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Susan N. Sholty Verellen

March 1, 1948 - August 4, 2023

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Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
Monday 8/14, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Born Leap Day 1948.  Susan and her twin brother Stephen were adopted by Dr. William and Mary Sholty shortly after birth.  Sue grew up to enjoy every story her father would tell her.  She also loved horseback riding.  A graduate from Southwestern High School, she attended Parsons College in Iowa and Indiana Business College in Lafayette.

She married and had two sons.  She enjoyed teaching the boys to ride horses, being their Cub Scout Den Leader and helping with 4H projects.  A music lover, she always enjoyed listening to her son play saxophone.

Sue took a position with Mayflower Moving Company. In time, she transferred to the Michigan office.  She eventually moved to Nashville, TN where she loved listening to independent artists perform.  You could find her smiling face behind the jewelry counter at Dillard’s for years, where she enjoyed working with customers.

Sue eventually returned to Lafayette, where she discovered a new passion for crafting.   She opened The Craft House on Main Street featuring Basketry By Sue.  She later moved her shop to Market Square, opening The Handmade Market.  Even after retiring she continued to thrive at crafting and making jewelry, learning how to weave kitchen towels, scarves and so much more.  She traveled around Indiana to different festivals and markets, always enjoying the company of other vendors and customers.

While some grandchildren remember weaving baskets and crafting necklaces with her, others remember making wire trees and beaded keychains.  Yet another grandchild remembers the look on her face holding a newly born great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. William and Mary Nicholson Sholty and a sister-in-law Mary Sholty.  Surviving relatives include her brother, Stephen Sholty, sons, Michael (Brenda) McCaw and W. Andrew McCaw.  Grandchildren, Bryce McCaw (Kelly Farrell), Kassie (Frankie) Wolf, Andrew McCaw, and Abigail McCaw.  Great grandchildren, Kayden Wolf, Maliah Wolf, and Sarah McCaw.

Memorial Visitation will be Monday, August 14, 2023, from 1pm-3pm at Soller-Baker Funeral Home, 400 Twyckenham Blvd., Lafayette, IN 47909.

 

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Soller-Baker Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lafayette Chapel
400 Twyckenham Blvd
Lafayette, IN 47909
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Monday 8/14, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Born Leap Day 1948.  Susan and her twin brother Stephen were adopted by Dr. William and Mary Sholty shortly after birth.  Sue grew up to enjoy every story her father would tell her.  She also loved horseback riding.  A graduate from Southwestern High School, she attended Parsons College in Iowa and Indiana Business College inContinue Reading

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Mary Old left a message on August 14, 2023:
Michael and Andy, May you find peace and comfort with the passing of your mother.
Rosemary Overman left a message on August 11, 2023:
I’ve shared many moments with Sue over recent times - from crafts at her store to helping rehabilitation knee replacement. I arranged furniture to help her peddle. Her cat was so confused by moving the chair. Sue was laughing and could explain why. I’m sad the last conversation was July 12. I’ll miss you Sue. Many your family find comfort from my words.
Carolyn Andrews left a message on August 11, 2023:
Steve, I was surprised to read of Sue’s passing. I am so sorry. I have great memories of riding with her at your beautiful home place. Unfortunately I’ll be gone so wont be able to attend the visitation. Prayers of comfort for you and family.
Harry and Charlotte Martin left a message on August 11, 2023:
I always enjoyed talking to Sue about her father, especially about his time as county coroner with all of my time as a deputy coroner. I admired her father for his service in WW II especially with General George Patton. She was always able to recall some outstanding stories concerning her father. HRM We enjoyed our time on the holidays talking with Sue about all sorts of things. CLM
Dr. Kelly Renee Schutz left a message on August 9, 2023:
Susan was one of my best friends. I met her when she had a store called, The Handmade Market. She taught me how to make good quality jewelry. We worked together closely to make her store a great store. We went to Amish auctions and bid on items to sell in the store. We remained friends long after I moved away from Indiana. She will be missed.
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Dr. Kelly Renee Schutz left a message on August 9, 2023:
Susan was one of my best friends. I met her when she had a store called, The Handmade Market. She taught me how to make good quality jewelry. We worked together closely to make her store a great store. We went to Amish auctions and bid on items to sell in the store. We remained friends long after I moved away from Indiana. She will be missed.
Dr. Kelly Renee Schutz left a message on August 9, 2023:
Susan was one of my best friends. I met her when she had a store called, The Handmade Market. She taught me how to make good quality jewelry. We worked together closely to make her store a great store. We went to Amish auctions and bid on items to sell in the store. We remained friends long after I moved away from Indiana. She will be missed.
Dixie Fortner-Thomas left a message on August 9, 2023:
My deepest sympathy to Steve and the family. Sue was such a sweet open loving lady. So much talent that she enjoyed sharing. She will be missed. RIP sweet Sue. Till we meet again.
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. left a message:
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