Vicki Sue Saraceno

Vicki Sue Saraceno, age 72, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 3, 2026, in Sebring, Florida. Vicki was born on August 11, 1953, in High Point, North Carolina, to William Edward McMahan and Juanita Stella (Handy) McMahan. She is survived by her loving daughter, Cheli Jo Lees of Georgia; her son, Jesse Ryan Saraceno of Georgia; her sister, Barbara Hudson, and brother-in-law, Sam Hudson; her brother, Mark McMahan; her significant other, Patrick Markland; her beloved grandchildren, Jack Lees and Cadence Lees; Patrick’s grandchildren, Lylah and PJ Markland, whom she loved as her own; her nephews, Michael Hudson, David Hudson, and William McMahan; her niece, Shannon McMahan; and her former husband, Michael Saraceno. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Edward McMahan and Juanita Stella (Handy) McMahan. Vicki grew up with a love for horses and cherished every opportunity to ride. She never met a stranger and had a gift for making lasting friendships wherever life took her. Friends and family will remember her kind, generous, and brilliant heart, as well as her unwavering loyalty to those she loved. She found great joy in tending her magnificent gardens, where her green thumb transformed every flower bed into something beautiful. She also loved caring for her beloved “Dixie Chicks,” her flock of chickens that brought her endless happiness. Above all, Vicki fiercely loved her children and grandchildren. Her greatest joy came from the people she loved, and her warmth, laughter, and unwavering devotion to family will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Arrangements have been entrusted to:

Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home 4001 Sebring Parkway