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Susan West Obituary
May 2, 1951-Sept. 1, 2015
After a brief struggle with cancer God received another angel, Susan J. West (Keppler), of Castle Rock, Colo., formerly of Akron, Ohio.
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Carolyn Morse
May 23, 2017
I was so very saddened to read we lost a beautiful person and a great healer. Everything about Sue was full of love..her eyes, smile, healing hands, her heart and words. She had a great influence on my life. Her laughter will be with me forever. As I heard her say more than once..Life is too short. Thank you Sue for giving so much to anyone on your journey. I cherish the memories. Love you!! I know you were there to welcome my mom home.
Joyce Aldrich
October 13, 2016
~~~Love and light~~~
Dana Meacham
October 12, 2016
To Sue's family,
I am just now finding out Sue had passed on. I had been a patient of hers for years, but had been feeling good for quite some time and had not been in since the Summer of 2015. Sue was incredible, as you already know. Her soft spoken, gentle way was what first struck you, but you soon learned a passionate, skilled, loving heart and mind embodied her whole being. This calming persona was what first drew you to her, but her expertise and healing abilities were what enabled me to feel stronger both physically and mentally. What a wonderful person, she so loved you all, and I am certain she is with you everyday. Blessings to you all-
Dana Meacham
Cristy Spears
November 23, 2015
I want to say that Sue is truly the only Angel I have ever met on this earth. Sue brought calm in my life and I am sure so many countless other lives as well. I have never met a more caring, kind, loving person. I am Thankful to have had you in my journey and will never forget you. This world would be so great if we all had a mentor like Sue. Love you.
Donna Dietz
October 25, 2015
After hearing the message,I could not make myself look, but knew I had to. I was a patient of Sue's since 2006. She not only healed me, she listened to me. She was such a caring person. Sue you will be missed by all. My heart breaks for your family. Your gentle words, your gentle touch, God received one of the best angels I knew.
Heidi Deaton
October 14, 2015
I Just heard the news of Sue last Saturday. Sue not only did my acupuncture, she was my friend. She always thought of everyone else ahead of herself. The loss of Sue is a loss of a great and loving person. I know if anyone is in heaven it is Sue. My heart breaks for her family. She talked of them every time I saw her. She loves them with all her heart and I know she will be looking after them always. I love you Sue. Thank you for taking care of me and everyone. God Bless.
Kim Stevans
October 7, 2015
OMG I just received the news and my heart is shattered. I was a patient of hers for quite a few years. She BY FAR was thee most nurturing, caring and kind soul I ever had the pleasure to know. Without a doubt Heaven has received a most special Angel! She loved talking about her family, especially her grandbabies. :-) I am just so very very sorry for all that loved her. Our extreme loss is God's gain of a special soul. My most heartfelt condolences.
Dusti Butaud
October 3, 2015
I am so very sorry to hear of Sue's passing! She was such a wonderful women and I very much enjoyed being one of her patients for the last 7 years. She always shared stories of her family with me and the joy of her love for her family was always so very dear. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. Rest in peace sweet Sue!
Maren Rosmorduc
September 28, 2015
To Sue's family: I am sorry to hear of your loss. Do know that all of us who knew her will miss her caring and her skill. She was one of the best acupuncturists I've ever known. She made a big difference in our lives. Rest in peace, Sue.
Julie Greenberg
September 16, 2015
To Sue's Family -
Sue was a genuine caring soul with a huge heart. I was a patient of hers for awhile and before undergoing my double mastectomy as well as during my 2 Stages of reconstruction. She was truly one of the most supportive and wonderful woman I've met and so glad to have known her. I'm extremely sad as I just found out today of her passing and that I will not be able to talk to her and see her amazing smile and compassion in her eyes. God bless you Sue I will truly miss you.
Nettie Palace
September 14, 2015
In memory to s friend and a good friend
Nettie Palace
September 14, 2015
My sincere sympathy for Sue's family. I was a patient of Dur's for 9 years and just found out today if her passing. She was also a friend to me helping me through so many times in my life that seemed so dark. I am sad and I will miss her terribly.
September 12, 2015
We were so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. She was a wonderful acupuncturist and a very special woman! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathleen and Tom Di Leo
Debbie Duhon
September 11, 2015
To Sue's family, I met your mom / wife through a friend when I was having a surgery and I contacted her to help me. I know you all probably know, but she was amazing and I am saddened to hear of her passing. She was so kind to me and treated me with such compassion. She was so happy for her son, who had gotten married and she said the wedding was beautiful. I hope you will find peace. Know she will be missed by those of us who only knew her for a short time.
September 11, 2015
Dear Lyn and all of the family,
We are sorry of the unexpected death of Sue. She was such a lovely and talented lady with a beautiful smile. May your memories help you through your grief. God bless you all...Larry and Dixie
September 11, 2015
Dear Michelle and Family, although I did not personally know this Beautiful woman, I feel I met her through Michelle's eyes. my heart is heavy for your loss and may her journey may be of Peace and Love. I hope today all of you celebrate the life, the laughter and wonderful memories you have all shared over the years. Enjoy the stories, the memories and see this Wonderful woman through the eyes of others as well. ~~~Love and Light~~~ The Aldrich Family.
Sofia Pico-Ambrosio
September 10, 2015
I am so sad that the earth has lost one of its Angels. Sue was so kind and helpful to me as I was grieving the loss of my husband. She helped me heal emotionally and physically. Whenever I was getting a treatment from Sue, I felt completely surrounded by love and compassion. Thank you Sue for your kindness and for being an inspiration to me. To Sues' family, my heart goes out to you. We can only be consoled by knowing how lucky we were to have had her in our lives.
Paige Yungstrom
September 10, 2015
Lynn and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of dear Sue. She was one of the most special people I had ever met. She had a calming and healing nature about her that emanated from her. She's was a true healer and helped so many, including myself. I will forever remember Sue and her wonderful spirit. May your hearts find some peace during this difficult time.
Love to you all.
Julie Vilalovos
September 9, 2015
A lovely lady and healer who will be missed dearly. My deepest sympathy to Lynn, Michelle and all of her family and friends. May God hold you in the Palm of His Hand.
Randi Garske
September 9, 2015
Sue was an amazing, wonderful person. She will be missed by so many.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
September 9, 2015
Dear Keppler & West Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May she rest in gods land of peace till we meet again!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Lori & Brad Bailey & Sons - Tallmadge, OH
Ryan Shelenberger
September 9, 2015
Lynn: We are so sad to hear of your loss. Sue, and you, have been so kind and caring for others. Sue has helped us in more ways that we can count! Thank you for opening up your home to us when we had no where to go. Sue's acupuncture has helped our family immeasurably. The great part about getting treated by Sue, was that her acupuncture was great, and her concern and thoughtfulness was even better! There is very little I can say to help with your loss, but I hope that hearing and remembering how many people Sue touched will somehow help. We think the world of you guys and are praying that the peace of Christ will comfort you. Thank you Lynn and Sue.
Gerrie Blair
September 9, 2015
Dear Lynn, Michelle, and RaeAnn,
I am stunned since I just talked to Sue Aug 27th and she just said she was glad I was taking care of myself in her absence with no indication of her condition. She is a true healer and will never be forgotten for her caring and sweet nature. I feel lost without her and can only imagine how all of you miss her angel like kindness. She took care of me for over four years and I have never felt better.
Take care of yourselves now; she would want that for you and all of us.
Sincerely,
Gerrie Kay Blair
Deanna Napier
September 8, 2015
Sue was one of those people that restored hope, love and healing in our world. May her memory live on. I love you, Sue, thank you for all you did.
September 8, 2015
Lynn you and the family are on our hearts and thoughts. With much love TJ & Monique Smith.
Jenny Napier
September 8, 2015
I have been seeing Sue for a very long time. She will be truly missed. She was truly a heart warming soul. Jenny and Napier Family
Kathy Gimelli
September 8, 2015
I am so, so very sorry for your loss! My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Gerrie Blair
September 8, 2015
Dear Lynn, RaeAnn, and Michelle,
I have been seeing Sue for over four years and she is a gifted healer who cares so much for everyone. I feel lost without her. I am so sorry and hope you all know how much she has helped others with her angel kindness.
With love and condolences,
Gerrie Kay Blair
September 8, 2015
Sue was not only my acupuncturist but my dear friend for more than eight years. She will always be a treasured part of my life and will be greatly missed.
Claudia Kelly
Barb McIntosh
September 8, 2015
Lynn, Family and Friends:
Sue was an exceptionally kind and loving soul who will be so missed. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers with much love.
September 7, 2015
Lynn, Family and Friends. Sue left us all with a beautiful body of work based in nurturance and love. She was a gift. Her presence will be missed but her beautiful legacy will live on. Blessings. Janet Diederichs
September 6, 2015
Lynn, I know the feelings you are going through right now. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sue was one of the gentlest and most soft spoken people I have ever met. I am grateful that I was able to spend time with you and Sue over the years. Sue will always be in my thoughts. Peace Glenda Mees
Greg Simpson
September 5, 2015
You and your loved ones will be in my thoughts and prayers
Fred La Count
September 4, 2015
Dear Lyn,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences and may the love of friends and family carry you through your time of grief. God bless.
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