Mary Susan 'Susie' Pryor Montag, a 52-year-old Caucasian woman, tragically passed away on October 26, 2018, in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Susie was a well-known realtor in the area, having worked at Choice Realty for over 15 years. Her death was the result of a violent incident involving her ex-boyfriend, Charles Henry Harper Jr., aged 58. On the day of the incident, Harper rammed Susie's parked car outside a Dunkin' Donuts on Western Boulevard in Jacksonville.
He then fired several shots at her before fleeing the scene. Susie was hospitalized for several weeks following the shooting, but despite initial signs of recovery, her condition worsened, leading to her untimely death.
The investigation into Susie's death revealed that Harper had a history of domestic violence. After the shooting, Harper was found dead by police at his last known residence, having taken his own life with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This tragic murder-suicide left the community in shock and mourning. Susie's friends and colleagues remembered her as a kind and genuine person who always had a smile on her face and was willing to lend a hand to those in need. Her death highlighted the ongoing issue of domestic violence and the need for increased awareness and support for victims.
In the aftermath of Susie's death, her family and friends set up a GoFundMe page to help cover the funeral expenses and support her children, Anna and Steven Montag. The community rallied together, raising substantial funds to assist with the overwhelming medical bills and funeral costs. Susie's passing also inspired the hashtag #susiestrong, which was used to honor her strength and resilience during her fight for recovery. Her death serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of supporting those affected by it.
