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SUSAN BANTA Obituary
Sue was born December 18, 1943 in Mount Vernon, WA to Earl and Anolea "Sis" (Rasmussen) Eddy; she passed away September 30, 2016 at her home in Mount Vernon with family and friends by her side.
Sue graduated from Mount Vernon High School in 1962, just a few days later she married Jerry Nicholas Banta on June 11, 1962. In 1964 they welcomed their daughter Kerry Sue and Jodie and Julie in 1969.
Sue worked for the Mount Vernon School District at Madison, Mount Baker and Centennial Schools as a teachers aide, lunch lady and recess duty from 1975-2000. She was a member of the Mother of Twins Club. Any job that Sue had was centered around helping others. She loved having family and friends around, either for dinner, camping or parties she had an open door to all the girls friends and was an honorary mother to many.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Jerry; sister: Sandra Maskell; grandson: Matthew Martinez, and father: Earl Eddy; brother in law: Gary Walden. She is survived by daughters: Kerry (Victor) Martinez, Jodie (Jerry) Swanson and Julie (Dave Morgan) Davis; mother: Anolea Eddy; sister: Kathleen (Tim) Langston; grandchildren: Tyler Martinez, Teasa Martinez, A.J. Steen and Jacksen Davis; sisiter in law: Sandra Walden; numerous aunts, uncles, cousin's nieces, nephews and friends.
A special thank you to mom's caregivers: Trena, Colby, Carla, Teasa, Jane and Hospice of the Northwest for taking such good care of our mom.
A Memorial Reception will be held Friday, October 14, 2016, 4:00-6:00 pm in the Hawthorne Reception Room.
Please share your thoughts of Sue and sign the online guest register at www.hawthornefh.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Hawthorne Funeral Home, 1825 E College Way, Mount Vernon.
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Memories and Condolences
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Georgia Lang
October 19, 2016
My husband and I just returned from a vacation when I heard of Sue's passing. I am so sorry to hear the news. She was a great lady. I loved the years I spent working with her at Madison She was always the bright spot in the day. Kids and adults alike knew she had a hug and a kind word for them. I will never forget the fun time we shared at my wedding when she helped me get ready and make it through all of the pictures. We laughed so hard!
She will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Kaye Shaw
October 12, 2016
Each life is touched by others. with some, the touch is warm and loving and lingers forever. That is how Susan will be remembered. Always in our hearts and at peace at last. Love you all. K.D., Bart, & Frances
October 11, 2016
Sue was such a special person, always thinking of others. May God bless her family with all the special memories you have stored away of this warm and loving woman. Char Youngquist
Rick & Cindy McDaniel
October 10, 2016
Susan was such a special member of our family. Even though we didn't see her real often, we would chat by phone to catch up. She will be dearly missed. Our love & sympathy to Kerry, Jodie, Julie & families
October 8, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Sue at Centennial Elementary. She was always a bright light for our students. Blessings to her family.
Marilyn Judd
October 6, 2016
I was saddened to hear of Susan's passing. The class of MVHS '62 will definitely miss her. I will miss all the postings on Facebook by Sue and the games we played together. It was a connection I will surely miss. My prayers to her family.
Nancy Sager
October 6, 2016
My thoughts & prayers are with all Sue's family & friends who are missing her. She will be greatly missed! Our MVHS Class of '62 Reunions will never be the same again. Rest in God's Peace!
Angela Walden
October 5, 2016
Aunt Sue thank you for our talks, our lunch dates and most of all your love. A life well lived all we leave behind when we die and you left behind one of the best.
Trena Humerickhouse
October 5, 2016
I light this candle in Special memory of a wonderful lady, with a beautiful heart! I feel I was truly blessed to have been welcomed by Sue and her family, to provide her home care until her final breath. I can say we had great times together, laughing and crying. Sue's strength showed in many ways and was determined, even until her last breath to make that final decision - to pass. Sue is finally back with the love of her life and will suffer no more! I keep this candle lit, for her Daughters who were by her side Day in and Day out letting her know how much they loved her. I wish them peace and strength, to get thru this emotional time - know, your parents will ALWAYS be smiling down on you!
Danielle Welcome
October 5, 2016
Love you forever.
Leanne Maskell
October 5, 2016
She fought the fight with a determined spirit while in treatment. When treatment problems arose she accepted her decision that she had had enough and placed it in the hands of God. Her faith carried her the rest of the way. God bless you Sue, I will miss you, but am peaceful that you are no longer suffering and are with our redeemer.
Michael Griffin
October 5, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Susan will be missed.
Chuck & Renee Roozekrans
October 4, 2016
Sorry to hear of Sue's passing. She always had such an infectious smile that would warm your heart. We had some great times at the " Banta House" when we were younger, and some lasting camping memories. Your Family is in our thoughts and prayers.
October 4, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. I loved seeing her at school all the time. She had the best smile. Judy Luxem
Kevin, Melinda, Ashley & Nona Loy
October 4, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joel Hofstad
October 3, 2016
I cannot remember my life without Sue in it. Whether it was at a campground, Madison, MVFD or just around town. She ALWAYS had open arms to give you a hug. Many will miss her... I know I sure do.
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