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Suzanne Martz Obituary
Sue died February 28, 2006, at the hospice unit at St. Vincent's Hospital. During her life she made lasting contributions to those around her, but if you could speak to her today, she would tell you the best thing she ever did was to give life to three wonderful daughters, Amy Sarachman (Michael), Stacy Martz (James Dunne), and Kristen Bach (Joe) and six wonderful grandchildren. She loved her family.
Suzie graduated from Sylvania Burnham High School and from the University of Toledo with a degree in Elementary Education. She was a great teacher and opened her own preschool, Step by Step teaching there for 22 years.
Suzie Martz was bright, articulate, and possessed a very strong sense of humor. She was most of all a great, caring mother. She taught her daughters how to be strong, independent women, loyal friends, involved parents, and lifelong partners to their spouses. For these gifts, her daughters are grateful.
Sue learned to play tennis at age 41, learned to ski at 44, learned to sail at 50 (and according to husband, Bob) was the only real sailor on the boat. She learned to play golf when she was in her sixties, and caught a 125 lb. sailfish in Mexico when she was 62. She was a lousy bowler. She was married to her husband, Bob for 50 years. She will be thought of over the years by all who knew her. Sue is also survived by her brother, James (Flo) Fuerst and sister, Jackie Graumlich.
There will be a time for friends to visit from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Coyle Funeral Home at 1770 S. Reynolds Road, Toledo, OH, on Saturday, March 4, 2006. If you wish to remember Sue, please make a charitable contribution to this fine charity, P.L.A.N. of Southwest Ohio, 11223 Cornell Park Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45242. Sue would thank you for it. Please view and sign the "on-line" guest register at www.Coyle FuneralHome.com
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Laura Egli
March 17, 2006
Dear Bob,
Just heard today of Sue's passing. My heart goes out to you.
Just to jog your memory, my husband Chris and I lived next to you and Sue on East Lincolnshire.
We thoroughly enjoyed having you for neighbors. I hope your heart heals quickly so you can come to enjoy the beautiful memories.
With sympathy,
Laura and Chris Egli
Charlene Friedman
March 8, 2006
I taught with Sue at Lagrange School in the '50's. We continued to keep in touch until the 90's.I always enjoyed the lunches out.We had a lot of laughs and also serious talks.Sy and I moved to Fort Myers in 1999.Sue was a beautiful person both on the inside and outside. We send our deepest sympathy to Bob and the family. Charlene and Sy Friedman
Barbara Hannon
March 6, 2006
It was a pleasure to teach with Sue for many years at Step By Step. She had a magical way with children. My deepest sympathy to Bob,her daughters and their families.
Joanne & Joe Lenkay
March 5, 2006
Dear Bob and Girls,
To Joe she was Suzie and to me she was Sue.. Either way we both loved her and will remember her as a caring and giving friend. Many days I enjoyed working with her at Step by Step. She surely loved those little ones. And Joe has many good college memories of Suzie.You have our sympathy and prayers on the passing of your lovely wife and mother. Sorry we couldn't be there at this time, as we are in Florida for the winter.
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Bob "Boomer" Stevenson
March 4, 2006
Bob, How sad I was at your call about the loss of Sue. My immediate mental picture was of that beautiful woman, "back when" in Ft. Wayne. And how her beauty stayed! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cathy and Bill Clark
March 3, 2006
Bob, Bill and I were so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you.
EJ Hewitt
March 3, 2006
Dear Bob, Amy, Stacy and Krissy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family for the tremendous loss of your beautiful mother. We are so blessed to have known Sue. She brought happiness to all who knew her. What an absolute angel!
Kindest regards, EJ & Don Hewitt
Ellen (Roth) Woodruff
March 2, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your Mom was always smiling...no matter how many of us were at your house! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Woodling-Gibson
March 2, 2006
It was my great joy to have worked for Sue during the 1980's. She was a wonderful mentor and friend. Some of the joy and fun she inspired goes directly to my students today! Thanks Sue!
Frank-Joe Auto Service Joe Gernheuser
March 2, 2006
Bob:Our deepest sorrow to you and your family. Sue was a great person and a joy to know, she will be greatly missed.Hope to see you on Sat.
Col Michael A. Nassr, USAF (Ret)
March 2, 2006
My cousin Sue came out to Califonia with another girl in 1955 during my first year at Hamilton Air Force Base, north of San Francisco. I took them to see the Ames Brothers who were performing at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco. It was a memorable occasion. Sue probably had just graduated from college.
Stacey/John Durst
March 2, 2006
We're thinking of you wishing you comfort.
Jim and Pat Felton
March 2, 2006
Bob,
Our Thoughts, and deepest sympathy are with you and your family.
Shelley Coulter(Suder)
March 2, 2006
Amy,
My prayers are with you and your family. I have wonderful memories of spending the night at your house! Your Mom made homemade donuts that I still make for my children.She also was a good sport as when we got caught jumping off the landing into bean bag chairs! Keep the loving memories alive in your heart.
Laura Pounds
March 2, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have many fond memories of fun times spent with your family as we grew up. "Father and Mother Martz" were very special to me. God's peace be with all of you.
Laura Landes Pounds
Mary Reus (Herr)
March 2, 2006
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
jeff ARMAN
March 2, 2006
THINKING OF YOU ALL AT THIS TIME...THE ARMAN FAMILY IN COLUMBUS
Leslie Pomeroy
March 2, 2006
My thoughts are with all of you.
Carol Gottschalk
March 2, 2006
Dear Bob and Girls, I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I will always remember Sue's beautiful smile and some wonderful times we had on your sail boat and especially the first trip you and Terry made to bring the boat to the marina, along with some fun dinners together. My prayers will be with you during this difficult time.
Jim and Flo Fuerst
March 2, 2006
We are in Rockport, Texas, but our love, sympathy and prayers are with Bob, Amy, Stacy and Kristen.
Jim Wood
March 2, 2006
Gayle and I have great memories of our vacations we took together with Sue and Bob. Our prayers are for special grace for the family. We love you all.
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