Obituary of Suzanne C. LaForest

Suzanne C. LaForest passed away on January 22, 2020. She was born on August 12, 1940 in Lockport, New York a daughter of Hector and Marion (Burke) LaForest. She was predeceased by her brothers Robert W. LaForest and Gerald M. LaForest. Suzanne was a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and worked at Children's Hospital of Buffalo and the Robert Warner Rehabilitation Center for over 30 years. During her tenure she specialized in evaluation of developmentally disabled children, worked in the March of Dimes Clinic and was pivotal in establishing the Spina Bifida Clinic. She was passionate about her “kids” and was a staple on the annual Jerry Lewis telethons to raise awareness and funds for research. Suzanne (“Dewey”) is survived by her sister-in-law Carol A. LaForest; several beloved nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; and good friends. Relatives and friends may call on Monday January 27th from 3-7PM in Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, January 28th at 10AM in St. John The Baptist R.C. Church, 168 Chestnut St., Lockport. Interment will be in Cold Springs Cemetery. Visit pruddenandkandt.com. In lieu of flowers you can make a donation to Robert Warner Rehabilitation Center, Oishei Children’s Outpatient Center, 1001 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14203.