Sue HarmanSue Harman, of Warsaw, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 10, 2022, while on vacation on Hilton Head Island. Her kindness, service to others, and love for her family, friends and community will be immeasurably missed by all who knew her.
Born Betty Sue Cooper, most knew her as Sue. She was born on March 20, 1946, to Gene and Jane Keller Cooper in Wabash. She was a 1964 graduate of Southwood High School, where she was the valedictorian of her class, and a 1968 graduate of Manchester University. She later earned a master’s in mathematics from Purdue University. She married Lee Harman, her college sweetheart, on Aug. 14, 1966. They shared 56 happy years together.
Sue was well-known and well-loved as a math teacher to generations of students at Warsaw Community High School. She and Lee enjoyed hiking, biking, watching sports and traveling. As an avid reader, she belonged to three different book clubs. Most of all, she treasured spending time with her family and beloved grandchildren.
A longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church and active community volunteer, she served in many leadership roles over the years. In recent years, Sue dedicated many hours to the Salvation Army Food Pantry. Guided by her strong faith, Sue’s life and her service were her witness.
Sue is survived by her husband, Lee Harman; her siblings, Ruth “Toby” (Galen) Clark, of Marion; and Tim (Patty) Cooper, of Wabash; her children: Matt (Lucy Bisognano) Harman, of Seattle, Wash.; Beth Harman Willer, of Dublin, Ohio; and Craig (Jean Lamont) Harman, of Louisville, Ky.; and five grandchildren: Owen, Alice, Sam, Rosa and Russell.
Titus Funeral Home, 2000 E. Sheridan St., Warsaw, is entrusted with Sue’s care. Friends may gather there on Friday, Oct. 21 from 3 to 7 p.m. On Saturday, Pastor Andrea Hughes will officiate Sue’s Funeral at Trinity United Methodist Church, 832 E. Center St., Warsaw; the service will begin at 11 a.m. with gathering for one hour prior.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to express their sympathy may give to either of the following: Trinity United Methodist Church or Salvation Army Food Pantry.
Written condolences may be left at www.TitusFuneralHome.com.
