It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of two remarkable individuals, Chad S. Noffke and Professor Susan E. Noffke, who touched the lives of many through their dedication, love, and contributions to their communities.
Chad S. Noffke (1982-2024)
Chad Steven Noffke, a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, April 7, 2024. He was 41 years old. Chad was born on July 7, 1982, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to his parents, Jean (Schreiber) and Art Conrad and Steven R. Noffke. He was a proud 2003 graduate of Middleville High School.
Following graduation, Chad began working at Commercial Tool & Die in Comstock Park, where he learned and gained the knowledge to become a tool and die maker. He later began working at Merrill Tool & Die. The role of his lifetime, one he treasured and cherished above all others, was to be a loving and devoted father. His children were the love of his life.
An avid outdoorsman, Chad’s little piece of heaven was riding his side by side, tinkering in his garage, and just simply being outside. He was selfless man, often putting the needs of others ahead of his own. He loved his family and friends and demonstrated this by helping anyone in need. Chad had an excellent sense of humor, loved joking around, and had an innate ability to make other people laugh. He was truly a priceless and profound spirit and will be missed by all.
Chad will forever be remembered for the love he had for his children and family, for turning laughter into light, and for truly living life to the absolute fullest.
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Family
Surviving are three children: Brooklyn Noffke of Cedar Springs; Laina Noffke of Merrill; Landen Noffke of Merrill; mother of his children, Megan Noffke of Cedar Springs; parents: Jean (Art) Conrad of Merrill and Steve Noffke of Middleville; two brothers: D.J. Schaub of Irons; Mark (Rebecca) Noffke of Kingsley; three nieces and one nephew: Alyse and Carly Schaub; Brady and Brynn Noffke; a special cousin, Kai Lum of Greenville. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles, extended family, and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his cousin, Katie Lum Lax and his grandparents.
Honoring the families wishes, cremation has taken place. Chad was a Gift of Life donor selflessly helping others following his death.
In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to his children c/o Mark Noffke, 1528 Nightingale Lane, Kingsley, MI, 49649.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the W. L. Case and Company Funeral Directors, 125 E. Saginaw St., Merrill, MI, 48637.
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Professor Susan E. Noffke
It is with a heavy heart that we write with the sad news of the passing of our dear colleague and friend Professor Susan E. Noffke. For the past two years, Sue has been dealing with cancer, but she was adamant about not being defined by it or its consequences. She was incredibly graceful and courageous in dealing with her illness, and made extraordinary accommodations to continue to teach her courses, work with her students, lead the College of Education efforts to re-design our teacher education programs, and grow lupins in her garden. Sue’s passion and dedication to her scholarship, her students, and the world of teacher education were unparalleled.
Education and Career
Sue received her B.A. in Music Education from Lawrence University (1972), and M.S. and Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (1980, 1990). She joined the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education at Illinois in 1993 and was promoted to Associate Professor in 1998.
For more than 25 years, Sue’s scholarship focused on Action Research from historical and conceptual lenses. She aimed to understand the emergence of Action Research internationally as a “family” of practices that challenged existing forms of knowledge. Sue was deeply committed to issues of anti-racist education and economic and social justice.
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Sue will be very much missed as a scholar, teacher of teachers, mentor, colleague, friend, mother, and wife. Her dedicated and loving spirit in the face of adversity was an inspiration to all of us. We will continue to hold her in our hearts and value her immense and varied contributions to education.
Family
She is survived by her husband Bob, son Andrew, and daughter Laura. No funeral arrangements are to take place at this time.
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