Mrs. Susan R. Robertson

Susan R. (Ryan) Robertson, 94, of Albany Township, died on Thursday, December 1, 2022, in Cornerstone Living, Weisenberg Township, where she had been a patient since August. She was the widow of Chester J. Robertson, Jr. (Bob), who died November 28, 2008. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Susan was a daughter of the late Clarence C. and Helen (McClure) Ryan. Susan was a member of Kempton New Church, Kempton.

Susan received a Master's Degree in Social work from Smith College, Northampton, Massachusetts. Prior to marriage to Bob, she worked as a psychiatric social worker, then focused on raising her family.

Susan was one of the first licensed bird handlers through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Association; She also volunteered extensively with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Association; Susan and her late husband, Bob, both volunteers, established the Nest Box program at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, where she also helped in educating interns from around the world. For her efforts, she received the Hawk Mountain Warden's Award in 2013; the Pennsylvania Conservationist Award in 1997; and Walt Disney World Conservation Award in 2014. Susan was also a member and volunteer with Kempton Fire Company; and Albany Township Historical Society. She enjoyed playing Scrabble; and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. 4:00 PM was the perfect time for a happy hour Scotch.

Sue is survived by two sons: Douglas A., husband of Zanna A. (Alden) Robertson, Kempton; and James M., husband of Cheryl L. (Angstadt) Robertson, Kempton; three grandchildren: Lindsey R. (Robertson), wife of Rory R. Dietrich; Alexander R., husband of Alessandra O. (Karpowicz) Robertson; and Devin M., husband of Amanda L. (Gamache) Robertson; and three great grandchildren: Makenna L. Dietrich; Everly A. Dietrich and Luca John Robertson. In addition to her husband, Chester, and her parents, Susan was predeceased by a son, John C. Robertson; and brothers: Dr. Richard A. Ryan and Douglas C. Ryan.

A memorial service to celebrate and honor Susan's life will be held on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at 4:00 PM at the Kempton New Church, 583 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation with the family from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM in the church library. Inurnment in Kempton New Church Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.

The family requests contributions be made in Susan's memory to Kempton Fire Company, PO Box 62, Kempton, PA 19529; or Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton, PA 19529. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff and administration of Cornerstone Living for their excellent care of Sue.

Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.Ludwickfh.com.