Suzanne Needham Gromme
Suzanne Needham Gromme
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Suzanne (Sue) Needham Gromme, aged 94 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 4, 2025.
Sue was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on November 29, 1930 to Howard and Margaret Needham.Sue was preceded in spirit by her parents, sister Jolly, husband Roy and daughter Helen.
Sue is survived by her daughters Alison Gromme and Andrea Baxter.
Sue had a special quiet grace that touched so many throughout her long and adventurous life. Her mischievous sparkle and loving nature was what drew so many near to her, then she captured their hearts.
From her beginnings in Wauwotosa, she traveled the world well before it was fashionable. From attending university in Scotland then traveling solo by bicycle across the freshly war-ravaged Europe to ski in the Alps, Sue was a fearless seeker of life's joys, and fostered a lifelong love of learning.
She was worldly and wise but had time to spare for everyone that she encountered and made each of them feel like they were the most important person in the world.
She met the love of her life, Roy one day while hiking with friends on what would become their beloved Ice Age Trail.
The two would soon marry and start a new life together. Their adventures only increased with their union. Sue and Roy lived in India for a time, then spent years in the Rocky Mountains where they were avid hikers and mountaineers, and finally settled back in the midwest to raise their remarkable daughters.
From her strong faith, to the arts to conservation, Sue was dedicated to the causes and ideals that she loved which brought her into the lives of many of her dearest and lifelong friends. Once in her presence, few escaped her charm and warm embrace.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Angels Grace Hospice for their unwavering support and compassion during Sue's final days. Even there, Sue found new friends and felt secure in their care.
In recognition of Sue's wishes, there will be no formal memorial service, though everyone who knew her is welcome to honor her life in their own way.
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