of West Memphis, AR
June 1, 1943 - August 6, 2024
Sue Bogard Dodd passed away on August 6, 2024 at the age of 81. Born in West Memphis, Arkansas on June 1, 1943 to Ed Bogard and Betty Bogard Buchanan. Sue was a lifelong educator, devout Christian and beloved mother and grandmother. After graduating from West Memphis High School, she attended the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville, where she was a proud member of Kappa Kappa Gamma, Southwestern at Memphis (now Rhodes College) and Memphis State University, where she received both a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Education. Sue was always proud of her education and was known in her family for her sharp mind and quick wit. She had a varied, impressive career as an educator and served as the Principal of Holy Cross Day School, where she also taught math and Spanish. She was a guidance counselor at Earle High School and eventually as the Director of Adult Education at Mid-South Community College-ASU Mid-South.
Sue was an avid reader and loved to gift books to anyone she met. In her retirement, she enjoyed baking for others and made her famous lemon pound cake for many a bank teller, pharmacist and family gathering. Sue suffered from Alzheimer's in the final years of her life and her family is grateful for the compassionate care she received at Quail Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. She was preceded in death by her younger sister, Kathy Bogard Page and is survived by her two daughters, Debbie (Macky) Sneed of Memphis, TN, Dana (Brad) Gardner of Germantown, TN; her niece, Tracy Ediger of Monterey, CA and nephew, Ryan Rodgers of Boise, ID; her six grandchildren, Adam (Anna) Sneed, Will (Natalie) Sneed, Sarah (Dylan) Sneed Waxler, Tyler Nelson, Conner Nelson and Alex Nelson and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at Holy Cross Episcopal Church in West Memphis on August 17, 2024 at 10:00AM with visitation staring at 9:30AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Holy Cross Episcopal Church or Literacy Mid-South.
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25 Condolence(s)
Sharon Loritz Turner
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Debbie and Dana,
We are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. As one of her cousins, I have many fond memories of growing up together. I will always remember her wit and humor. Sue was an amazing person with many accomplishments in her lifetime, and she will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Sharon and Michael Turner
Debbie Cooper Smith
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Debbie and Dana I’m so very sorry for your loss, prayers for you and your family today..
Bette Clark
Saturday, August 17, 2024
I send my love and prayers to Sue's family as they say their goodbyes to their loved one. Sue and I have been friends for many years and I have missed her during her long illness. Her obituary described her perfectly. She loved her chosen profession as an educator and was one of the best. I worked with her in the Adult Education Program at Mid South Community College where she was so caring and eager to help the adults attain their goal of receiving their GED and others in literacy classes. As her friend I was the recipient of many of the delicious lemon cakes mentioned in the obituary. In my bookshelves are many books she gifted me. You were blessed if you had Sue Dodd as a friend and I am proud to say I was one of those blessed. May you Rest In Peace dear friend.
Denetrius Moten-Parker
Friday, August 16, 2024
My sincere and deepest condolences to you and your family.
Nancy Hardy Pepper
Friday, August 16, 2024
I just saw this on Facebook. I am so extremely sorry. We were extended family for so long. I loved her very much. Praying for peace for everyone.
Barbara Orr
Friday, August 16, 2024
Dana, I am so sorry to hear this. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.
Sending lots of love and hugs.
Sidney Hamby
Friday, August 16, 2024
So sorry to hear this. Our prayers are with you.
Karri and Trevor Drake
Friday, August 16, 2024
Dana and Debbie, we are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Your mom was such a pleasure to be around. Praying for y’all and family in the coming days.
Reggie Jester
Friday, August 16, 2024
Hey Deb and Dana,
Sure sorry about your Mom’s passing but because of my own experiences it also comes as some sort of blessing. God Bless both of you, your Love for both your Mom, your Dad and all Family. May Sue Rest in Peace now restored in God’s presence and our memories “all my Love”…Reg
Jill Goodfellow Childers
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
I’m so sorry to see this. Gosh the stories with Miss Sue and mother. Sue, Donna, Pam and Peggy. Best friends since Kindergarten! I know one thing. Mom is sure happy to see her. Sending you girls so much love! Nobody loves us like our moms! We were lucky girls. Love you both!!
Heller Hodge
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Jolly Cross
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
She had a big impact on my young life. She was sent from God to guide us, and bless us for knowing her. Prayers and deepest condolences for her loving family
Lisa Bianchi
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
My deepest condolences to Dana and Debbie and the rest of the family. My Mimi, (Peggy Park) would always tell me about their fun conversations! Aunt Sue would send books to my little brother William and my daughter Lilly. What a wonderful woman she was who will not be forgotten.
Laura Edrington Vogt
Monday, August 12, 2024
Very fond memories of the Dodd family, especially Christmas. Debbie and Dana, remembering your mama will always spark the best memories.
Paula Catt
Monday, August 12, 2024
Dana, Your entire family has made such a loving impact in my life from your grandmother, Dad and your Mother. They all taught me and loved me at different stages of my life and every one of those memories will be remembered so fondly. My heart hurts for you and Debbie but know they are always with you now. Love, prayers and hugs…. ~Paula
Stephen Kneipp
Sunday, August 11, 2024
Way back in the 60’s before w moved to Waco, Tx my father and mother started Holy Cross and I met Sue. She was a good friend of the family. Even though I was only 9 years old, Sue impressed me with her strength of character. Rest in peace Sue and God comfort your family.
Keith Walters
Sunday, August 11, 2024
A teacher who made such a large, valuable, and lasting impression on my life. My condolences to her family.
jeanie hale martz
Sunday, August 11, 2024
Sue was a grand teacher and principal. We loved her so much. She will be sorely missed. Prayers for her family.
Alice Weisburd Raver
Sunday, August 11, 2024
Debbie and Dana, I adored your mother and she was always one of my favorite teachers. It was a blessing to see her again at the Holy Cross reunion. Her legacy as an amazing teacher will continue for generations.
Nanci Ross
Sunday, August 11, 2024
Debbie and Dana, I have such wonderful memories of my teaching days at Holy Cross with Sue as principal. She was an excellent communicator and made learning fun for the students and teachers! She left her “mark” on all of us who knew and loved her!
Ray O'Neal
Sunday, August 11, 2024
She had such a wit and was such a great teacher (and was also a neighbor ) She was so approachable and I feel blessed to have had her as a teacher.
Dawn Morgan Pierce
Friday, August 9, 2024
Debbie & Dana, I have many fond memories of your mom. Many from school & many from playing as a child at y’all’s home. Sending prayers for your entire family. I wish I could be there for you both.
My condolences,
Dawn
Anita Bell
Friday, August 9, 2024
Debbie and Dana
You know how I loved your mother.
We had such great times together
Sherri Luttrell
Thursday, August 8, 2024
Sue was my principal at Holy Cross Episcopal School and a wonderful friend. My years at Holy Cross are some of my best years teaching. Sue was a so great to work for. I will always have fond memories of Sue
milton morgan
Thursday, August 8, 2024
to debbie and dana my prayers are with you at this time i thought the world of both your mom and dad Hope you can find peace and comfort knowing they are both in a better place Love you both