Susan Mary Stetson

Rochester, NH - Susan Mary (Dober) Stetson, 82,  passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at Portsmouth Regional Hospital with her loving family around her. Susan was born on November 9, 1939 in Spanish Room, Newfoundland, Canada to Alphonsus and Bridget (Coady) Dober. Susan was survived by her daughters, Angela Reinholtz and her husband Erik Reinholtz, and Jennifer Powers and her husband Bill Powers of Rochester NH; their father, Peter Stetson of Dover NH; and grandchildren, Kyle Morrison, Haley Butler, Amy Powers, and Hannah Reinholtz. She also had ten siblings and an abundance of nieces and nephews, each whom she loved dearly. Susan graduated high school from the Sacred Heart School in Marystown. After high school, she joined the Sisters of Mercy, where she served twelve years. During her service in the Convent, she completed her Bachelors in Education. Susan taught the first and second grade in Canada, and after moving to the United States, worked as a paraprofessional in surrounding schools for many years. Susan was a long time member of The Holy Rosary Church, before joining St Mary's Parish. She has always been a devout Catholic. She served as a member for The School of Healing Prayer, The Healing Ministry, The Marian Movement, The Bereavement Ministry, The Holy Cross Associates, and as an Eucarisitc Minister. Susan also taught the Catholic religion to children for generations. Susan will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She touched the lives of so many, leaving fond memories behind. A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 10AM in St. Mary's Church, 71 Lowell Street, Rochester NH. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery at 11AM, and Luncheon at 12PM. Please come and share your memories of Susan at any point of the celebration.