Susan June White's Obituary
Susan June White (born Susan June Matlock), known to many as Nana, was a 70-year-old Oklahoma native, born in Oklahoma City. She moved to Tulsa as a child, where she lived the remainder of her life, including many years in Broken Arrow. Susan will be known first and foremost as Nana to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and to countless friends and family who experienced her love as boundless.
Susan lived generously, with a whimsical, creative, and free-spirited heart. She gave freely, beyond reason, and loved unconditionally. Her home, her heart, and her life were open places, and she never turned her back on those she cared about. Friends were welcomed as family, and many saw Susan as a mothering, encouraging presence who offered deep acceptance to all.
Susan loved fiercely and experienced meaningful relationships in different seasons of her life, each leaving its mark on who she became. She met people where they were, with compassion and without judgment.
Nursing was a natural calling for Susan, as she was a nurturer at heart. Susan was known as an exceptional nurse whose compassion extended to the most vulnerable. During a time when AIDS was heavily stigmatized, she cared for her patients with courage and dignity, ensuring no one had to face illness or death alone. Even after retirement, she continued to care for elderly or sick friends, family, and neighbors, offering kindness wherever she was needed.
Susan lived without judgment and never measured people by their skin, their faith, or who they loved. She simply loved generously. This quality is the most lasting impression and example she leaves with all who knew her.
In later years. Susan faced significant health challenges with quiet strength, rarely asking for help. Following her terminal diagnosis, her faith deepened, and she wholeheartedly gave her life and heart to Christ, though she had been living His example all along. She found a new peace and gently led many toward the hope of Jesus and healing from life’s hurts.
Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Arlie and Rosalea; her brother, Keith; and her beloved grandson, Kaleb. She is survived by her daughter, Kelly; her son, Trey; her son-in-law, Danny; countless grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a circle of friends who were family in every sense of the word.
Susan’s legacy lives on in the lives she touched, the love she gave so freely, and the grace she carried even through suffering. She is remembered as a woman who mirrored compassion, reflected faith, and truly believed in the goodness of people. Her love will always endure.
Susan passed away peacefully on January 29th, with her family by her side. Family and friends are invited to gather in celebration of her life on Saturday, February 14th, at 11:00 a.m. at Core Church of Aspen Creek, 5205 S Aspen Ave, Broken Arrow, OK. 74011. A reception will follow the service. In accordance with her wishes, she will be cremated.
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