Susan Joan Jacoby (Curtin) It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Susan Joan Jacoby (Curtin) age 74, of Marshfield, Wisconsin. Susan succumbed to cancer on Sunday, February 5, 2023. She passed peacefully, surrounded by family in her home.

Susan was born December 13, 1948 to Jerome and Beverly Curtin (Ewert) in Elgin, IL. She was the third born of eleven children. The Curtin family returned to the Richfield area. Susan enjoyed sharing her memories from her childhood on the farm which included finding things to do to entertain themselves with her siblings and neighborhood friends.

Susan attended the Shady Nook Elementary, Marshfield Middle and High Schools. She received many nicknames including Sue, Skinny, Scrub, and Lovey. Susan enjoyed dancing at the ballroom in Rozellville, WI where she eventually met her husband Russell Jacoby. Russell and Susan were united in marriage on June 3, 1967 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Hewitt. They raised their four children in the Richfield/Marshfield area. Susan became interested in the human anatomy after her son's tragic accident and pursued an Associate's Degree through Mid-State Technical College as a Surgical Technician. She also worked in the Dietary, Surgery, and Medical Records departments at St. Joseph's Hospital where she retired on October 16, 2013.

Susan would always greet her family and friends with the biggest smile and warmest hugs. Susan was strong, loving, caring, positive, incredibly brave, affectionate, and honest. She loved hard and always brought out the best in people. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, who were always her #1 priority throughout her life. Susan greatly enjoyed her mother/sister outings, road trips to see the countryside, "headin' down" to the casino, family hayrides, grandchildren's sporting events, special overnights with the grands, picture taking, the Brewers, Packers, her "main man" Alan Jackson, country western music, dancing, morning coffee, and caring for little ones. She was known for her Mid-Western (hour-long or more) goodbyes.

Susan is survived by her loving husband of 55 years Russell. Her four children: David Jacoby (Jodi Bushman), Steven Jacoby, Jason Jacoby, and Rebecca "Beckee" (Eric) Trubee. 11 Grandchildren: Cierra (Tyler) Smazal, Felicia Jacoby, Desirae (Devin) Schreiner, Stacia Jacoby (Kole Oppman), Teanna (Lucas) Krier, Cale Jacoby, Kaleigh Jacoby (Logan Klisch), Elizabeth Jacoby, Landen, Kallyn, and Aubryn Trubee. 7 Great Grandchildren: Hunter and Haevyn Smazal, Hudson Schreiner, Easton and Kashton Krier, and 2 babies on the way. Mother Beverly Curtin. Ten siblings: Ronald "RJ" (Dee) Curtin, Sandy (James) Wilcott, Bob Curtin, Sharon (George) Kelz, Debbie (Gene) Andrew, Pamela (Pat) Smith, Jim (Linda) Curtin, Diane Rupe, Jerry (Teri) Curtin, Rick (Deanna) Curtin. In-Laws: Billy Jacoby, Lois (Jim) Riehle, Jan (Ralph) Carpenter. God Children: Curt Wilcott, Jesse Curtin, Brian and Clayton Kelz, Fallon Brooks. Aunts/uncles, cousins, nephews/nieces, many dear friends throughout her lifetime and her special pet cat "Pretty Girl".

She is preceded in death by her father Jerome Curtin. In-Laws: Viola and Gust Jacoby, Diane Curtin, Jr. Guldan, Judy Jacoby, Jean and Bill Caspers, aunts/uncles, and dear friends.

A special thank you to the family and close friends who took time to care for and visit the last few months. Susan was so blessed by the outpouring of unconditional love and support from all who came to see her during her journey. Thank you to Dr. Yeboah, Oncology, Wound Ostomy and MMC Hospital staff, Compassus Home Hospice, and Deanna Curtin for the compassionate care.

Susan was the epitome of selflessness until the very end. She was so full of life and wanted to be here in the worst way, but was accepting of the cards she was dealt. Her legacy will live on through our hearts, minds, and memories.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, beginning at 9:00 a.m., with a funeral mass at 12:00 p.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church (11100 Main St, Hewitt, WI 54441). Susan will be laid to rest at a later date.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS