Obituary of Susan August

Susan August of Hohokus died on Saturday, November 2, 2013 surrounded by family. She was 72. Born in Brooklyn, she lived in Franklin Lakes before moving to Hohokus 20 years ago. She was a real estate agent for Terrie O'Connor Realtors in Ridgewood before retiring in 2009. She was an active participant in her community and for many years a dedicated member and captain of the Franklin Lakes Volunteer Ambulance Corp. Her husband Ralph H. died in 2009. She shared her passion for life with her children; John August, Kristi Lowenthal, Nina August, Cathy Blaustein, Andrea Smith and Robert August; 8 Grandchildren and a sister; Karen McAuley. She will forever be remembered for her wisdom, beauty and laughter she shared with her family and friends. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 from 4:00 PM until service time at Vander Plaat Funeral Home, 257 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff (www.vpfh.com). A service of remembrance will begin at 6:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers contributions in Susan's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association - Greater NJ Chapter, 400 Morris Avenue, Suite 251, Denville, NJ 07834.