Susan Ellen Stoltz

OBITUARY

Susan Ellen Stoltz, 77, of Anaheim, California, passed away on May 1, 2026, following medical complications related to lung cancer.

Born November 15, 1948, in Downey, California, Susan was the daughter of Helen and Joe Clark (both deceased). She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Robert Stoltz; her children, Jenny, Kari (Ralph Solis), and Chris; her grandchildren, Candice and Kyla Beam, and Ashley Solis; her siblings, Maureen, Sara, Kathleen, and Kevin; and her beloved pet macaw, Piccolo.

Susan earned her bachelor’s degree in Art, with a minor in Dance, from California State University, Long Beach. She served in the Coast Guard Reserve, where she met her husband. A devoted mother and grandmother, Susan later worked in clerical roles, most notably at Mariposa Center for Women & Family Mental Health.

A gifted artist and craftswoman, Susan created beautiful handmade works including crochet, jewelry, embroidery, and more, many of which were shared through a local Catholic bookstore. She was known for her free spirit, sense of humor, deep faith, and extraordinary ability to listen and make others feel seen and loved.

Services will be announced at a later date.