Susan R. Cook, 66, of Wooster passed away Friday, November 14, 2025, at UH Cleveland Medical Center.
She was born on June 24, 1959, in Martins Ferry, Ohio to Bill Sr. and Barbara Kurth Bostancic.
Sue was a 1977 graduate of Wooster High School and received a bachelor’s degree from Ashland University. She was a department manager at Westfield Insurance. She continued working in the insurance business in St. Croix, U.S.V.I. where she lived for 12 years. Sue did a lot of volunteer work at St. Croix animal welfare shelter where she fostered more than 70 dogs before their adoption. She also volunteered at halfway houses for less fortunate people in both St. Croix and Wooster. She loved scuba diving and achieved a rating of master scuba diver. She was also involved in martial arts on St. Croix (Sansei Issinryu). Sue enjoyed her monthly lunches with her women’s group of lifelong friends, and her bicycle trips throughout Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Susan most of all had a passionate love for all dogs and leaves behind her beloved dog, Moose.
She is survived by her dad Bill Sr., and stepmother Diane her siblings Bill (Andrea) Bostancic Jr., Roger Bostancic, Lynne (Mark) Geib all of Wooster and her step siblings Matt (Nikki) Smith and Amy (Curt Jr.) Murray both of Wooster. Sue is also survived by her ex-husband (but still best friend) Scott Cook of Lambertville, MI.
Susan was preceded in death by her mother Barbara.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Shreve Community Church 430 N. Main St., Shreve.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Wayne County Dog Shelter, 5694 Burbank Rd., Wooster, Ohio 44691 or to an animal shelter of the person’s choice.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be directed to mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
I had the pleasure of working with Sue for nine years at Westfield Life. She was the consummate professional and was part of a great team that provided outstanding service to our agents and policyholders. I was honored to offer my recommendation for her as she pursued employment opportunities after Westfield. I’m saddened to learn of her passing at such a young age.
Sometimes there are no words. My sincere condolences to the Bostancic family.
Very sad to hear of Sue’s passing. Though we had lost touch, she was a good friend during my time at Westfield Life. I know she will be missed.
I’m still in shock. Sue was the first new friend I met when I moved back to Wooster 2.5 years ago. As her new next door neighbor she welcomed me to the neighborhood with open arms. We connected instantly. My heart is broken for her entire family, and her love Moose.
Sending prayers for the family 🙏🏻. I will miss seeing Susan walking Moose. My heart goes out to all of her family.
Although I didn’t know Susan, I knew of her love of dogs and her efforts to provide homes for as many as possible. I’m so sorry to hear of her death. Diane and Bill, I will keep you in my prayers during this very difficult time. May God’s love sustain and comfort you.
I had the pleasure of working with Sue at Farmer boy. She was a classy lady and a sweetheart. Rest easy Sue
I am so very sad to hear of Sue’s passing. I knew her on St. Croix – she was such a sweet, kind, Loving lady. Even after both of us left the island, I always received birthday wishes from her every year. My heart goes out to her family and to all those who knew and Loved her.
Sending prayers and love to the family.
Sue was one of my very best friends growing up in Wooster.
So many fond memories of our days riding our bikes all over Wooster.
Sue was a wonderful, beautiful, sweet soul that I will forever love.
I can’t hardly believe she’s gone! I got to know Sue and Moose on their walks when we lived in town. Prayers to her family during this difficult time. We lost a good one!
I just found out today and my heart and prayers go out to Sue’s family and friends. I knew Sue for over 4 years and she was the sweetest! I will miss her very much!