Susan Balich, MD
February 22, 1960 - July 26, 2025
Obituary
Dr Susan Balich, MD passed away on July 26, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was 65 years old.
The fifth child in a family of seven, Sue was born to George and Dale Balich in Chicago, Illinois. A talented artist throughout her life, Sue attended Northern Illinois University and became a medical illustrator at Mayo Clinic. Her passion for medicine grew and she left the Mayo Clinic to attend Northwestern Medical School, after which she became a Hopkins Fellow in Radiology. Sue landed in Seattle, accepting a position with Vantage Radiology at Valley Medical Center where she worked for almost 20 years.
Sue enjoyed an active outdoor life in Seattle; she hiked Mt. Baker with friends, was a frequent runner and hiker with her beloved dogs, and spent countless wonderful hours boating on the Sound with her family and the Seattle Yacht Club. She travelled whenever she could, finding frequent adventures around the country and world with family and friends. She especially loved spending time on the Oregon Coast where she found great peace and healing.
Sue will be deeply missed by her family and many friends. She is survived by her husband Kevin MacPherson and their son Modestas MacPherson, her 6 siblings and their spouses, many nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on August 15, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 732 18th Avenue E, Seattle, Lunch to follow at 2:00 PM at the Seattle Yacht Club, 1807 E. Hamlin Street, Seattle.
What a wonderful, beautiful and talented person she was. Proud to call her “cousin”. May she be reunited with her parents in heaven. Praying for everyone who loved her so much.
Sue, you may no longer be here physically, but you will live Forever in our Hearts.
Sue was a capable and dedicated radiologist . Her contribution to Vantage Radiology was profound. Balanced and well reasoned recommendations that positively influenced our patients lives. Sincerest condolences Kevin and Modesto. She is missed.
So sorry to hear this news. I worked at VDIS Oly with her for many years. I remember when she talked about welcoming her son to her family. She was so very proud ❤ She will be greatly missed. You all will be in my prayers ❤
I will truly miss Dr Balich! I always told her that she should be in a Toothpaste Commercial because she had a Beautiful Smile! During the time that my co-worker/nephew Thomas’ cancer struggles and milestones she was always very encouraging to us. She was a breath of fresh air every time I saw her and worked with her for 16 years. Sincere Hugs, Prayers and Love to Kevin & Modesto~ Rev 21:4
Sad to hear of her passing. She was so compasstiane and great with patient’s.
I worked with her at VDIS Oly .