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SUSAN SACHEN Obituary

SUSAN V. SACHEN, 86, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Kingston Care Center in Fort Wayne. Born July 5, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Clement J. and Dorothy (Freistof fer) Getty. Sue was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed flowers, bird watching, and endless snacks. Sue was quiet, tender hearted, brave, loving, and thoughtful. She was the sunshine of her family. She is survived by her husband, Ken Sachen; children, Karen (Traci) Goss, Tom (Holly) Goss and Julie (Todd) Wappes; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren, and siblings, Geraldine Robb, Jean Weeks and Clem Getty. She was also preceded in death by her infant son, Timothy; and sisters, Dorothy Hall, Ruth White, Rose Marie Smith, Lillian Shattuck, Virgilia Noll, Patricia Hughes, Rita Slater, and Irma Vanderbosch. The family would like to extend a heartfelt "thank you" to the staff of Kingston Care Center for the care and love of Susan. A private immediate family celebration of her life will be held at a later date. C.M. Sloan & Sons Funeral Home, Fort Wayne is handling arrangements and condolences can be left online at www.sloanandsonsfuneralhome.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Mar. 9, 2023.

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Claudia Ruhl, next door neighbor

March 9, 2023

My sincere sympathies to Ken and all of the family on the loss of Susan. Never knew she had the same birthday as my mother - they were much alike. Leaving beautiful memories.

John & Doris Hartman

March 9, 2023

So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed talking with Ken and Susan. They our great neighbors. Praying for your family.

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