Suzan Bajardi
1945-2024
1945-2024
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Suzan Bajardi (nee Glasthal). She died surrounded by family after a brief illness in Pittsfield, MA.
Born July 1, 1945 in the Bronx, NY, she was predeceased by her parents Solomon and Evelyn (Gilbert) Glasthal and former husband, Bob. She is survived by loving children, Lane (Kimberly), Raissa Bajardi Carey, Devin (Kisha), Troy (Kristina), and Chiara (Andrew Litz); cherished grandchildren, Patrick, Lili, Ben, Elena, Cyrus, Vincent, Nova, Leo, and Liza Jane; as well as her faithful Corgi mix companion, Widget, the final of many pets she rescued throughout her years.
Born July 1, 1945 in the Bronx, NY, she was predeceased by her parents Solomon and Evelyn (Gilbert) Glasthal and former husband, Bob. She is survived by loving children, Lane (Kimberly), Raissa Bajardi Carey, Devin (Kisha), Troy (Kristina), and Chiara (Andrew Litz); cherished grandchildren, Patrick, Lili, Ben, Elena, Cyrus, Vincent, Nova, Leo, and Liza Jane; as well as her faithful Corgi mix companion, Widget, the final of many pets she rescued throughout her years.
Suzan spent her childhood in Marble Hill and Yonkers, where she met her husband of 35 years while just teenagers. She graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1963 and the two were married in 1968. Together they raised their five children in Putnam Valley and LaGrange, NY.
Beyond her indispensable role(s) at home, Suzan also worked. Her most notable positions were as District Secretary for Foot Locker’s League 603 and Personnel Assistant at Dutchess County BOCES from which she retired after 20 years of service.
Beyond her indispensable role(s) at home, Suzan also worked. Her most notable positions were as District Secretary for Foot Locker’s League 603 and Personnel Assistant at Dutchess County BOCES from which she retired after 20 years of service.
Suzan loved going to see live music, particularly Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band. Our go-to grammar guru, she loved gardening, Judaica, and all things dogs. She was a fierce advocate for pet adoption and, to continue her legacy, we appreciate donations made to her favorite charity, Best Friends Animal Society (bestfriends.org).
A private green burial was held at Rhinebeck Town Cemetery. Friends and extended family are invited to a celebration of Suzan’s life at Alumnae House at Vassar College on October 20th from 11-4.
A private green burial was held at Rhinebeck Town Cemetery. Friends and extended family are invited to a celebration of Suzan’s life at Alumnae House at Vassar College on October 20th from 11-4.