Rosary: Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 5:00 P.M. to 5:30 P.M., Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 24116 Marian Avenue, Glenwood, Iowa.
Visitation: Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 5:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M., Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 24116 Marian Avenue, Glenwood, Iowa.
Mass of Christian Burial: Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 10:30 A.M., Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 24116 Marian Avenue, Glenwood, Iowa.
Suzanne (McMillen) Tuma passed away September 25, 2025. She was born October 9, 1947 to Arthur and Pearl McMillen in Wellington, Kansas. Suzanne graduated from Wellington High School with the Class of 1965. She was selected to represent her hometown as “Miss Wellington”. After high school Suzanne became an executive secretary for an aircraft company.
She married Daniel Tuma on January 20, 1972 in Wellington, Kansas. They made their home in Glenwood, Iowa. where he was employed by the Glenwood School District. Suzanne was a fulltime homemaker and volunteer. She loved to cook and entertain friends and family. Suzanne was an animal lover and especially enjoyed her dogs and llamas.
She became sole owner of the Glenwood Newcomer Welcome Service in 1987, promoting the local merchants and welcoming new residents to the area. She continued the service for 24 years, until retiring in 2012. Through the years, she was always an active community and church volunteer. Suzanne organized, wrote the bylaws, etc. and then served as President of the Friends of the Library organization. She established the 4-H cat project for Mills County and later received the Outstanding 4-H Leader award. In 1990, Suzanne was the Glenwood Homecoming Outcast Queen. Suzanne was always actively involved in the Glenwood Area Chamber of Commerce. In 2003, she received the Citizen of the Year recognition. In 2014, Suzanne was honored with the Chamber Community Connection Award.
Her family was always the center of her life. She is survived by her husband Dan of Glenwood, Iowa. Daughter, Amy DeLaughter lives in Omaha, Nebraska. Son, Scott Tuma is a resident of Lincoln, Nebraska. Suzanne’s grandchildren are: Emma Betz and her husband, Dylan Lenaghan, Harrison Storz, Justin Hullman and his wife Kelsey and Cashious Tuma. She is also survived by her cousin, Anita Huntley and her husband Jack Sheahon, Salina, Kansas, and niece, Barb Blumenshine and family, Wichita, Kansas, and many friends.
She was a longtime member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church.
Private Interment, Glenwood Cemetery, Glenwood, Iowa.
Memorial donations have been designated to: The American Cancer Society or Holy Rosary Catholic Church.
8 Condolences
Dan
Susan and I just learned of Suzanne’s passing. I think you know the love and affection we had for Suzanne and you and that I often referred to Suzanne as my sister with different parents. Suzanne was a wonderful, spirited, and engergetic person and we will deeply miss her. The only comfort we take at his time is that her pain and suffering have ended. We hope that your faith and all of the wonderful years you and Suzanne had together will give you comfort as you continue with your journey.
Doug & Susan Deitchler
We extend our sincere condolences on the news of Suzanne’s death. She was a force with which to reckon. We are remembering all the family members in our prayers.
When I was younger, I used to spend occasional nights with my dear friend, Amy. Sometimes, as an animal lover, I felt a bit like I was on a field trip. I even recall a time when Suzanne served us breakfast, which included my introduction to goat’s milk. A memory on which I reflect fondly, it is akin to the many wonderful memories her family and friends share. Peace be with you.
Dan, Amy, Scott, and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Suzanne was a lovely lady. She was kind, and always friendly. She was gracious and I liked her. My thoughts are with you. Hugs to all of you. I hope to make it to the visitation.
I’m sorry to read of your mom’s passing. She was such a pretty and nice lady!
Dan, I can’t tell you how sorry I am to hear of your loss. Suzanne was a beautiful, amazing lady, and all who knew her will miss her greatly,
My sincere sympathy to all of Suzanne’s family.
I had the pleasure of knowing her for many years.
Dear Dan, Amy & Scott,
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of comfort to all of you as you navigate this time.
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