Susan Green

Susan Baker Green, 66, died January 25, 2024 at UNMC in Omaha, following a seven-month battle with Ovarian cancer. 

Sue, the youngest child of Harold and Mildred Baker, was born November 5, 1957 in Harlan, Iowa. She joined three sisters Marilyn, Joanne and Beverly and three brothers Charles, Russell and Randy. 

Sue attended school in Ashland, Nebraska and Manning, Iowa and received her high school diploma in 1976. Sue earned her associates degree from Des Moines Area Community College in Boone. Later, as a single mom, Sue earned her bachelor's degree in social work from Wayne State College, graduating Magna Cum Laude.

Sue was passionate about helping survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault while working and volunteering at Bright Horizons in Norfolk; and for helping psychiatric patients while working at the Norfolk Regional Center. She also was known for her work at Bethphage, assisting those with disabilities and special needs. In retirement, Sue enjoyed delivering subs for Jimmy John's until receiving her cancer diagnosis. But of all her jobs, Sue's favorite was being a mother to Dustin, Nick and Kelsey and later the biggest cheerleader for her grandchildren Aiden, Jaxon and Ayzlin. 

Sue liked sports, was a Yankees fan and eventually even learned to like the Huskers. In her final hours, Sue predicted that the Kansas City Chiefs would win the 2024 Super Bowl.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Mildred Baker, by her brothers Richard and Russell Baker, and by her brother-in-law LaVerne Nelson.

Left to mourn Sue's loss is her long-time partner Carl Tidwell of Norfolk; a son Dustin Green (Jenni Flynn) of Omaha; son Nick Green (Haley Clark) of Omaha; and daughter Kelsey Knauss (Erik) also of Omaha. Sue is also survived by her brothers Charles Baker (Melody) of Tampa, FL; and Randy Baker (Kathy) of LeGrand, IA; and sisters Marilyn Nelson of Atlantic, IA, Joanne Parker (Gary) of Columbus, NE Beverly Mundt (Larry) of Fort Worth, TX; and Sister-in-law Barbara Baker of Greenfield, IA. Surviving grandchildren include Aiden & Jaxon Knauss and Ayzlin Green. Sue will also be remembered by her many cousins, nieces, nephews, co-workers and friends.

Sue was the life of every party and accepted everyone just as they are. She loved to play games, especially poker and euchre with her family and friends. Her children will always remember Sue as the best, most selfless Mom who always put the needs of others before her own. 

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 on Wednesday, January 31 at Good Shepherd Funeral Home in Omaha followed by a luncheon at the funeral home.