Susan Jo Ranes

1947 - 2017

Susan Jo Ranes obituary, 1947-2017, Mount Vernon, IN

BORN

1947

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Alexander Funeral Home-West Chapel

2100 West Illinois Street

Evansville, Indiana

Susan Ranes Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 10, 2017.

Susan Jo Ranes, 70, of Mt. Vernon, formerly of Evansville, passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2017, at St. Vincent Hospital, with her family by her side. She was born May 16, 1947, in Evansville, IN to the late Arthur T. and Maxine (Hufnagel) Ottman.

She graduated from F.J. Reitz High School in 1965 and was a lifelong member of Simpson United Methodist Church. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she enjoyed spending time with them and attending their sporting events. Susie looked forward to attending her monthly Bunco night with neighbors and monthly luncheon date with her close friends. She was a talented seamstress, specializing in custom made drapery. She also dearly loved her dog, Bella.

Susan was preceded in death by her sister, Carol Choate; nephew, M. Andrew Choate; and niece, Kelly Keith.

She is survived by her husband, Kenny Ranes; daughters, Brooke (Steve) Wells and Erin (Kirk) Meyer; grandchildren, Cooper, Mattie Jo and Wyatt Wells, Reece, Kord and Berklee Meyer; nephew, Jeff (Michelle) Choate; great-nephew, Andrew; brother-in-law, Keith (Marcie) Ranes; nieces, Breana (Michael) Goldman, Beth Ranes and Amiee Ranes; and a special group of friends.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, August 14, 2017, at Alexander West Chapel, officiated by Rev. Dennis Adams, with entombment in Alexander Memorial Park. Friends may visit Sunday from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank the staff at St. Vincent Hospital Cardiac ICU, especially Dr. Garcia and Dr. Curtis.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Vanderburgh County Humane Society and Posey County Humane Society. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.

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October 7, 2017

Julia & Randy Thurman

Kenny & family,

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Susie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless each of you at this most difficult time.

Julie & Randy Thurman

August 14, 2017

Very sorry again about Susie. I am praying for you Kenny and the family during this devastating time. She was a sweet lady.


Sincerely,
Mary Ann Hurley

August 13, 2017

John Choate

So sorry for your loss, Susie was always so sweet to me and family. My prayers go out to her family. God Bless!

August 13, 2017

Cathy Dewes-Summers

I was stunned to read of Susie passing away. Hadn't seen my cousin in many years, but have still been able to keep in touch through social media. There are many fond memories of childhood in Evansville. Will be missed.

August 13, 2017

Margie (Bradley) Adcock

Kenny & Family,

So sorry to read that Susie passed away. I also graduated from F. J. Reitz High School in 1965.
I remember both of you, Susie Ottman & Kenny Ranes. Susie will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved

August 12, 2017

Pam Curtis

Brooke,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sorry for your loss.

August 11, 2017

Roxann Weyer

Reece, Kord & Berkelee,
I'm so very sorry for the loss of your grandmother. Please give your mother a big hug for me. I'll keep your whole family in my prayers.

August 11, 2017

Roger &Maggie Sanford

Kenny, Brooke and Erin, Roger and I are so very sorry to hear of Susie's passing...She was a most beautiful woman, friend and neighbor, and I know she will be missed by everyone who knew her, especially all of her precious family. There are no words to fill the void, but please know we are praying mightily for each of you, and we will continue to lift your hearts up to our Lord, who has abundant peace to offer. Rest in peace Sweet Lady.

August 10, 2017

Roger Parker

So very sorry to hear this news. Kenny, you and your family have my condolences. You all are in my prayers. May God keep Susie, you and your whole family in his care!

August 10, 2017

Christy Probus

Brooke and family...I a man so sorry to hear of your loss. I will most assuredly keep you all in our prayers. Love, Christy Probus

August 10, 2017

Carolyn Knopfmeier

We Bunco girls lost a beautiful and special friend. Kenny and family, our prayers are with you! Carolyn and Howard Knopfmeier

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Aug

13

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Alexander Funeral Home-West Chapel

2100 West Illinois Street, Evansville, IN

Aug

14

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Alexander West Chapel

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2100 West Illinois Street, Evansville, IN 47712

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