Suzanne J. (Flynn) Walsh passed away peacefully at her home in Melrose on December 25, 2020. She was 73 years of age. Suzanne was the loving mother of Carrie A. Deterding & her husband Greg of Saugus and Michael T. Walsh & his wife Kelly of Melrose. Cherished grandmother of Taylor, Julia, Emily, Tyler and Ella. Caring sister of Carole Silverstein, Michael Flynn and Toby Stockless. Also survived by several nieces, nephews & friends. She was born in Portland, Maine, moved to Malden, graduated from Malden High School and eventually resided in Melrose for the last 14 years. After high school she worked at the phone company in Malden making many lifelong friends. Later working in a law firm in Boston as a legal secretary, always making new friends along the way. Suzanne enjoyed her many visits to Ogunquit, Maine soaking up the sun and walking the Marginal Way with her family. She took great pride in her home, painting, fixing, and gardening in her spare time until it was perfect. She enjoyed board games, crosswords (hiding the cheat sheet IF she needed it) and spending time with her family. Almost forgot to mention the love of her life her dog Cody! She will be forever missed by her family and friends. Due to Covid 19 restrictions visitation and funeral services will be private. Arrangements by The Gately Funeral Home in Melrose. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Suzanne's name to A Servant Heart Pantry, 200 Franklin St. Melrose, MA 02176.