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Susanne Long Kibodeaux
January 8, 1968 - January 9, 2016

Susanne Long Kibodeaux

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Susanne Michelle Long Kibodeaux, was born January 8, 1968 in Monticello, Arkansas. She passed away Saturday, January 9, 2016 at the age of 48.

She was employed by Crop Production Services as an Accounting Coordinator. She was a member of the Evangelical Outreach Center. She was a member of Sigma Kappa sorority at UCA and was an associate member and advisor for Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority at UAM.

Susanne was preceded in death by her angel son, Jacob Paul Kibodeaux and her beloved father, James R. "Buddy" Long.
She was the granddaughter of the late L. D. Long and Rose Kinnabrew Long, and the late Morris Johnson and Vivian McKnight Johnson.

A loving wife, mother, sister and friend, Susanne is survived by her husband of 24 years, Steven Kibodeaux and adored daughter, Hannah Elizabeth Kibodeaux of Monticello and her loving mother, Judy Johnson Long. One sister, Melinda Long Funderburg, husband Rodney, and nephew Drake Hill all of Monticello; one brother, James R. "Chip" Long, wife Andrea and nephew J. T. Long of Little Rock, AR, and an abundance of loving extended family and cherished friends.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2015 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Oakland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1201 Military Rd, Suite 2 #159, Benton, AR 7201. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.

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Visitation
Monday, January 11, 2016
from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71657
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Service
Gathering of Friends & Family
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
at 10:00 AM
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71657
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Interment
Oakland Cemetery
300 North Hyatt St.
Monticello, AR  71655
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Memorial Contributions
American Diabetes Association
#159 Suite 2
1201 Military Rd, Suite 2 #159
Benton, AR  72015

Condolences(77)

  1. Brigita Diane McGuiness
    Melbourne, FL Saturday, January 16, 2016 I am so saddened to hear of Suzanne,s passing. She was a lovely , caring woman. She will be greatly missed. Know that all of you are in my prayers. Love, B.Diane
  2. Marijo Miles
    Springfield, MO Friday, January 15, 2016 Was so very saddened to hear about Susanne,words can never express the sadness and pain a family and friends go through with the loss of a dearly loved one.Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.Sincerely ,Marijo
  3. Stephen McKinney
    Warren, AR Thursday, January 14, 2016 I have know the family a long time even if time flys by before we realize 24 years has passed by. Prayers are with your family from mine. May God bless and comfort you.
  4. Denise Morbit
    Little Rock, AR Wednesday, January 13, 2016 I am so saddened seeing of Suzanne's passing. What a wonderful person and ray of sunshine she was while here on earth. Eternal rest grant unto her, oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen. Prayers for her loved ones.
  5. Bob & Sharon Shewmake
    Bella Vista, AR Wednesday, January 13, 2016 Judy, our condolences to you and your family for the loss of your daughter. There are no soothing words to overcome the pain you feel but just know that Sharon and I are thinking of you in this difficult time. God Bless.
  6. Tommie Palsa
    Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 13, 2016 HANNAH

    YOU AND YOUR FATHER ARE IN MY PRAYERS

    MS. TOMMIE
  7. Roberta Thomas
    Wilmar, AR Wednesday, January 13, 2016 It is with a heavy heart that I say "Rest In Love" my dear friend. I know that heaven is a beautiful place and even more so that you have entered into the gates. To your beautiful, beautiful daughter Hannah, hold onto the sweet sweet memories. She loved you with all that was within her. To Steven, rest in God's love and her love for you. Continued prayers in the days ahead.
  8. Sarah Blackmon
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 I am heartbroken about Suzanne's passing, and my prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. She was one of my high school students, and all my memories of her are wonderful. May God's grace be with you and give you peace.
    Sarah Blackmon
  9. John & Sandy Gavin
    Warren, TX Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Melinda, so sorry for your loss. We are praying for comfort and healing for your family.
  10. Michael & Shena Reed
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 We would like to send our deepest regards and prayers to the Long & Kibodeaux families. Susanne will be dearly missed and the many memories over the years will last with our family for an eternity!
  11. Michael and Shena Reed
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 We would like to send our deepest regards and prayers to the Long and Kibodeaux families. Susanne will be dearly missed and the many memories over the years will last with our family for an eternity.
  12. Thomas & Karen Leggett
    Hamburg, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Our prayers go out to your family. I spoke to Susanne a few weeks ago at Ray's as we waited on our orders. She had that pleasant smile that so many have mentioned. God bless you and comfort you.
  13. Marcia Zeno
    Bryant,, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 May God be with you during this trying time. My thoughts are with you and your family.

    Marcia
  14. Randy Rilling
    Brewton, AL Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Suzanne was always a joy to be around and vibrantly full of life. I enjoyed working with her over the years and will miss her voice on the phone and her bubbly personality. She was more like having another sister than a fellow employee. Her loss is deeply felt and I pray for God's healing grace for her family as they deal with her passing.
  15. Audra McManus
    Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 God bless you Susanne!
  16. Michael Needham
    Little Rock, AR Tuesday, January 12, 2016 I am a friend of Steven's. Steven, his children and the whole Long family are in our thoughts and prayers.
  17. Shanae Rizer Anderson
    Shreveport, LA Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Steven, I am praying for you and your daughter. I am so sorry for your loss.
  18. Butch and Judy Selig
    Benton, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 We wish to extend our sincere condolences to all the family. Your precious loved one will be missed by many. May God give you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
  19. Tom and Jerry Funderburg
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

    Sincerely,
    Tom and Jerry Funderburg
  20. Ray Stephenson
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Judy and family,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Susanne was so precious. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

    With deepest sympathy,
    Ray and Pam Stephenson
  21. Betty Sue Parker
    Bella Vista, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Danny and I are grieving with you!
    Susanne had a smile that would brighten anyone's day.
    She was beautiful on the inside and out!
    Heaven gained an angel on Saturday.
    I am so sorry we can"t be there for you.
    We are praying and sending our love.
    Betty Sue and Danny Parker
    Betty Sue and Danny Parker
  22. The Garcia Family
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Our condolences go out to you and your family. But remember that God has promised the resurrection of everlasting life. When you get a moment please look up John 5:28, 29 and Revelation 21:4 also visit Jw.org.
  23. michele mcgaha muñoz
    memphis, TN Monday, January 11, 2016 My thoughts are prayers are with you all.
  24. A.J.Thibodeaux
    Conroe, TX Monday, January 11, 2016 We will miss you very much,
  25. Reba Mitchell
    , AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Judy,Melinda,Chip,and family, so sorry I can't be at the service but know I have you all are in my thoughts and Prayers. My heart is broken over this great loss. Susanne is looking down saying every thing will be ok!! Gone but never forgotten!! I love all of you, you have always felt like family to us. Praying for strength and Gods love to you all!! Love Reba Mitchell
  26. Reba Mitchell
    , AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Judy,Melinda,Chip,and family, so sorry I can't be at the service but know I have you all are in my thoughts and Prayers. My heart is broken over this great loss. Susanne is looking down saying every thing will be ok!! Gone but never forgotten!! I love all of you, you have always felt like family to us. Praying for strength and Gods love to you all!! Love Reba Mitchell
  27. Patty Devlin
    Ringgold, GA Monday, January 11, 2016 So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
  28. Ashley Broach Cruce
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Hannah,
    I am so very sorry for your loss, words cannot even describe how sad I was when I heard the news! Your mom was a very sweet lady who will be missed greatly by myself and others. I am praying for you and your family during this time! Prayers God can wrap his arms around you and give you comfort!

  29. Jason Cranford
    Greensboro, GA Monday, January 11, 2016 Susanne was a special person who always cared about others no matter what she was going through. I am honored to have known her and to call her my friend. She will be deeply missed. She loved her family and all our conversations we ended up talking about Hannah and Steven or my wife and new born. Ayme, Sadie and I will continue to keep y'all in our prayers.
  30. bill moore
    monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 sorry for your loss,may God bless your
    familey
  31. Patricia Goggans
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 So sorry to hear. Susanne was such a sweet person. Prayers for the family.
  32. Rob & Jackie Williams
    Saint Johns, FL Monday, January 11, 2016 Thoughts and prayers for Suzanne's family. Even though it has been many years since I last saw her, I remember how enthusiastic and vivacious a person she was. She will be missed by many.
  33. Doug Pond
    South Chesterfield, VA Monday, January 11, 2016 We are all deeply saddened and sorry about about Susanne's passing. Her loving, caring, fun and faithful spirit made quite an impact on those with whom she worked - we are so grateful. She will be remembered so dearly and so fondly by us all. May God bless her family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
  34. Mike High
    Little Rock, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 My deepest condolences for the family.
    Susanne was such a sweetheart.
  35. June Brixie
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Dear Judy and family I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers and concern to each of you.
    June Brixie
  36. Donna Smith Stewart
    Fayetteville, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Judy, Sandra and family,
    No words can suffice, but know that you are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
  37. Penny Breedlove
    Hamburg, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Melinda, I am so sorry to hear about your sister. I know you and your family are devastated by this loss. May God hold you all close and comfort you in the days ahead.
  38. Anne Jenkins-Gerber
    Fort Wayne, IN Monday, January 11, 2016 My heart is deeply saddened and heavy now that Susanne passed. My thoughts are with Steven and Hannah, who I know she loved very much and were her world. I will miss talking with and working with Susanne. She was a wonderful, kind lady who will be greatly missed.
  39. Melissa Robertson
    Star City, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Prayers for the family!!
  40. Carla Smith
    Little Rock, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 Melinda I am so sorry for your loss, my heart hurts for you and your family. Prayers to you and all your family members.
  41. Tanya Smith Villarreal
    Chicago, IL Monday, January 11, 2016 I am still in shock as I am writing this. My deepest condolences to the Long and Kibodeaux families for such a devastating loss. Susanne was a beautiful and loyal person and quite a force of nature when someone she cared about was hurt. Even though i can't be there, Melinda I hope you will let everyone know she is loved and will be missed from here. I send my love and will be praying for you all in the coming days.
  42. Pat Savage Montgomery
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 So very sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
  43. Martha Barbee
    Monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. Susanne was a very nice lady.
  44. janice judkins
    monticello, AR Monday, January 11, 2016 I am so very sorrow for your loss. Prayers for all the family.
  45. Josh & Angie Frost
    Savannah, GA Monday, January 11, 2016 Mrs. Judy, our hearts were just broken to hear about Susanne. She was such a sweet person, with a huge heart, and wonderful personality: a trait which she inherited from you, and has passed on to her daughter.
    Hannah, words cannot express how sorry we are about your mom: she was a wonderful person, who was loved and admired by many.
    Please know that we are thinking about you and praying for you all during this time. May God be with you all during this grieving period and time of healing. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
  46. Todd Wilson
    Chesterfield, VA Monday, January 11, 2016 Deeply saddened by the news of Susanne's passing. She was a good friend and valuable colleague. I looked forward to seeing her when I was in Monticello and walking into that office without seeing her is something I will never get used to. I only take solace in knowing that I will see her again.
  47. Jennifer McDonnell Thompson
    Hickory, NC Monday, January 11, 2016 You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord give you comfort and peace during this time. Susanne was precious.
  48. Jay Boyd
    Broken Arrow, OK Monday, January 11, 2016 I was deeply saddened by the news of Susanne's passing.
    My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
  49. Classie Jones Green
    Pine Bluff, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 Judy and Family so sorry to hear about Susanne.I remember when she was born.Thank GOD FOR THE WONDERFUL YEARS. May God COMFORT and STRENGTHEN you all NOW and IN the DAYS TO come.LOVE TO ALL, Classie Faye
  50. Dane Hall
    Bryant, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 Susanne made a great impact on her family and community. She was a wonderful person with a great heart. I am both surprised and saddened to hear of her passing. She remains forever in our hearts and our memories. I am praying for your entire family as you face the difficult days ahead.
  51. Peggy Williams
    Monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 My thoughts and prayers are with this precious family, heaven has gained a very sweet angel. May God bless and comfort each of you.
  52. janice cater
    monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 prayer are with this family. god bless!
  53. John & Paige (Hill) Stell
    Monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 You are all in our thoughts & prayers during the difficult days ahead. Susanne always had a beautiful smile & sweet words for everyone. She will be missed by many.

    Love, John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Brad, Jake, & Jared
  54. Carey Windham
    Monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 May the Lord comfort you in this time of need for your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
  55. Brad Walker
    Crown Point, IN Sunday, January 10, 2016 Rest In Peace Susanne. You will be missed
  56. Jennifer Russell Whitlock
    Greensboro, NC Sunday, January 10, 2016 The Long and Kibodeaux families are in my heart and prayers. Susanne was a beloved school friend and I will forever remember her smile and friendship.
  57. Juanda Craig
    Monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 Words cannot express the sadden and hurt I feel for Steven and Hannah, and the whole family. Susanne was the most precious person and I know she will be missed beyond measure. I pray God will send you peace and comfort. Judy, I cannot imagine the loss of a child, and my heart is broken for you. Hannah I love you so much and pray you take comfort in knowing what a wonderful mother God blessed you with. Every time I saw her she would tell me, she was so proud of the beautiful young lady you had become. If you ever need me, just let me know.
  58. lois rowe marlow
    bigelow, ME Sunday, January 10, 2016 MELINDA AND FAMILY WE ARE SOOOO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.WE HAVE YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
  59. lois rowe marlow
    bigelow, ME Sunday, January 10, 2016 MELINDA AND FAMILY WE ARE SOOOO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.WE HAVE YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
  60. Helen & Joe Guenter
    Monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 Extending deepest sympathies to Susanne's family and keeping you in our prayers.
  61. linda funderburg
    monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 prayers for the family
  62. Debbie Reed Detiveaux
    Lafayette, LA Sunday, January 10, 2016 Steven, so very very sorry to learn of Susanne's passing. Please know that you and Hannah and all of the family are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Love, Debbie
  63. Rick Donham
    Monticello, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 Prayers
  64. Beau Long
    Spartanburg, SC Sunday, January 10, 2016 Prayers for comfort during this time of grief. A wonderful person is now at peace and comfort. I will miss talking to her and working with her.
  65. Billy Schember
    Bossiser City, LA Sunday, January 10, 2016 She will be dearly missed. Prayers go to all family members.
  66. Sheila Siebert
    Little Rock, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 I'm so sorry to hear about Susanne. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
  67. Mr and Mrs Mike Ferguson
    Burnet, TX Saturday, January 9, 2016 Rhonda Raley (daughter)shared the bad news with us. We remember Susanne well. She was a delight. Our sympathy and prayers are with you.
  68. Herb & Jan Thurmond
    Greensboro, GA Saturday, January 9, 2016 Herb and I are so sad hearing the news of Susanne's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you and we know you will miss her terribly. She will be missed by all of us at CPS also.
  69. Kelly and Melissa Reid
    Monticello, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 Prayers for this sweet family. Heaven gained an amazing angel today.
  70. Gladys and James Youngblood
    Monticello, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 We are so sorry. We loved Susanne like our own. It hurts to say good- bye to those we love , but just know she is free of pain now . Our sympathy to all the family.
  71. Janice Gladden Wiggam
    Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 Judy, Buddy & Family
    I am so sorry to hear about Susanne's death. She was such a beautiful and precious young lady! My heart aches for you in your sorrow. My prayers for you all in your loss. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you peace and comfort.

    With love & sympathy,
    Janice Gladden Wiggam
  72. Elizabeth Britton
    , AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 Mr. Steven and Hannah,
    You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Susanne was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met.
    With love,
    Elizabeth
  73. linda funderburg
    monticello, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 prayers for the family God bless
  74. Jeri Taylor
    Monticello, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 I am so sorry for your loss! Suzanne was a precious person. I will keep you all in my prayers.
  75. Jamie French Preston
    Hot Springs, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 So very sad to hear about Susanne's passing. Her friendliness and warm smile were the same since childhood. Prayers for her family.
  76. linda funderburg
    monticello, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 prayers for this family
  77. linda funderburg
    monticello, AR Saturday, January 9, 2016 may God bless this family
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