Suzie K. Mott, 66, of Yates City, Illinois, formerly of Assumption, Illinois, died unexpectedly at home, Saturday, April 26, 2025.
Suzie was born September 28, 1958, in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of Delbert F. and Charlotte A. (Seitz) Stout. She graduated from Mt. Zion High School. On August 8, 1988, Suzie married Stephen D. Mott in Decatur, Illinois.
Suzie is survived by her father, Delbert of Farmington; two daughters, Tami Hazlet of Litchfield, Illinois and Tina (Jeremy) Himegarner of Yates City, Illinois; and five grandchildren, Parris Mathes, Pantara Mathes, and Tony Mathes, Kinzie (Jack Trone) Himegarner and Peyton Himegarner. Suzie is also survived by one sister, Kris Drew of Mt. Zion, Illinois; and her close cousins, Carol Monroe, Peggy Lane, and Debra Warning all of Clinton, Illinois. Suzie was preceded in death by her mother, her husband, Steve on November 1, 2023; and one brother, Delbert F. Stout, Jr.
Suzie and Steve owned and operated TMT DJ services from 1989 until 2012. During those years, they accumulated a large following and many friends. Suzie also taught county line dancing, being able to even teach those with two left feet. After retirement, Suzie became a full-time Mam-Maw, taking care of her grandchildren. Steve and Suzie enjoyed many years camping and fishing. She had a deep love for all animals, and leaves behind her two beloved cats, Lucy Lu and Sissy Su. Suzie had a heart of gold and always put others first.
Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m.Friday, May 2, 2025, at Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Cremation will be accorded following visitation. Memorial contributions may be directed to Gift of Hope or OSF St. Francis LVAD Unit. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.
