassion, and friendship brought Sue great comfort and will never be forgotten.

Our family also extends our deepest appreciation to the extraordinary caregivers and staff of St. Anthony's Care Center and Community Providence Hospice. You cared for Sue with tenderness, compassion, dignity, and respect, treating her not simply as a resident or patient, but as family. Your gentle hands, comforting words, and genuine love brought peace to our family during one of life's most difficult seasons. Thank you for walking beside us on this journey and for ensuring Sue's final months were filled with comfort, kindness, and love.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Activity Fund at St. Anthony's Care Center in Waco, Texas, in Sue's memory. If you are looking for another meaningful way to honor Sue, please consider volunteering at a local nursing home or assisted living community. A friendly visit, kind conversation, or simply sharing your time can bring immeasurable joy and comfort to residents.