Susan Jane Herron

Susan Jane (Pierce) Herron, formerly of Eagle Pointe Place, died peacefully surrounded by family at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque on May 20, 2026, at the age of 88. 

Susan was born on September 10, 1937, to David and Myrtle (Schloz) Pierce. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High in 1955 and briefly attended the University of Dubuque before marrying James (Jim) Herron on August 1, 1959.  

In her youth, Susan was a very accomplished tennis player. Along with her sister Delores, she won numerous singles and doubles tournaments locally and around the country. One of the biggest thrills of her career was playing a match against future Wimbledon champion Maureen (Little Mo) Connolly. She may not have won, but the experience was something she never forgot. Over the years, family was her everything. Whether spending time on vacation, lunching daily at Big Apple Bagel with her sister, cheering on her grandchildren at an event or performance, or helping prepare a holiday meal, she enjoyed being surrounded by her loved ones. She may have slowed down a bit while at Eagle Pointe Place, but bingo, happy hour and eating dinner with her “table ladies” still always brought a smile.

Susan is survived by her two daughters Jane (Todd) Spurling and Julie (Joel) Carr; grandchildren Sam Spurling (Kasey Hogan), Alex Spurling, Rachel Spurling (Jon Powers), Abby and Ethan Carr; and great-granddaughter, August Powers. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jim, her sister Delores Merritt, and two brothers-in-law, Thomas Merritt and Douglas Herron.

Susan requested no formal service, but the family will hold a private celebration at a later date. Donations may be made in her memory to the Dubuque Humane Society or Hospice of Dubuque.  

The family would like to thank Eagle Pointe Place, Stonehill Care Center, Hospice of Dubuque and Paramount Ambulance. The attention, care and compassion of the caregivers and staff at each of these places is deeply appreciated.

Online condolences for Susan’s family may be left at www.tristatecremationcenter.com