"Sorry for your loss of your sister Lynn, Lori, Janet, and Mary. My sympathy to your whole family as well. Donna "
In loving memory of
Suzanne Stoffel
July 28, 1954 - October 27, 2021
A memorial Mass for Sue will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at the Divine Mercy Parish ~ St. Cecelia Catholic Church in Algona. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 PM on Monday, November 1, 2021, at Oakcrest Funeral Services. Inurnment will be held at 2:00 PM on November 4, 2021, at the Iowa Veteran Cemetery in Van Meter. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Kossuth County Cancer Foundation or Hospice of the Heartland. Memorial Mass will be live-streamed on Divine Mercy Catholic Parish YouTube Page. https://youtu.be/XifLTE7W9jA
Suzanne Ruth was born on July 28, 1954; to Yvonne and Robert Holtzbauer in Algona, Iowa. Sue, as she was affectionately called, was the oldest of 7 kids Lynn Fett, Lori (Brian) Geitzenauer, Bob (LeAnn) Holtzbauer, Janet (Dion) Radig, Michael (Gina) Holtzbauer, and Mary Beth (Bob) Kuhlmann.
Sue grew up in Algona attending Garrigan High School class of 1972. After high school she attended school in Kansas City to become a flight attendant. Upon graduation she returned to Algona where she met Bob Stoffel the love of her life. They were married on July 5, 1975, built a home, and started a family. Sue stayed home and raised her three wonderful children Bryan (Kelly) Stoffel, Amanda (Sam) Scott, and Eric (Ben) Stoffel. Once the children were grown Sue began working at Solbach's Pharmacy and Gift store on Main Street. She would greet everyone with a smile and a friendly conversation. After Solbach's closed, Sue was employed by Iowa Lakes Community College, where she enjoyed being a proctor until she retired in August 2020. She loved being a Nana (Grandma) to Kayden Stoffel, Nicklas and Kaitlynn Scott, spending any time she could with them.
Sue passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, surrounded by loved ones. She was 67
She was an amazing wife, mother, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. She was met in heaven by her Father Robert Holtzbauer, Grandma Helen Egel, Grandparents Andrew and Francis Holtzbauer, Grandfather Eric Ericson, in-laws Roy and Alma Stoffel, Brother-in-law Kevin Fett, Sister and Brother-in-law Marilyn (Stoffel) and Tom Hudspeth, Aunt Sister Ruth Marie Holtzbauer, along with many other loved ones.
Tributes
"thinking of you all during this time-with my heartfelt prayers. Rest In Peace Suzanne-your love,peace and light will always radiate and shine and sparkle from above in God\'s wonderful constellation-heaven-watch over us all with smiles and sunshine. My Heartfelt Love, Peace and Prayers, Mark J.VonBank-Park Rapids, Mn.-[formerly of Algona, Iowa]."
"Sue was a beautiful person inside and out! She always had a smile on her face. I extend my deepest sympathy to her family and friends!!!"
"A special ray of sunshine will be shining upon your family today as you gather to celebrate the life of her beautiful soul. May many wonderful memories give you solace in the days ahead. Rest in Peace, Sue! ~Larry & Cindy Vaske"
"Bob & family, I will miss Sue terribly, as you all will. Her twinkly eyes & sweet smile?.there is no one like her. Love to all of you for sharing her with us.?? John & Mary Nolan"
"Bob and family, So very sorry to hear of Sue?s passing. May many fond memories and lots of love help you all during this time. Many thoughts and prayers for all. With deep sympathy, Tony & Judy Schiltz"
"Dear Bob and family, I am so very sad to read of your dear Sue?s passing. I have many fond memories of the times you and Sue and Mike and I would have together. She had such a bright smile and caring heart. Big ((Hugs)) to you all. Terri Kajewski "
"Praying for your whole family in this time of great sorrow. Marlene Raney"
"So sorry to hear of Sue\'s passing, always remember that big smile. We always look forward to seeing you both when we visit Algona, Sue will be missed by all."
"Thoughts and prayers to Sue?s family. She was such a sweet person and she made the world a brighter place with her smile. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you all. "
"My prayers to the family. "
"Deepest Sympathy to you Bob,Yvonne,Lynn,Lori,Bob,Janet,Mike,Mary and All of your Family with the loss of Sue!!
RIP SUE!!?
KEEPING YOU AND ALL OF YOUR FAMILY IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!!??
THE SEWICKS,RANDY,LORI and FAMILY!"
"I am so sorry to hear about your family?s loss. She was such a kind woman. Thoughts and prayers. "
"I?m so very sorry to hear about the passing of dear Sue. I absolutely loved going into Solbach?s when she was working - what a day brightener! I hope the wonderful memories you have of her will continue to shine in your lives and may she be illuminated by the face of God in Heaven. "
"My heartfelt sympathies to Sue\'s family. I enjoyed our visits at the college. Sue was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed. May your memories provide comfort to each of you, as you mourn the loss of your wife, mother, daughter and sister."
"We were so sorry to hear about Sue?s passing away. She was such a kind and generous lady and always had a smile to welcome you. May all your wonderful memories of her sustain you in your grief and may she Rest In Peace."
"Mark and I are saddened of the news of Sue?s passing! May your memories sustain you through the days to come! "
"Bob and family. Our deepest sympathy to you all. Sue would light up the room with her smile and personality. She was one of a kind and will truly be missed. Prayers for you all. May she rest in peace and in God\'s grace. ?? Denny and Joyce Frideres "
"So sorry for your loss, she was such a sweetheart, Sending all our prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. Dave & Betty Shillington"
"Bob and family, we were so sorry to read this news. We remember Sue as always being so sweet and always with a smile! We will keep all of you in our prayers ???? Tom and Linda Froehlich "