Susan Barrett

Susan Barrett (née Guenther) passed away on August 4th, 2026, at the age of 71, in her home in Louisburg, Kansas. She was born on December 13, 1954, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Jane and William Guenther.

Susan was a devoted nurse who cared deeply for others throughout her career. She was intelligent, creative, and had a great sense of humor. Adventurous and fearless, she wasn’t afraid of anything. Her greatest joys in life were her family and her many creative passions. She was an avid sewer and crafter whose talents brought beauty and warmth to all who knew her. She also found great happiness in spending time with her grandchildren, caring for her dogs and horses, and tending to her garden.

She is survived by her three daughters: Carol Lyle, Lisa Stroh, and Mary Rommel; six grandchildren; and her half-brother, William Guenther, and his wife, Barb Guenther. 

She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Eden Lyle; her two husbands—Keith Barrett, to whom she was married for 42 years, and Michael Keeney, her husband of 2 years—and her parents. 

A celebration of life will be held on September 12th, 2026, from 2-4pm at her daughter’s house. Cremation has taken place. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Louisburg Kansas Senior Citizens Center, 504 S Metcalf Road, Louisburg, KS 66053.