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Susan Strittmater Obituary

Susan "Sue" (Finn) Strittmater

Susan "Sue" (Finn) Strittmater 77, peacefully passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at her home in St. Louis Park, Minnesota surrounded by family.

Sue was born in Saint Petersburg, Florida and grew up in La Crosse, Wisconsin. She attended Blessed Sacrament grade school and was a 1962 graduate of Aquinas High School. She married the love of her life, Ron Strittmater and settled in Coon Rapids, Minnesota to raise a family. Sue and Ron later moved to St. Louis Park, Minnesota to be closer to their grandchildren. She enjoyed many hours of reading, gardening, antiquing and watching her children's and grandchildren's sporting events and programs.

Sue was the most amazing mother and grandmother! Her unconditional love and devotion significantly contributed to the personal and professional success in the lives of her family. She will be greatly missed.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Mildred and James Finn.

She is survived by her husband, Ron; son, Brian (Traci) and their children: Elli and Libby, by her son, Dan (Gina) and their three kids: Dan Jr., Angel and Autumn; and by her siblings: Jim Finn Jr, Priscilla Osterhout, Steve (Wanda) Finn, Patty Nehls and Tom (Sandy) Finn.

A private celebration of her life will be held on her birthday in November.

Published by La Crosse Tribune on Oct. 2, 2022.

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