Ivah Sue Bucholz, age 91, of Gladstone passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025 peacefully at home.
Sue was born on August 4, 1934 in Owosso, Michigan to Harry and Iva (Myers) Smith. She attended high school in Owosso, graduating in 1952. Upon completion of high school she attended Michigan State University graduating in 1956 with a Bachelor of Art Degree.
Sue taught in Corunna, Michigan for 2 years before marrying Wayne E Bucholz on June 8, 1957. They resided in Elsie, Michigan where she taught for another 2 years prior to the birth of their first child, Danae. Sue took the next 22 years off teaching, except for some substitute teaching in Harrison and Rapid River to raise their 4 children, Danae, Robin, Lisa and Angela.
Through the years she enjoyed the time spent in Harrison, at their cottage on Budd Lake, with family and close friends whom she entertained from Owosso and Gladstone.
During her early years she loved to swim, water-ski, fish and tubing. Sue also enjoyed traveling with her entire family and attending MSU basketball and football games. She was an avid Detroit Tiger, Lion and Red Wings fan and avid card player with loved ones.
Sue was a member of the Trinity Episcopal Church in Gladstone where she served as Ecumenical Coordinator, a member of the Vestry and Ministry Support team.
Ivah Sue is survived by her loving husband, Wayne of 68 yers, three daughters, Danae (Jon) Aplegren, Lisa (Troy) Nelson and Angela (Darin) Hunter, and her son, Robin (Jill) Bucholz. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, Jayce, Jenna, Justin, Conner, Harper, Kali, Greg, Jared and Taylor and seven great grandchildren, Aubre, Liam, Cole, Eloide, Madelyn, Breck, and Rayah and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she is preceded by her sister, Barb (Jim) Porter, Pat (Gary) Cooper and nephews, Mark, Jimmy and Jeff.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, August 20 from 12:30 to 2:30 PM at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Sue’s service will follow at 3:30 PM at Trinity Episcopal Church in Gladstone with Bishop Rayford Ray and Rev. Sue Ray officiating.
A Celebration of Life following the funeral will take place at the Gladstone Yacht Club.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Trinity Episcopal Church or UP Health System Hospice.
Bill Larson - Farwell , Mi
A wonderful lady, and a good friend. Our families were very close in Harrison. She will be missed.
Mary Ann Nelson - Gladstone , Mi
Sue was one of the sweetest, nicest, ladies we have ever known and always gave great “Mom” hugs!! She will he missed. Todd and Mary Ann Nelson.
Cathy Porter - Grand Rapids , MI
I had the pleasure of knowing this wonderful lady for a short time, but she was special. She will be missed, my prayers are with all her family.
Glenda J Rauch - Harrison, MI
It iswith a sad heavy heart but also one of gladness knowing Heaven has gained a special angel welcomed last by Our Lord.
Although aging and illness has prevented our seeing her I shall always recall Aunt Sue and her kind and loving spirit. It was an honor to know and love her as family for many years. The treasure trove of memories I will carry with me for the rest of my life. The sweet summer days at the lake, pontoon rides with Aunt Barb and Aunt Pat’s families. The scary weather when Lisa and Troy married. Kraut making adventures and so so many more.
Enjoy your well deserved peace and know you were much loved and will be greatly misses. See you when my time comes.
Pamela Bascom - New Berlin , WI
Mrs. B was one of the kindest souls I have ever met. Spending time at their house with their daughter Lisa and I also was able to go downstate with the Bucholtz family for the Gladstone Braves boys basketball team! That was a great memory for me. I work at New Berlin West high school here in Wisconsin and they call me Mrs.B, now I can tell them the legacy of this title! Rest easy Mrs. B your work here is done
Rob Cooper - Gladstone, MI
Sue and Wayne have been my next door neighbors for many years and have always been friendly and happy.
Tracy and I send our condolences to Wayne and the entire family.
Peter Williams - Gladstone , Mi
Angie, you have my deepest sympathy at your loss. I knew your mom from playing cards with Mary. A wonderful person. May God bless her.
Janet Bruno - Gladstone, MI
I will miss her and miss her laughter
john skellenger - GLADSTONE, MI
Sue was a wonderful person. I enjoyed many years of michigan state,michigan bantering and she always one-upped me in practical jokes ! She will be missed but always remembered!