Susan was born on March 15, 1950 in Melrose Park, IL., the daughter of Emil and Lorraine (Runnion) Hoalt. She was a graduate of Central Michigan University and went on to become a school teacher. She enjoyed crafts as well as running arts and crafts fairs, reading, gardening, directing high school plays and baking and was known for her carrot cake.

She is survived by her son Tim Flanagan of Grand Rapids, three brothers, Kenneth (Pam) Hoalt of North Canton, OH., Steve Hoalt of Bellaire, William (Carol) Hoalt of Shalimar, Fla., four sisters, Sally Watrous of Standish, Linda (Jim) Holton, Theresa (Roger) Kent and Joann Hoalt all of Bellaire.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial services will take place on Sat., June 30, 2007 at Two p.m. at the Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Fr. James Gardiner will officiate. Visitation will take place from noon until time of services. Interment will take place in Eldred Cemetery, Kearney Township.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Bellaire Public Library, P.O. Box 477, Bellaire, MI., 49615 or to Make a Wish Foundation, 230 Huron View Boulevard, Ann Arbor, MI., 48103.

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