Susan A. "Sue" Hummel, 75, of Rochester passed away unexpectedly at 3:47 P.M. on Thursday, August 29th 2024 at her residence.

On January 12, 1949, Susan "Sue" A Liggett was born to Carl and Gertrude Herndon Liggett. Growing up she shared her childhood with two sisters, Carol and Elaine. Proudly Sue graduated with the class of 1967 from Penn High School.  She was a member of the Lady Kingsmen marching majorettes, baton twirlers. Sue ascended to the Nationals and won the Baton Twirlers National Championship.

Sue and Dale M Hummel were married in Osceola on September 2, 1967. They shared nearly 56 years of life's adventures. From their union came three handsome sons, Derek, Damon, Dustin. Two more generations have been added to the family tree with the blessings of six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A woman of strong faith, Sue was a member of the New Life Church. More recently she was a member of the Rochester Church of God.  She was known for singing praises with her beautiful voice.

In the early years, the Hummel family settled near Culver where Dale taught and coached.  Susan coached the Culver Cavalettes Dance Team and Pom-Pom Corps.  In 1989, the Hummels made Rochester their home.

Gifted with her hands, Sue was creative and talented as a very accomplished seamstress. Grandma Sue made christening gowns for her grandchildren from her wedding dress.  She created custom Halloween costumes for the kids and the grands.  Sue also made flags displayed at her churches.

To relax with her lady friends, Sue hosted the most amazing and adventure filled themed movie nights.  Special food, decorations and sometimes costumes were a part of the special event.  Sue made certain that her landscape was colorful with the addition of planting bright vibrant flowers.

Paramount in her life was her loving family.  Sue loved her time spent with family and friends. There was nothing better than family cookouts at their home with all the kids, family holidays, and special celebrations.

Left to cherish Sue's memory are three sons: Derek Hummel and wife Rhonda all of Rochester, Damon Hummel and wife Angela of Granger, Dustin Hummel and wife Abby of Mechanicsville, MD; six grandchildren: Keith and wife Kaleigh, Brittany and companion Brendan, Addison, Jackson, Alexandria, Dawson; three great-grandchildren: Gannon, Winslow, Iris, and another blessing to arrive in February of 2025; two sisters: Carol Magaldi of South Bend and Elaine White and husband Joe of Mishawaka. Also surviving are her feline companions Leia the domestic calico and Betty the orange and white domestic short hair.

Preceding Sue in death are her parents and beloved husband Dale on July 1, 2023.

A celebration of the life of Susan A. "Sue" Hummel will be at 12 noon on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 18th St. Rochester. Friends may visit with the family from 10-12 on Tuesday in the funeral home. Pastor Larry Pyeatt will officiate. Interment will be in the Rochester IOOF Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Animal Shelter, 1540 Wenzel St. Rochester, IN 46975 or Rochester Church of God, 3048 Southway 31 Rochester, IN 46975.