Suzanne Torok-Burge was born to Paul Joseph Torok and Ruth Armstrong Saunders Torok on April 29, 1954 in St. Joseph, MO. She passed away peacefully on March 2, 2018 in Highland, KS.

Suzanne was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Tim Torok.

Surviving are a sister-in-law Rosalie Torok, two beloved nephews Eli and Levi Torok, and her life-long friend Ross Thompson. Also surviving are numerous cousins and many friends.

Suzanne graduated from Highland High School and Highland Community College. She earned Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in communication from Kansas State University.

She taught communication for Lawrence public schools, K-State, Missouri Western, Johnson County Community College and Highland Community College. She was famous for imaginative and creative lessons that intrigued and fascinated her students.

She was a life-long member of the Highland Christian Church but also enjoyed attending services at various churches in the area.

Suzanne’s friends and relatives would like to thank the people of Highland, KS who helped take care of her during her long illness. She was an inspiration in her courageous, nine-year battle against cancer.

Graveside inurnment services were held Wednesday, March 7, at 2:00 at the Highland Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Highland Cemetery Association, PO Box 225, Highland, KS 66035 or in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 124, S. 7th, Hiawatha, KS 66434. www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com