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Dr. Joe Suderman, D.O., died in Medicalodge Nursing Home, Dewey, OK, on April 25, 2009, at the age of 91. He was born to Henry and Katherine (Toews) Suderman, in Gotebo, OK, on January 21, 1918.
He was a graduate of Phillips University, Enid, 1950, and Kansas City School of Osteopathy and Surgery, KS City, MO, 1954. After completing his residency at Oklahoma Osteopathic Hospital, Tulsa, he opened a family practice clinic in McLean, TX, in 1955.
In 1962, he and his cousin, Dr. Emery Suderman, opened the Suderman Clinic in Pharr, TX, and Dr. Joe retired from the practice in 1987.
Dr. Joe was a member of Lions Club, McLean Public School Board, Gideon's International, charter member KVMV World Radio Network, 1962-1998, charter board member Children's Haven International, 1956-1998, founding partner and board member Crusader Ministries, 1970 to present, board member Evangelical Mission Ministries, 1959-1999; his clinic was an approved Training Station for Vocational Industrial Education Program with PSJA School District, 1970-71; and he was a Preceptor for the Winter Educational Program of Osteopathic Medical School, Fort Worth, Texas, 1975-1982.
He was married to Rosalie Dout in Okeene, Oklahoma, on August 8, 1948.
Preceding him in death are his parents, one sister, and two sons-in-law.
He is survived by his wife, Rosalie Dewey, OK; six children, Rachel Stella, Magnolia, TX, Laura Hughes, Charles City, IA, Evelyn Hightower, Bartlesville, OK, Philip Suderman, Dallas, TX, Teresa Marple, Woodland, CA, and Nancy Kyle, Independence, KS, one sister, twelve grandchildren, and two godchildren.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 11, 2009, at 5 p.m. at the Best Western Hotel Crown Room, 2818 S. Van Buren, Enid, Oklahoma. Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be given to Evangelical Mission Ministries, PO Box 636, Pharr, Texas, 78577, and Children's Haven International, 400 E. Minnesota, Pharr, Texas, 78577.
Arrangements are under the direction of Walker-Brown Funeral Home, Bartlesville, OK.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joe Suderman
Arturo Bazan
February 9, 2022
My Childhood Doctor...God Bless You and Your Family...
Helen Hopson
June 18, 2009
I knew Dr Joe for a brief period in 1979-1980 when I volunteered at CHI. His dedication to serving God by serving others continues to inspire me whenever I reflect back on that time. It would be impossible not to remember such a good man with gratitude. May the legacy of his life continue to offer comfort in this loss and inspiration in this life.
June 18, 2009
WE HAVE MANY GREAT MEMORIES OF THE YEARS WE SPENT WITH DR.JOE AT CHI. HE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US WHO CAME IN CONTACT WITH HIM.
PETE AND LEE TOLER McAllen, TX.
Randall & Betsy Chacon
June 18, 2009
Mrs. Suderman and family,
On behalf of the hundreds and most likely thousands of children's whose lives were touched through Dr. Joe's life and ministry- we here at Children's Haven wish to express our most heartfelt condolences upon his passing. It was encouraging to read about how many ministries God allowed him to be a part of during his life, and Children's Haven was certainly blessed to be at the top of his priority list for so many years. The work that God allowed him to help establish alongside Shirley Mendoza,continues on today,and I am certain they have already gotten together to rejoice in what the Lord has continued to do for His Glory.
We wish God's peace and comfort for each of you at this difficult time.
Paul Unruh
June 15, 2009
A man with a heart for the Lord and for his work. I think the best thing that can be said of a person is that they served the Lord. Dr. Joe as we knew him served his Lord and Savior. May God comfort you in your loss.
Carol Pritchett
June 13, 2009
May the memories your loved one left with you... comfort you...sustain you...and help to see you through this time of loss.
My parents, Frank and Helena Hiebert, knew Dr. Joe for many years. He will be missed at the family reunion in Enid.
Marnie Case Ahlgren
June 13, 2009
I have fond memories of Uncle Joe ... many years ago he was has the leader in family reunions. The family reunion that I attended with Mom (his sister Luella) that I particularly recalled was at Colorado Springs. I remember beautiful surroundings of trees a mountains. Uncle Joe led a service during that time and I remember his voice was strong and he always had a warm quick smile. I will always have that memory.
George,Esther Davis
June 7, 2009
Dr Joe delivered our 2 sons, Benjamin and Joshua in his clinic in Pharr, and also doctored my wife and I through the 1980,s. Though the clinic is gone too I will always remember the care we received there. May the Lord bless and comfort your family during this time. George and Esther Davis
Carl & Diane Komorowski's
June 7, 2009
Although we only knew Dr. Joe for a very short time-1 1/2 years ( 1979-1981), while we worked at CHI, he is in our memories forever as the kindest, most humble, most self-sacrificing, and godly man. In fact, just last week we were telling friends about him. What an encouragement he always was too. Our hearts grieve with you in your loss and rejoice in his victory. His was a life well lived- a good and faithful servant! May the God of all comfort comfort you in your loss. May youfeel the everlasting arms upholding you.
Cleve Mendoza Torres
June 5, 2009
My heart goes out to the Suderman family. I was one of those babies that Dr. Joe delivered and he also delivered my daughter. He was very close to my mother, and was on the board for Children's Haven. He helped so many, was so giving. I will never forget those "treatments" he used to give me, as he also would align my back. I have so many memories with him, like the first time I ever saw a baby born, when we were down South of Mexico City, where he would go and deliver babies and medical services. He was a wonderful man, a Godly man. He will be missed. Joe, you are a lucky man to be with your savior, you lived a wonderful full life, give my mom a hug for me!
June 2, 2009
Very sorry to hear about your loss! I have not been in contact with Dr. Joe for years but saw him frequently when I worked at Children's Have and also as a Doctor in Pharr, Texas. He was a good man. My condolences go out to the family. God Bless You!
Sncerely Margaret Dyck(Margaret Fehr when I worked at Children's Haven from 1980-1986).
Kyle Hightower
June 2, 2009
I will miss you, Grandpa! You always had an answer for every question about health and life. Thank you for delivering so many babies on either side of the border. I am certain the Lord was pleased with providing a way for people to come and receive your services even free of charge. Hang in there, Grandma. This is only the beginning to the rest of your "lives" one day in heaven. One day we will celebrate together. Many lives were touched by you two and those people will continue to past the love on.
Love you Grandpa
Bev Baerg
June 2, 2009
My sympathy goes out to Mrs. Suderman and the rest of Dr. Joe's family. I came to South Texas to be the first RN to work in his practice. Dr. Joe had ulterior motives and got me involved in Children's Haven International where I served for 20 years. He lived a simple life with a priority to serve God and his fellow man. He was loved and appreciated by many, but his gaze was on his heavenly rather than earthly reward.
Jonas, Lucy, Anntte and Jonas Jr. Ybarra
June 1, 2009
Suderman Family:
Dr. Joe was a dear family friend and doctor for the Ybarra Family from Mission. I married Jonas Ybarra in 1968 and that is how I met Dr. Joe. He deliever our daughter (my first child)when we could not afford a hospital. He was our family doctor, personal friend, and we work very hard at the Pharr Mennonite Church in Pharr, TX. I will never forget he was always there for his patients and friends (any time of the day or night). Roselee was always there in all his endeavors. They left the Rio Grande Valley and I never heard from them, our children grew up, our professional careers moved us, but the love for the Dr. Joe and the Suderman family will always be in our hearts. Our children now adults still remember all the visits to the clinic; and we thank him from the bottom of our hearts all he did for us. We will miss you, but we will see you someday in heaven. Roselee thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Esmer Gonzalez
June 1, 2009
May the Lord be by your side thru this tough time. Dr. Suderman delivered me 37 years ago...
Jonathan Searfoss
May 31, 2009
A man dedicated to the Lord and a sacrificial giver to the Lord's work - a great inspiration to me. He certainly is hearing "Well done, my good and faithful servant" now, as he is welcomed into his eternal home. May the Lord embrace his family with His Grace during this time.
Polly Bittick
May 30, 2009
Sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful person and doctor. Many years ago, when he first opened his clinic in Pharr, I worked with him, and learned so much from him, and the wonderul Christian man he was.
Emma Rosales-Garcia
May 30, 2009
My heartfelt condolences to Dr. Joe's family. He was such a kind man. I was a patient of his from childhood and on. He delivered 3 of my babies. I remember his clinic so well. Dr. Joe will never be forgotten.
Maria L. Snitker
May 30, 2009
Dr. Joe was a special person who loved the Lord and helped so many people as a doctor. I worked at the Suderman Clinic (1970-1971) but I was a patient when I was younger and attending El Faro. He was happy and proud about Rachel getting her flying license when she was so young. I am sure he was proud of each one of his children.
JOSE HANDY
May 30, 2009
PLEASE ACCEPT OUR CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR LOSS.
DR SUDERMAN WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON. WE WERE TREATED BY HIM WHEN HE WAS HERE IN PHARR. BE ASSURED HE IS NOW IN HEAVEN WITH OUR HEAVENLY FATHER.
Fred & Pat Gray
May 30, 2009
Dr. Joe will always be remembered in our hearts. Our prayers are with each of you in the loss of a wonderful doctor, husband, father, grandfather and friend.
He helped our family and we appreciated all that he did for Camp Loma de Vida.
Love and Prayers,
dora trejo
May 30, 2009
my thoughts&prayersarewiththefamily he brought me to the world i remember he very well friend& a good doctor i was born 1973
Cynthia Gonzalez
May 29, 2009
My thoughts & prayers are with family and friends. I know you do not know me but I was brought into this world, as was my older sister, by Dr Suderman. I was a patient of his for many many years and my Mother ALWAYS spoke so highly of him. I only wished he would've been my daughters pediatrician/doctor but she was not born till '92. My thought and prayers are with you.
Thank you,
Cynthia G Garza aka Cynthia Gonzalez
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