CLEMENS, Lois Ann "Susie"
of Kalamazoo, Michigan Lois Ann "Susie" Clemens, age 73, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. She was born on January 11, 1940 in Kalamazoo, MI the daughter of L.D. and Elsie Poland Clemens. Susie worked at many jobs in her lifetime including: Jolly Kids Togs, Shakespeare Company, Borgess Nursing Home and the U.S. Postal Service. At one time she owned her own business, "Katz-N-Hearts Krafts". Surviving are: her siblings, Larry Sue Clemens, Robert Karen Clemens, Darlene Grant Perron, Charles Karen Clemens and Richard Susan Clemens; special friend and companion, Barbara Bommersbach; and many nieces, nephews, aunts and one uncle. Susie was very independent and fiercely loyal to family and friends. A good day for Susie included a good book, a crossword puzzle and many laughs. She was also an excellent quilter. She loved British television drama, the Chicago Cubs and Notre Dame football. In accordance to her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation or services. A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. Susie's family extends many thanks to the staff of Bronson Hospital and Rose Arbor Hospice Residence for their kind and professional care of our sister. Please direct memorial contributions to Rose Arbor Hospice Residence. Arrangements were made by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street.