Know that you are not forgotten. It doesn’t seem like 47 years ago. I am grateful for your friendship. Because of you I am always aware of my surroundings. I pray that murderer never sees freedom! Until we meet again, your friend Trinka

I actually took the last photo of Sue . I wanted to take it to her family, but my husband said it would be too painful for them. My name was bj and I lived in the Rosario house and in the picture Devon was holding my baby Kari and Sue was sitting behind Devon by the pond in the front yard and they were all laughing . So was I and we were amazed that I didn't drop the camera ! Mike lost the picture and I will always regret that. She was a love and anyone who met her loved her!

Susan today is Thanksgiving and the anniversary of your death. Even with our justice system weakened and dismantled by various pressures, your murderer remains
behind bars. I am thankful for that. Your sister Bonnie and others have been fighting this good fight and prevailing. I recently learned that the accordion my daughter borrowed from her Aunt Bonnie was yours and that you played it in marching band! That fact is enough to tell me that you were a strong, fun loving, unique person!  I feel newly honored that my daughter made joyful music on the same instrument you played. I wish even more that our family could have met you. And that Bonnie’s kids could have known you as their loving Aunt Susan. 

Another year has gone by. I think of you always. Until we meet again, your friend Trinka

Sue, my friend, yet another year has gone by. Life, HAS, gone on, but I think of you so very often and reflect on the many good times we had together. It wads always fun, with lots of laughter and giggles, but it was also, full of love during those good times. The bright sound of your laughter, has not diminished in my heart and mind, after all of these years. LOVE you, my friend. ALWAYS.

Remembering this sad day, Sue. I remember this day, like it was yesterday. Sadness, confusion, horror. HOW could this have possibly happened????? As you know, your family and I, work diligently, keeping this monster behind bars, for the remainder of his life. I I have taken it as my personal mission, two things: that the memories of you never diminishes and that this monster dies in prison, having never been released. I miss you, Sue. Our laughter, out fun times together, our long talks and most of all, your beautiful, smiling face.

Remembering you on this very special day, Susan. I think of you so often and reflect on all that had happened. Along with your brothers and sisters, I continue to work diligently and with passion, to keep your murderer behind bars. My hope is that he dies in prison, never to be released again in the free world. You remain in my heart, thoughts and prayers, my dear friend. I always remember the fun times we had together. The memories bring smiles and love, instead of tears now. ALWAYS in my heart, my beloved friend.

Dear Friend, I think of you often remembering the good times. I will never forget that horrible day. With what happened to you made me remind my daughter to always be aware of your surroundings & beware of strangers. I know you are in a better place & are looking down on All of us. Love you forever my friend.

Thinking of you today, my friend, my family. Missing you so very much. I am remembering the many wonderful days we spent together, talking and laughing. You were a "light" then and you are a light today, as well. I keep you in my thoughts, heart and prayers, Sue. For as long as I am able, I will do everything in my power to ensure the murderer of you, is NEVER released. "Til we meet again, my friend.

Earth has no sorrows that Heaven cannot heal.
          Irish saying

Missing you today.

Thinking of you on this very special day. I miss seeing you. I miss your smile and laughter. Forever in my heart, thoughts and memories. One day, we will meet again, my friend. LOVE you !!!!!

Dear Susie, your smile will always shine in my heart. May your soul rest in peace. I will never forget you my little "bird"

Dear Susan,
   I never got to say goodbye, I had one or two classes with you and got to know you. I loved every minute I was around you. You made me look forward to class every day. You were one of a kind. Even after all this time I remember you . How cool you were to share your perfume or lip gloss with me. You were like an older sister to me. I remember finding out that you were gone and how it felt as if a shining light was extinguished. We lived down the street from you but I only knew you from classes at school. My brother and Eddie were friends. Tonight I am thinking of you and want you to know you have not been forgotten. I am grateful to have known you for that short time. Lighting a candle in your memory.

My dear friend, Sus. I remember 41 years ago today, like it was yesterday. I especially remember the laughter, giggles, good times and yes, sometimes tears, we shared together. MISS you, Sue. In my heart and thoughts, forever. I hope you are smiling today. Your murderer is STILL behind bars. The never ending efforts of your beautiful family and those that remember, love and miss you. Your love and spirit, lives in our hearts forever. Thinking of you. Missing you. Loving you.

I would like to make a correction, re: the Parole hearing of 9-22-2016. There was a huge mis-understanding of what the "additional" 15 years meant. There is now, a clear understanding of what that express language, actually meant. There is NO additional 15 years added to the original sentence. The Commission was going through the lengths of denial, for the record. The Commission STARTS with 15 years and then, works their way down, explaining WHY each one is not appropriate, until they get to the length of denial they are handing out. The Commissioners gave this stalker/rapist/murderer, a 3 year denial. Thereafter, the Commissioners re-assess every 3 year denial. I thank the Crime Victims Action Alliance (CVAA) for their explanation and correction of understanding. The foremost and salient point is, this stalker/rapist/murderer, was DENIED, for an additional 3 years. We continue to applaud and are grateful for, the Commission for their findings and denial. The stalker/rapist/murderer, remains exactly WHERE he belongs. BEHIND BARS!!!!! We love you, Sue, and will continue to be at the forefront, in our fight for justice for you.

Sue, my beloved friend - I do not know why the note I left 2 days ago did not post. Hopefully, THIS one will. Today, was the parole hearing of the monster that murdered you. He was DENIED!!!! The Commission the Board of Parole gave him an additional 15 years and no eligibility for parole for another 3 years. The cited the reasons that we ALL, gave testimony to. FINALLY, after so many years of no recognition, they acknowledged both the stalking AND the rape and noted his continual denial of such, in spite of the extensive documentation. I SO, felt the presence of you, your Dad Ed and your Mom, Barbara, WITH us today. There will never be any REAL justice but the Commissioner's findings today, is a modicum of justice. I pray that the decision of today, allows for a bit more perpetual peace for you and your beautiful family. We were there for you today, Sue and your family and especially, your memory. Rest well, my dear friend, in the everlasting arms of God and your family. I am with you ALWAYS, in love, in thoughts and in prayers. I miss your soul, so full of love and sunshine. Sleep peacefully, my beloved sister. You are forever missed and forever, in my heart.

For Susan-
I never knew you, but in many ways I've felt that I knew you well.
Your destiny was my teacher as I grew up three years behind you in school.
I was 15; You 18.
I never forgot what you taught all of us girls in those years long ago:
You kept us safe by the hundreds.
We taught our daughters about your innocence-how you did absolutely nothing wrong-how you happened to be enjoying your beautiful young life one minute..........
Your legacy has kept our daughters safe by the thousands.
Today, many of us girls are grandmothers and even great-grandmothers. And although over 40 years has passed, your memory still comes to mind as many of us drive past the places that remind us of you.
You remind us to be cautious and stay safe, to be patient and kind, to be grateful for the little things and that there really aren't any big things in life, (of course unless there really are). But mostly, you remind us to love each other more dearly and deeply like there is no tomorrow.
No, I didn't know you but.....you have been our guardian angel-
keeping us girls stay safe all these years.

Sue - You are very much in my thoughts during these days. We are ALL, preparing to go to the parole hearing of this monster, that so tragically, took your life away from you. We will be there for you, my friend. To face this monster. To look him square in the eye, once again. To address the Commissioners of the Parole Board. To speak on your behalf. To be a powerful voice for you and your family. To see that justice is carried out. To see, that our voice is heard. To see, that this monster stays behind bars. You are in our hearts, my friend. You are in my thoughts, my friend. You are in my prayers, my friend. You are in my love, my friend. I miss you, always. You will hear our voices. LOUD, CLEAR and INSISTENT. God is NOT sleeping. Justice may be delayed. But justice, there will be. Your family has both blessed and honored me, by appointing me as their representative. I take that honor, VERY seriously. LOVE you my friend. I KNOW you will be there, by my side on 13 October 2015 at 8:30 AM. Waiting for you, my friend.

Bonnie's and my small group prays for the Worthan family as they continue to fight for justice and keep a dangerous man behind bars. Susan would be proud of her siblings! May God grant continual comfort and peace to those who have suffered such a sudden and senseless loss of a beautiful soul in their lives.

Dearest Susan - Yet another bright candle lit, in perpetual memory of you, my friend. You will ever be forgotten. So often, in my mind. Always in my heart. Forever, part of my soul. You KNOW the work that is being done, to keep your memory alive and in the forefront of justice. I am blessed, beyond measure, that your memory has re-connected me with your beautiful family. Thank you, dear Susan. YOU had a hand in the re-connection. It was meant to be, for YOU. I was there for you at the trial. I will be again, there for you, at the upcoming hearing. I cherish and treasure the good times we had together, the love and laughter we shared together and the long, heartfelt talks we shared together. I am blessed you shared your life with me. Never forgotten, beautiful woman. Never forgotten. In my thoughts, heart and prayers, this very special day. I love you, my friend.

Eddie - I rented a small home on your family's property in the early 70's and was so very blessed to know Ed, Barbara, Linda, Bob, Sue, you and Bonnie. I was among the last to see Sue, a mere few hours prior to her death. I was a prosecution witness at Brooks trial in SLO, in identifying him. This experience has haunted me, for a number of years since, all of you, never far from my thoughts and heart. I have a photo of Sue, that I took when we were at the Sunken Gardens park in Atascadero and ran upon it a few days ago. This prompted me to search further and, I have found this beautiful site and loving tribute to Sue and your family. PLEASE contact me on Facebook, under the name of Sandra Dunlea. I would love to re-connect with you and your family.
God bless you, always, dear Sue. You are often in my heart, thoughts, memories and prayers. May you forever, rest in perpetual peace and love. A beautiful soul, gone too soon. Deep and heartfelt love to you, my friend, always.

Susie,
I think of you so often. You were so much fun. I remember rolling down a hill full of Lupines laughing the whole way. You are not forgotten.
                         With Love, Terri (britt) Day

May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ rest in the hearts of all who knew Susan, even as she rests in His peace now.

Susan---You were always a bright star to everyone around. I miss you but know that you are looking out for your family.

Love---Aunt Sally

Dear Susan,

Your memory shall live on, although our memories have faded over the years. Your life was taken so quickly there was no time to say goodbye.You are loved and missed so dearly and I know you are in a better place. 
Here is a flower in your memory, Susan. We will always love you and remember the good times we had with you.

Eddie

Susan,

  Wonderful memories of us in Junior High, may you rest in peace.

Prayers to the family, may your lives be blessed with the memories of her fun loving way about her.

SHE WAS SO BEAUTIFUL, ED...ONE DAY, YOU WILL SEE HER AGAIN, FOREVER!!!! MY HEART IS IN MY THROAT...WHITE BIRD...NEVER FORGET. HER LOVE IS WITH YOU.

Dear Susan, You will always be remembered and cherished in our hearts. Thank you for your smile and caring and love you gave our Family. You were the light in so many people's lives. May you rest in Peace Forever with The Lord dear Susan, With everlasting love and hugs, Eddie