Susan M. (St. Germain) Van Ornum

Susan M. Van Ornum-St. Germain, 68, Edgar formerly of Marengo passed away suddenly but peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

She was born March 7, 1955 in Ashland, WI daughter of the late John “Jack” and Blanche (Larson) St. Germain.  Susan married David Van Ornum and he preceded her in death on June 27, 1992.

Susan loved her years working on the family dairy farm with her husband and children.  She was also employed over the years at the James River paper mill in Ashland, 2510 Deli, St Clare’s Hospital, and Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

The brightest lights in her life were her children, grandchildren, great granddaughter, and dog Sandy.  Susan was known for her infectious laughter, her bright smile and her warm and caring heart.  Her house was devoted to those she loved and no child or grandchild ever left empty handed.  She was an amazing cook and enjoyed cooking for her family, friends, and even the Edgar Football team enjoyed her homemade mac and cheese over the years.

She is survived by her children, Kevin (Heidi) Van Ornum, Edgar, Amy (Wayne) Schutte, Edgar and Ryan (Karen) Van Ornum, Marengo, 20 grandchildren; Kennen, Emmitt, Ella, Adelynn, David, Keithen Van Ornum, Brett, Zackery, Parker Schutte, Loni (Kadon) Laumbach, Dane, Olivia, Owen, Darius, Toby, Ilah, Gavin, Amri, Timmy, Rory Van Ornum one great granddaughter Lenna Laumbach and her siblings; Pat (Mary), David (Karen), Sally, Tom (Janet) sister in laws; Monica St. Germain, Patty St. Germain, Connie Bennett, Pamela (Gerald) Richardson, Laura Flynn, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband David, grandson Dillan, and two brothers John M. and Bruce St. Germain.

A private family Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.  Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Edgar is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com