Susie Van Laarhoven, 86, passed away Monday, September 12, 2016, at Parkland Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. The Daughter of Susie M. Flanders and Foster D Locke, was born in Warner N.H. on March 22, 1930.
Susie was predeceased by her loving husband Cornelius (1927-2013). Survived by her 6 loving children; Brenda (West) Goodnow, Robert Van Laarhoven, Gary and wife Holly Van Laarhoven, Linda (Van Laarhoven) and husband Ted Bice, Martin and wife Debbie Van Laarhoven, Sharon (Van Laarhoven) Stanley, close family friend Bonnie Van Laarhoven, as well as 12 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 1 one great grandchild on the way. Susie was a member of the First Baptist Church in Derry NH and sang in the choir for many years. She had a passion for being with family, coloring, bird watching and enjoying her time at the family lake house in Wakefield NH.
A celebration of her life was held on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 2:00pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St, Derry. A calling hour was held from 1 – 2 pm prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice may be made in Susie’s name.