Susan M. Nester, 50, of Easton and formerly of Tampa, Fla. and Emmaus, died April 2, 2016, surrounded by family and friends. She was the wife of the late Donald E. Nester. She was the daughter of Virginia M. (Oyer) and Phillip A. Merenda.

She worked as a samples manager for VF Corp. and was a costume designer for various local community, regional, and off-Broadway theaters.

She was a member of the Lehigh Valley Couturiere Society and the Run Club in Tampa, Fla.

She was a fun loving person who enjoyed red wine, fashion and a healthy lifestyle.

She is survived by her mother and father; sons, Jared M. Pacchioli and his wife Ravin, of Bethehem and Drake D., of Easton; daughter, Chandel M. wife of Anthony Trumbauer, of Portland; grandson, Roman A. Trumbauer; best friend, John G. Sokol, of Tampa, Fla.; pets, Petey, Tobey Bette, and Oscar. She was predeceased by a brother, Michael A. Merenda.

Contributions may be made to the Cancer Support Community of the Lehigh Valley, 944 Marcon Blvd., Suite 110, Allentown, 18109.

A celebration of her life will be held 6 p.m. April 16 in Lenape Park, 6102 Kings Highway South, Zionsville. Please wear fun bright colors to celebrate her life. Arrangements were made by the Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus.