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Sue Baas Obituary
Aug. 1, 1928 - Nov. 21, 2011
Sue Baas, 83, Englewood, formerly of Racine, Wis. died Nov. 21, 2011.
Services will be held in Racine, Wis. Sturino Funeral Home, Racine, Wis. in charge of arrangements.
Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Gerald; children, Mary Hofman of Holland, Mich., Jane Friesema of Racine, Wis., John of Sioux Center, Iowa, Jim of Hudsonville, Mich., Steve of Brookfield, Wis. and Dan of Grand Rapids, Mich.; 16 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
She is also survived by her two son in laws, Marv Hofman and Craig Friesema; her three daughter in laws, Beth, Stephanie and Mary Jo Baas.
Sue was a Christian school teacher in her early years, but found her greatest joy as a Godly wife, mother and grandmother. She spent many years as a Coffee Break Study leader, and also was involved with Crossroads Prison Ministry.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Gifts may be directed to the Wycliffe Bible Translators, (http://www.wycliffe.org), Racine CRC Coffee Break Ministry,(900 Illinios St., Racine, WI 53405) or the Racine Christian School Endowment Fund,(912 Virginia Street, Racine, WI 53405)
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Memories and Condolences
for Sue Baas
Johnny Larrabee
December 2, 2011
To Steve, Dan and the Baas family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Just know that you are being prayed for, and though far away, if there is anything I can do, let me know.
I love you guys.
Johnny Larrabee
New Richmond, WI
Rosemary Vroon
December 1, 2011
Dear Jerry and family-My heart goes out to you during this time of your loss. I have wonderful memories of Sue when you lived here in G.R--always sweet and fun to have around. Jim always remembered her as his "practice teacher" at Oakdale Chr.--and loved her.My love and prayers as you begin this new journey in your life. Rosemary [Roie} Vroon
Jewel Fletcher
November 28, 2011
I knew Sue through participation in Coffee Break. My prayer is that the legacy she leaves as a warm, caring Christian lady will comfort all her dear ones.
With sympathy to Sue's family and other loved ones who will miss her greatly.
Sue (Ruiter) Bouwense
November 28, 2011
Fresh-baked bread with cinnamon sugar. Just one of many sweet memories of your wife/mom/grandma. What a grand legacy she left through her life and witness. Praying that God will be close to all of you during this "homegoing" time.
November 28, 2011
To Jerry and all the kids,
We are thinking and praying for all of you today as you celebrate the wonderful life of your wife, mother, and grandmother. I'll always cherish the fun times that we had with Sue and Jerry at the 'House on the Bay' in Traverse City when tagging along with your Uncle Art, my Father.
Rick(Ralph)and Barb Ruiter
November 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. We are fortunate to be able to have a product of her wonderful upbringing, Dan, as a part of our lives.
Jack and Laurie Buter
Heidi VanSledright
November 24, 2011
Dear John , Beth, Sam , Leah, Lauren and Stevo,
We are thinking of all of you. We are praying that you feel joy as you share memories of your mom and grandma. Hugs to all of you.
Love,
The VanSledright family
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