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Susan Lorraine Riffe

Susan Riffe Obituary

Susan was born on October 31, 1949 and passed away Monday May 16th. She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Donald Riffe, mother Lois Woodell, sisters Marie Blakesley, Robin Peterson, Georgia VanHorn and brother Noel Woodell and a very large loving family.

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Published by Bellingham Herald on May 24, 2011.

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Marji Dodson

June 2, 2011

To the Family of Sue Riffe,
I to had the pleasure of working with Sue at Alderwood Park years ago. She was a great friend and coworker and her compassion and caring of her patients was something she passed on to me. She always had such a positive outlook on everything and could always help people see the light even in the darkest situations. Such a blessing to have known her. My wish for your family is one of peace knowing she's home and watching over all of you.

Melina Eshinski

May 28, 2011

Aunt Sue was always a treat when I got up to Bellingham as a child. She was easy going, fun, adventurous and loving. She always made time for my brother and I in the summers and my memories of those times are filled with her. She would take us to Lake Sammish to pick huckleberries for her famous jam and get us quirky toys tucked away in boxes and drawers all over her house. One never questioned if Sue loved them, she loved everybody, and made sure that you knew that. She will be so very missed. My love to Uncle Don, Grandma Lois, and the rest of the family.
Melina Eshinski (Georgia's daughter)

Bev Collins

May 26, 2011

Dear Family, I had the privilege of working with Sue at Alderwood Care Facility several years ago. I always thought so kindly that she had a wonderful heart, filled with care and compassion for the patients. She was a role model for all of us, My prayer is that those in the nursing field can continue with the love and appreciation she had for her position and mostly for the tenderness and love she shared with her patients. She was a good friend and coworker. She will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to all the family in your loss of such a beautiful person. Heaven is greater because Sue has been called home into her makers loving arms. God bless you all~

Sharon (Peterson) Maupin

May 24, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Amy Bond

May 24, 2011

I miss her so much. I was heartbroken to hear the news. She was my buddy. I hope you are looking down at me. I'm taking good care of Don for you. He misses his angel. Love you Susan

Stacia Gerber

May 24, 2011

Aunt Lois & Family,
I am so sorry to her about your loss. My heart & prayers go out to all of you. Thinking of you, Stacia (Henley) Gerber

May 24, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss, Don. It's been such a pleasure for me to get to know Susan and admire her wonderful upbeat outlook and to listen to her singing. Bea Willis

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