Suzy was born on Sept. 16, 1979, in Crosby, the daughter of Jerry and Lauri (Punkka) Baratto. She graduated from Pequot Lakes High School in 1998. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She worked in publishing and advertising and was pursuing a degree in architecture. She enjoyed life and everything she could fit into it. Suzy will be remembered as a people person with a magnetic personality, if she met someone they were her friend. Her sparkling blue eyes and big smile were unforgettable. She was never one to judge others, and always saw the best in everyone. She gave so much of herself to those she loved, all you had to do was ask and Suzy was there. There are not enough words to describe the wonderful person she was, fun loving and morally solid at the same time. She will be missed by thousands; her leaving left a whole in so many lives. This site is dedicated to her memory. Anyone who was touched by Suzy in any way, is welcome to leave comments, upload pictures and share their personal blog. We also wanted a way to keep all her friends in touch and remain connected. Suzy had such a vast network of friends, and wanted a private space for people to leave little notes to her or to eachother.