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Susan Vos Obituary

Vos, Susan Susan Vos passed away peacefully June 5, 2012, after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her son Adam; daughter-in-law Melissa (nee Harju); and two grandchildren, Taylor and Zoe of Chicago. Sue is also survived by her sister, Katherine (Keenie) Boehlke of Missoula, MT and many nieces and nephews. Sue recently retired after 20 years of service with the Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, June 11, 11:00 am, at New England Congregational Church, 406 W. Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60506. A Celebration of Life Gathering will follow from noon to 4:00 pm at Paramount Theater Grand Gallery, 23 E. Galena Blvd, Aurora. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the New England Congregational Church or to her grandchildren's school, St. Cornelius School, 5252 N. Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, in Sue's honor. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Illinois. Info 800-622-8358.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 8, 2012.

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June 14, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your
time of grief. May your memories bring you
comfort.

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

June 11, 2012

Vos Family. Please accept my condolences on the passing of Sue, my friend and associate in the Aurora Kiwanis Club for many years.
God Bless you.
Bill Kettley

Mary Pat Brady Young

June 11, 2012

To the family of Sue Vos. We are so sorry for the loss of a dear cousin of ours. Your family has our prayers and condolences, especially myself and my brothers in Montana and Nevada. Mary Pat Brady Young - Greer SC

Ray Warchol

June 11, 2012

Sue was one of those special people you meet in life that you will never forget. I am proud to have known her. We will all miss Sue but will smile every time we think of her.

Rusty Parsons

June 10, 2012

God's speed Sue. There is no pain in Heaven. You did so much for Aurora, and you will be sorely missed by all you touched.

Melisa Taylor

June 8, 2012

What a blessing for everyone that got an opportunity to know Sue!!! She was one of the most nice, sincere, kindest fireballs that was on this earth. She has left such a postive mark on all that knew her. I am sure she would be proud to know that she has left a permanent positive mark on all that met her and a beautiful mark on this earth forever. I am sure the success of Sue on earth will be used above. God Bless you my friend! Melisa Taylor

Diane Cole

June 8, 2012

So sorry for the loss of Sue on this earth! She was kind, brilliant, funny and had one of the most outstanding personalities. Her love for life was extremely contagious. Rest in Peace.

Sue McCollum

June 8, 2012

Sue was an active member of Highlands Little Theatre when she lived in Sebring, Fl. One of her memorable roles was Bloody Mary in our production of South Pacific. She was a good friend and our trip to NYC was so memorable! Love to her family and friends.

Holly Cain

June 8, 2012

Heaven is enjoying her songs and dancing. Sue brought so much energy and charisma to state tourism meetings and conventions. A true mentor and leader in our industry. Love you Sue!

Jeanne Norris

June 8, 2012

I was privileged by the gift of Sue's friendship. She was like no other in her friendliness, affection, vitality and humor. She'll be tucked away tenderly in the hearts of those of us who love her. My sympathy to Adam, Melissa, and the children.

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