Sue Bjerke

Sue Bjerke, 80, passed away peacefully among family on May 22, 2020. She was born August 5, 1939, to Hjalmar and Margaret (Sorenson) Theige in Westby, WI. Sue attended High School in Westby and went on to continue her education where she graduated from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa with a degree in Chemistry. A position teaching Science, Physics & Chemistry at Westby High School brought her back to her hometown where she met Ron Bjerke. Ron and Sue were married on June 11, 1961. They were happily married for 56 years until the time of his passing in 2017. Sue was an active member of the Westby Coon Prairie Church and community. Her church activities included being president of the WELCA, a member of Anna Circle, quilting, Holy Rollers (church lefse makers), singing in the choir, and teaching Sunday School and Confirmation classes. Her strong faith was an inspiration to her friends and family. Other interests and hobbies included woodworking, sewing, gardening, raising dachshunds, reading, writing and playing bridge with friends. In retirement Ron & Sue took many trips around the country and focused several of them around their love of horses and horseracing. She was a dedicated wife and mother to her three children and was very supportive in all of their activities. In her later years she enjoyed watching her grandchildren grow up and attend their musical and sporting activities. She is survived by three children: Carolyn, Jonathan and Paul; four grandchildren, Jacob Thornton, Ethan, Cooper and Anders Bjerke. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Tom and sister Marjorie. A private graveside service will be held at Coon Prairie Cemetery. A public Celebration of Sue’s life is tentatively being planned for July 24. Online Condolences may be expressed at www.vossfh.com. Vosseteig Funeral Home in Westby is serving Sue’s family. 708 S. Main Street Westby, WI 54667 608-634-2100