Birth date: Aug 28, 1951 Death date: Mar 10, 2021
Susan K. Antilla Holmes became our Guardian Angel on March 10, 2021. Susan was born in Tacoma, WA on August 28,1951. She grew up in Tacoma, attending Fern Hill Elementary, Baker Middle School & graduating from Mt. Tahoma High Scho Read Obituary
Dearest family,
There are no words, Sue was an incredible woman. She has touched so many lives and is a gift to all of us that had the honor to know her.
Until we meet again Sue, your spirit will live on in the lives of the people you love. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💜💜💜
Tom HumeKaitlin Holmes- Nagel
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Tom Hume
Again Dear Kaitlin, I am somehow just reading this and I think you said it straight from your heart about your Mom. She loved you, Cole and my gosh for sure her Grandsons' Cameron and Kasen. In fact she lived for her Grandchildren because that's what Mom's do, just wait to be a Grandma. I always had so much fun watching you girls grow up and admired the way she raised all of you girls, of course with the help of your Dad. She was the lucky one to have such a beautiful family and was able to stay home with all of you through all the years. I loved that about my sister Susie, so proud of you and your sisters. I especially loved the time she allowed all of you to come to Alaska to be with me! That was a gift she gave to me, entrusting her girls to leave her sight for that far away. But that is how she was, she wanted you all to see all that you could away from home. Yes, we all say the same thing ..........Not now, not yet, it's too soon and please don't leave us!😢 But she had to go, her body was too sick and we all simply cannot believe it. Just want you to know I will always be here for you I promise. ❤️ You can call anytime and I will be seeing you soon. I love you very much. 💞Aunt Sharon
Tom HumeAmy Holmes Taylor
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Tom Hume
Dear Amy, You are your Mom for sure. You all are your Mom and you also are your Grandma. You spoke from the heart and the heart only speaks the truth. I read this for the first time, I don't know why I haven't seen until today, three days after my best friend passed away and also my sister I loved her so much. She did so many things for me and with me. When I had Stacy she came to stay and help take care of me and Steve and Dick. She came to Alaska too for Stacy's wedding and we had a glorious time all together. Yes it was me who left the nest far away from Sandra, Linda, Susan, Larry & Cindy but we were always in touch in everyway possible. Especially for your Grandma at Christmas.
Because like you said, we are a family and with you and your sisters I know you will always keep everyone together. I am always here for you Amy and my other two great Nieces and also for your Dad who I love like a Brother. I will be seeing you soon, I only wish I were closer to you all 💖 just to hug you and be close and share those wonderful memories with you at this time, I will have to wait for just a little while longer.💞 Love, Aunt Sharon
💞Dear Leslie,
I have looked everywhere to find the post I sent to you two days after your Beautiful Mom passed away. My message came from the heart as I know you know that. I did not post the message on your page so here goes.............from my heart!
I know how proud your Mom was of you and everything you have accomplished in your life, your schooling, being an amazing teacher but most of all being an amazing Mother. Everything your Mom taught you, that is who you are. We always say 'I'm not like my Mom, but I am (your Grandma) and you are your Mother.😉 All good! Your Mom was one of my best friends the other is your Aunt Cindy. I depend on those two more than you know so when I lost my Sister, my heart was broken as was yours. As with all of us our grief comes in waves, here one hour and gone the next but never forgot. 😢 WOW! did this really happen we tell ourselves. But it's too soon! She was so full of life and had so much camping to do and Grandchildren to love. We don't know why but we do know she is not with us anymore and we will forever miss her and be in our hearts. I will always be here for you, I love you very much!💕Your Aunt Sharon
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Tom Hume Roger Holmes: WOW! Trying to think of words to ease your pain is beyond anything I can do right now because I know your heart is broken in two. I just want you to know you are in my heart, mind and thoughts knowing your missing your beloved Susan (so much) and it won't stop! We too share that loss with you and wish things could have been different. She definitely is gone too soon! WHY? There is no rhyme or reason, I guess it was just her time. But that doesn't help us right now because our pain is so real. Tom and I are truly here for you in anyway we can be. We love you so much! We are thankful you have a strong family to help you through this bad dream that is all too real! Love, Your always Sister, Sharon
Posted on 12 March 2021
Roger, Lesley, Amy and Kaitlin,
Sue was one of those one in a million people who lead with her heart and was such a joy to be with. As Bigelow cousins, we lost touch but reconnected via Facebook after I commented on a friends post and turns out she was friends with Sue and Sue saw my post. I loved our Bigelow cousins reunion a few years ago and was hoping we would have another one after COVID settled down. She took after her mom in that she spoke her mind and wasn't afraid to give her opinion on various issues.
My heart broke when I heard the news and I can only imagine the loss of Sue as wife, mom and grandma. They broke the mold when God made her. I will forever miss her and know she is truly a guardian angel watching over all of us.
I think my favorite memory was how fiercely she loved her girls and her grandkids! She was at all of the grandkids events and cheering them on! I loved seeing her in the halls at the elementary school, where I taught with Leslie! I’d see Sue and a warmth would just fill me. She was there to hug me when I felt like I needed a hug, she’d make a joke when I needed a laugh, or she’d tease me about my husband. I miss her & would give anything to see her one more time. I pray for those whose lives she touched to find peace in the memories. Rest easy grandma Sue!
Our heart felt condolences to Roger, their kids, grandkids and everyone else affected by this loss. I will always remember Sue for her personality, her humor, the way that she said things exactly how she saw them and most importantly her enormous heart that was willing to help anyone at anytime. I recall a few of the "Holmes" family functions over the years which were always a blast and if you wanted a good laugh, Sue is the one that you wanted to be around. She was such a kick! For some reason, I would always bump into her at Fred Meyer's grocery store randomly and we would always say to each other "are you following me"? After laughing about it, we would chat for a moment and then go about our business. These are just a few memories that I will hold on to and never forget. She will be missed and remembered by so many!
Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Aaron Durham
Leslie and family, I am so very sorry. I clearly remember your mom (and dad) coming to class to see how you set up your room and watch you work your magic with kids. She was so proud of you!! Hold your memories and love tight to get you through this difficult time. Love you Colleen
My dear, sweet friend, I’m shocked and very sad to learn of your sudden passing. Although we were friends in high school, several years had passed before we reconnected on Facebook. You had so many friends who loved you, and you always had a kind word for everybody. I will remember you for your fierce love of your family, especially Roger, your beautiful girls, and your grandkids. The last time I saw you was at our high school reunion. I wish I had hugged you a little longer. My love and condolences to your grieving family. May all the wonderful memories you helped to create bring comfort to your family in the days and years to come. With love, Linda Swensen
