Suzanne Wilson Corder passed away on Friday, Jan. 23, in Fountain Hills, Arizona, surrounded by her loved ones.
Suzanne was born on August 8, 1943, in Vicksburg. She attended Cooper High School in Vicksburg and, upon graduation, enrolled at the University of Mississippi, where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She later graduated from Delta State University in Cleveland, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Education.
Suzanne married James Walter Corder III on Feb. 21, 1970. The two met on a blind date — one that began with Jim arriving three hours late — but despite the delayed start, something special sparked. Suzanne took Jim’s breath away at first sight, and from that moment on, they were inseparable. What began as an unexpected meeting grew into a true love story, sustained for 56 years through laughter, devotion, and unwavering partnership.
Suzanne loved cooking and entertaining — she never met a stranger. She lit up the room with her beautiful smile, and people naturally gravitated to her. She could match wits with anyone.
While living in Plainview, Texas, Suzanne co-authored the cookbook Of Magnolia and Mesquite with her dear friend, Gay Thompson. She loved traveling and promoting the book, and as a natural salesperson, she sold every copy she set out to sell — no one ever said no to Suzanne.
A true travel bug, Suzanne cherished exploring new places and returning often to her favorites, including Cabo San Lucas, Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas. Above all, she treasured time spent with her family and took great joy in being a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She is survived by her children, Kendall (John) Hannon, Christi Corder and Robert Marshall Lillquist Jr. (Sara); her grandchildren, Clyde and Suzanne Hannon, and Brady and Sydney Sharp; and her great-grandson, Ryder.
She is also survived by her sister, Kitty Pegram (husband Jim) of Tunica, and her brother, Clyde H. Wilson, Jr. (wife Jo) of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Sue Wilson Sr.
Suzanne will be remembered for her warmth, quick wit and radiant smile.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Angelman Syndrome Foundation. To honor Suzanne and her granddaughter, Suzanne, you may give online at: https://support.angelman.org/fundraiser/6054712.
