Suzanne Kurten Held

RACINE - Suzanne Kurten Held, February 15, 1926 - February 15, 2012 Sue was born in Racine, WI to Gertrude and Dr. Russell Kurten (founder of the Kurten Medical Clinic). She was preceded in death by her brothers John (Allelu) and George Kurten (Mary Jo). She is survived by her brother Nicholas (Nancy) Kurten of St. Louis, MO and children Wendy (David) Kunz of Woodbury, MN; Lisa Held of Racine and Chicago; Jeff (Gay) Held of Chicago, IL and Kurt (Patty) Held of St. Louis, MO. She is also survived by grandchildren Christopher (Kristen) Lynch, Matthew Lynch, Emily Held, Sam Held, Justin Kunz, Erin (Eric) Lauer and great-granddaughter, Madison Lynch. While raising her family in Racine, Sue loved cooking, gardening and working for many years as an interior decorator. Sue left Racine in her late 50's and moved to Chicago. She spent much of her time volunteering at various art museums, including the Contemporary Art Museum, as well as the Chicago Symphony. Sue was also a member of the Art Institute of Chicago and the Arts Club of Chicago. She enjoyed traveling to northern Wisconsin and spending time with her family and grandchildren. Sue will be missed by all who loved and respected her never-ending spirit, determination and independence. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America or the Dairymen's Foundation (Boulder Junction, WI). A memorial service in Racine celebrating Sue's life will be planned and announced later in the spring of 2012. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois, 773-281-5058 or www.cremation-society.com. Cremation Society of Illinios 736 W. Addison Chicago, IL 60613 www.cremation-society.com.