Suzanne Mary Christman, 84, died peacefully at the Phoebe Home, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Frederick W. Christman. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Frank W. and Hazel (Leiby) Hoss.

After graduating from Allentown High School in 1958, she embarked on a distinguished career in public education. Her experience included roles as a Title I Aide for nine years, a tax office secretary for 14 years and a warehouse secretary for two years, all in the Allentown School District.

Her dedication to education extended beyond her professional life. Upon retiring from the Allentown School District in 2003, she continued her support for education as an active member of PASR, where she served as the hospitality committee chairman for the Lehigh Chapter. She was recognized for her many years of exceptional service.

She also was very deeply involved in her church, Church of the Good Shepherd in Alburtis and community holding leadership positions in the Lower Lehigh AARP #4150, volunteering for Phoebe Home as an office clerk, as entertainment chairman for Alburtis and spent many of her later years working at the local voter registration office.

She was described by her friends as a one-of-a-kind individual — funny, strong-willed, independent and had the gift of gab. She was considered as the life of the party, according to her friends. An avid card player with the knack for winning, she also loved to travel and told it like it was. Above all, she cherished her family, including her extended family (as an honorary Schneck) and enjoyed quality time with her loved ones.

She is survived by daughters, Sherri and her fiancé, Joseph Chipkar, of Whitehall, Sandi Brown, of Washington, Staci Krause, of New Castle, Del.; grandchildren, Koda and Eli Brown, Nicholas Sampson; stepson, Fred, of Lancaster; one great-granddaughter, Harper. She was predeceased by her brother, William Hoss.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Jan. 17 at Church of the Good Shepherd, 135 Quarry Road, Alburtis. Calling hour will begin 10 a.m. Anyone using a GPS for map guidance, please use the complete church address including the Zip code, due to slight GPS discrepancies. Arrangements were made by Trexler Funeral Home, Allentown. Condolences may be offered at trexlerfuneralhome.com.

Memorials can be considered in her memory to the church.