Sue Aft was known for her kindness, compassion, and unwavering commitment to helping others. Those who knew her saw firsthand the way she reached out to people in need and made them feel valued.
Her husband, Rabbi Bruce Aft, is determined to ensure that Sue’s impact continues long after her passing. “Sue’s legacy is her kindness and willingness to reach out to her students wherever they were and help them with whatever their needs were at any given time.”
Sue worked with people without homes and unaccompanied youth. She believed every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment to grow and thrive. Over the last 5 plus years, she was a dedicated volunteer and then served on the board for the Growth and Healing HUB, an organization that provides mental health and wellness services to children, youth, adults, and families in Fairfax County – regardless of their ability to pay. Through counseling, family support, and community programs, the HUB offers hope and healing where it’s needed most.
Sue’s family wants to carry on the meaningful and important work that Sue accomplished. They established, in partnership with the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, the Sue Aft Memorial Designated Fund, whose purpose is to build an endowment for the Growth and Healing HUB. “I and The HUB are so extremely honored that Sue’s family is not only thinking of The HUB, but of all the community members who may be provided healing and growth. I am having difficulty finding the words to express my gratitude and sincere appreciation for all of you and your hard work.” – Felicea Meyer-DeLoatch, President and CEO of the Growth and Healing HUB.
This Fund is a tribute to Sue’s memory, and her commitment to children and families in community. Her family’s goal for the Fund is to ensure Sue’s passion continues to make a difference for generations to come. The Fund is a celebration of Sue’s life and continuing her mission of giving back. Their hope is that the community will support the Fund, making their dream a reality.
“I can personally attest to the value of their services since Felicea has kept me afloat in the midst of the waves of grief. Sue would be so very grateful that people are caring for me so I hope we can really build this endowment. [Sue] would be crying and smiling simultaneously knowing that people care about me, amazed that anyone would think that she had made the difference she made and continues to make, and wishing that she could personally comfort all of us… carrying on her good work is particularly meaningful to me…” – Rabbi Bruce Aft.
Sue, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away in April 2025.
“You all don't need me to tell you this, but I married up. I am haunted by the words of Elie Wiesel who said that everyone dies once. The key is that they don't die a second time because we remember them. I didn't want Sue to die once.... that was out of our hands...but what is in my hands and heart is that she NEVER DIE a second time.” – Rabbi Bruce Aft.
‘We Remember Them’ by Sylvan Kamens & Rabbi Jack Riemer
At the rising sun and at its going down; We remember them.
At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter; We remember them.
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When we have achievements that are based on theirs; We remember them.
For as long as we live, they too will live, for they are now a part of us as, We remember them.
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