Susan Kriner Kyzar

Susan Kriner Kyzar, age 76, passed away peacefully on April 30th at Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center in Hattiesburg, MS. Born on March 12, 1949, in Laurel, MS, Susan was a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her kindness, dedication, and unwavering faith touched the lives of many. Susan's warmth and generosity were evident in every interaction, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Left to cherish her memories are her children: Jody Kyzar and his wife Angela of Decatur, MS, and Jennifer Pearce and her husband Clint of Petal, MS. Susan was a beloved grandmother to Zac Kyzar, Ella Claire Pearce, Mary Catherine Pearce, and Wesley Pearce. She is also survived by her sister Cheryl Jones of Laurel, MS. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Catherine Kriner; her sister, Debbie Compton; and her grandson, Kyle Dunkerson. Susan held many roles and responsibilities throughout her life. She began her career as a surgical technician at the University Medical Center in Jackson, MS. She then transitioned to bookkeeping, working for the Gingerbread House in Laurel, MS, the 23rd Circuit Court for Iosco County in Tawas City, MI, Harold West Contractors in Laurel, MS, and finally retiring as a bookkeeper at Holt & Associates in Laurel, MS. Susan was deeply involved in church activities wherever she lived, demonstrating her passion for Jesus and community service. At First Baptist of Laurel, she loved to sing in the church choir every Sunday and on special occasions. She was active in her Sunday School class, worked at the Welcome Desk, and helped with Wednesday night suppers. Susan loved socializing and engaging with others, creating cherished memories on mission trips to Honduras and Indonesia. She actively served as the hands and feet of Christ, sharing His love and message with everyone she met. In her later years, while walking through her journey with Alzheimer’s, we are deeply grateful for the nurses, aides, and staff at Bedford Alzheimer's Care Center in Hattiesburg. Their endless love, care, and support provided comfort and dignity to Susan, making a tremendous impact on her and our family. The compassion and dedication of the Bedford team will always be remembered and appreciated. Her legacy lives on through her children, grandchildren, and all the lives she touched. We find comfort in God's promise that we will see her again in His glory. If you do not know the assurance of eternal life in Jesus, we encourage you to reach out and speak to someone today. The time is now. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made to disentangleAD, a non-profit organization supporting Alzheimer’s care in South Mississippi at www.disentanglead.com or to the Alzheimer’s Association in Susan’s memory at PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, or online at www.alz.org. Services will be held at Memory Chapel Funeral Home on Monday, May 5, 2025, with a visitation starting at 2 PM, and a service to follow at 3 PM. Susan will be laid to rest at Lake Park Hills Cemetery. To view and sign the online guestbook, please visit www.memorychapellaurel.com

Susan Kriner Kyzar

March 12, 1949 - April 30, 2025