Bokamper, Susan A. (nee Colletta) Wednesday December 17, 2025. Beloved wife of the late James B. Bokamper. Dear mother of Matthew (Theresa) Bokamper. Dear grandmother of May Bokamper. Dear daughter of the late Paul and Joan Colletta. Dear sister of Nancy Colletta, William (Jennifer) Colletta, Marianne (Joe) Ojile, Karen (Randy) Renner and Barb Rosenbloom. Dear sister-in-law of Mary (Ron) Sharek, Jane (Francis) Kaiser and Donna (Greg) Casalone. Our dear aunt, great aunt, niece, cousin and friend of many.
Susan was a retired teacher at St. Francis of Assisi School after 43 years of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 4556 Telegraph Rd. (63129) appreciated.
Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Saturday December 20, 9:30 am to St. Francis of Assisi Church for 10:00 am Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Friday 4-8 pm.
oh my goodness, so sad to hear this. Sue was a beloved teacher at SFA. She was amazing, and so good for my son. We are so sorry for your loss, Matt and the entire family.
Although I did not get the opportunity to work with Sue when she taught at St. Francis, I did get to know her when she was a substitute in my classroom as well as some of my fellow teachers’ classrooms. Her smile and infectious laughter always brighten my day. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Colletta family, may God embrace you during your time of need. May her soul rest in peace. Sue was a wonderful friend to many, a very much appreciated teacher at SFA and her legacy will live on through all those students she taught over 43 years. Her spirit will remain alive and full of fun. We all lost a good person today. My heart hurts for all of you.
Hugs and tons of prayers,
Lucy and Herb
Absolutely loved Mrs. Bokamper. She was my favorite teacher at St. Francis. So sad to hear the news. Prayers for the family.
Dear Matthew Theresa and all the Coletta /Bokamper Family. I have known Sue since growing up had the honor and privilege to work with her at SFA and Matt being in my daughters’ class. Words are not enough. She was and is forever loved. Just know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Regina, (Fleischmann) Melvin, Marissa and Jenna Leong
To Matthew,Theresa, family, Coletta/Bokamper families. Our deepest condolences. Sue was and is forever loved. I first met her when I was younger going to SFA and later Matt being in my daughters class,then the honor and privilege of getting to work with her. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Regina(Fleischmann) Melvin, Marissa and Jenna Leong
Prayers for Matt and her entire family. She was one of the “GREAT” teachers at SFA! Many fond memories of her teaching my children!
Sue you will be missed .
Prayers and thoughts for the family of Sue today and the days ahead. I was privileged to work with Sue for several years as well as having her as both of my daughters’ teacher. A bright light in the heavens now shines.
I’m truly sorry for your loss. Mrs. B was an incredible and wonderful person and teacher! My boys loved her through and through! Sending prayers and love to her family! She will always be in all our hearts!
I’m so very sorry for your loss! She was a wonderful teacher and so much fun to be around. My condolences to you Matt, and your entire family. The world has lost a bright light today, but she will shine on through you and all of the lives she touched.
I was fortunate to teach with Sue and be one of Matt’s teachers at St. Francis of Assisi School. I’m so sorry for your loss, Matt. Your mom was a wonderful person, and she was so proud of you (me, too)! Please accept my sincere condolences, and I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers. Rest in peace, Sue.
So very sad to hear of her passing. She was a beloved teacher to my kids when they attended SFA
Jeanne (Baker)
My prayers to the family …hoping all the memories fill your hearts at this time . I gifted her a painting in 8th grade I painted and she would remind me she still had it hanging in her home . She was wonderful teacher , a role model, and person.
I’m so sorry to hear of Sue’s passing. She was such a great friend and so helpful and caring to work with. She was a bright light to students and other teachers at SFA, and will be truly missed. Care and blessings to her family.
Oh my heart hurts. Heaven gained a great one. She is at peace with her late husband She held such a very special place in my heart through so many years. Love hugs and continued prayers to her son and daughter in law and the rest of her family.
Thoughts and prayers to the family. We thought so much of Mrs. Bokamper. Wonderful teacher and kind hearted lady. She will be missed by so many.
Mrs. Bokamper had a remarkable way of making each student feel valued. The lessons she taught went far beyond textbooks. I am truly grateful to have had the privilege of being her student.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you, and I hope you find comfort in knowing how many lives she’s touched and how her legacy continues through the countless students she guided.
With deepest sympathy,
Jim
Dear Colletta and Bokamper families,
In 1988-89, Mrs. Bokamper was my 8th grade history and homeroom teacher. I’ve thought of her often over the last decades, always with fondness. She infused her students with confidence and taught us self-reliance. She was the first teacher to ever call us “Miss” and “Mr.” and set high expectations, which we all wanted to meet—for her. All of us loved and respected her, and many students called her their favorite. I’ll never forget on graduation night, as she handed me my certificate, she told me I could achieve anything. That stayed with me through high school, college, grad school and well into life beyond school. She was an absolute gem and is a fixture in my most treasured childhood memories. I’m sure she’s in heaven, inspiring even the angels.
Sue is an absolute legend at St Francis of Assisi! I had the joy of being her principal at the end of her years there. There was not one time that I gave a tour to prospective parents who had also attended SFA or other alumni that they did not ask about her! She was tough on her students but loved them dearly and they adored her for it. Sue will be greatly missed and I lift you, Matt, and your entire family in prayer as you grieve her passing.
So sorry to hear about Sue. She was a wonderful lady & teacher.
I taught with Sue for many years, and she also taught my two daughters. Always a generous colleague, we shared many stories and laughs. My sincere condolences, Matt and family; her “big” personality will be missed. She was one of a kind.
I enjoyed having Mrs. Bokamper as one of my teachers when I attended St. Francis. I grew up to become a teacher also, and I was really influenced by Mrs. Bokamper in how I did things in my classroom. She will not be forgotten. Prayers for the entire family in this time of grief.
Mrs. Bokamper was the reason I became a teacher. Just think how many lives she touched, as I know she inspired lots of future teachers. What a gift to have known her! Prayers for your family!
Loved Mrs. B! She was a wonderful teacher and person! Matthew I am sorry for your loss and hope that you can find peace in the wonderful memories during this difficult time.
I am so sorry to hear the news of Mrs. Bokamper. She was always a favorite teacher of mine at SFA, such a caring and bright person. She made history and geography likable lol. She will be so missed ❤️
Sue Bokamper was indeed legendary – so tiny and yet so mighty with the 8th graders. She taught our two children and everyone loved her. My deepest sympathies.
My deceased Dght, Mary Jo Ryan (class of 99) was taught by Mrs. B & I never heard Mjo say an unkind word about SFA school much less her teachers etc especially Mrs. Bokamper, may her
Soul R.I.P & may “ the Lord Bless & keep her” Numbers 6:24 until we met her again……
Matt and Theresa, Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Sue was such a joy to be around, always a big smile, so intense and practical when engaged in a conversation. I will miss her at our family gatherings. May she rest in peace…. Our deepest condolences, Mike and Karen Allen..
Matt and Theresa, Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. Sue was such a delight to be are around, always a big smile and a hug when she greeted you.. I so enjoyed our conversations always enlightening and compassionate.. She will be missed at our family gatherings.. May she rest in peace… Our deepest sympathy.Mike and karen
Mrs. Bokamper taught all 3 of my children. She was strict and yet loving and brought out the best in those who had the privilege to be her student. A ball of energy, she could make any history/geography assignment fun! She truly is a St. Francis of Assisi icon!
Our deepest condolences,
Steve, Mary Lee, Marc, Maddie, and Matt Bannes
Sue Bokamper was THE BEST 8th grade teacher! I think parents “feared” her more than her students! She was a no nonsense teacher with a giant heart. When you think of SFA you think of Mrs. Bokamper. Not only was she an excellent educator she was a wonderful colleague and friend. So deeply sorry for your loss, continued prayers for her and all who loved her as well.
Mrs. B was the best there was. She taught my sister and I and then I was blessed to have her teach my boys. She was an incredible teacher who inspired a love of learning, but also an incredible human with the biggest personality and heart. She will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to her family.
Great teacher. She always challenged me to be better even when I didn’t want to. She helped so many young people grow up to be great humans.
My heart breaks to hear of Sue’s passing. Heaven welcomed a very special angel yesterday! My prayers are with Matt and her family. We all have great memories of times with Sue…she truly made a difference in so many lives!
So sorry for your loss of a dear family member. Our hearts and prayers go out to you, fie Gid to bring peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Prayers. Matt. Your mom. Was. My teacher in the 1980s. We. Stayed. In touch since
Mrs, Bokamper was one of the best. There’s nothing she wouldn’t do to help her students to succeed. Her heart was as big as her personality. I knew her for years. We actually hung out sometimes at her house before her husband came home. We shared so many stories and good times My son David and daughter Katrina loved her as much as I did.
She would never tell a child that was down, that you won’t succeed, that wasn’t her style. Encourement is was she gave and a listening ear. Her smile and laughter was contagious, Matt, I held you as a baby when your mom tutored my child. I will miss her with all my heart, she’s in heaven now with the Angel’s where she belongs.
God Bless her up in heaven and her family here on earth. ❤️