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Susan Lee Markham Bermudez Mar. 1, 1947 Feb. 26, 2013 Resident of Antioch As she was in life, Susi passed away peacefully and calmly in the loving presence of her family, after living a courageous year with leukemia. A devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Susi was selfless, generous, caring, giving, nurturing, thoughtful, determined and wise. Susi was born in Oakland, raised in Richmond and Concord, and resided in Antioch for the past 36 years. She had been an employee of Chevron for 36 years. She was embraced in a beautiful and loving relationship with her husband Manuel for 37 years. Susi was artistic, enjoyed dancing, giggling, bowling, bocci ball, traveling, going to the movies and dinner out. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Marguerite Markham. She is survived by her loving husband Manuel; children Tami (Mike), Manuel Jr. (Brooke), and Erin; step daughters Kelly and Kristy (Juan); 8 grandchildren; sisters Lynn and Leslie; brother Carl. Services will be held March 8, 2013 at St. Ignatius Church of Antioch. Visitation from 9-10am; Service 10-11am. Reception to follow at the Elks Lodge of Pittsburg The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

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Published by Contra Costa Times on Mar. 6, 2013.

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Jo Watts

April 3, 2013

Manual and Erin, I was so sorry to hear of Susie passing. I just heard the news last night which is why I didn't attend her services. My sincere condolences to your family for this incredible loss.

Ramona Narcisse

March 20, 2013

To Manuel and family. Susie and I worked together at Chevron. I remember her as a kind and gental person. I am very sorry for your lost. May God bless you and your family and give you strength at this difficult time

Teresa McElroy

March 13, 2013

To Susan's family, I am so sorry for your loss. Though I did not know Susan I know she was a wonderful person. I understand your pain and hope that good memories of Susan will comfort you.
Teresa McElroy (Marilyn's sister)

Ken & Virginia Madrid

March 9, 2013

Manuel Bermudez & Family, We are deeply sorry to hear about the lost of you Wife, Partner and the Love of your Life,Please except out Deepest Condolences in your time of need.May the Good Lord help you and all of the Family Members.

Tina Davis (roberts)

March 8, 2013

Tami and family I am so sorry for your loss she was a wonderful woman and my aunt God be with you all during this hard time love Tina Davis

Cindi Odem

March 8, 2013

Manual, I am so sorry to hear about your loss to you and your family Susie was a great lady. May she rest in peace.

Deborah Friedman

March 7, 2013

To the Bermudez and Markham Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Susi was such a beautiful person with such a zest for life and she always had a smile on her face. The only blessing is Susi isn't suffering any longer, but everyone else is.

Delfie Alejandrez

March 7, 2013

Tio Manuel,Erin & Little Manuel
I'm truly sorry for your loss.
Tia Sue was a wonderful & loving person. She will be greatly missed. My prayers & love are with you all.

Arturo Jacobo

March 7, 2013

Condolences to the family. She was truly a wonderful and happy person. She will be missed by all.

Chito & Esther Perez

March 6, 2013

To the Bermudez and Markham family.....so so sad for your loss and mine. Susie will be missed so very much, when Susie passed she took a piece of our heart's with her. Thank you for the beautiful memories you left behind for us to look back on. We will continue to carry you with in our heart's. We Love you my friend . Until we meet again.

March 6, 2013

Deepest condolences to the Bermudez and Markham families. Sue was a classmate of mine at Mt. Diablo High and was looking forward to our 50th reunion next year. She will be loving remembered in our hearts.

March 6, 2013

Rest in peace Susan.
We love you and will always be in our hearts.

Lucy and Joe

Librada Davis

March 6, 2013

May you rest in peace my friend. Thank you for all the wonderful memories of when our kids were growing up together. Your smile, warmth and friendship will be greatly missed.

March 6, 2013

The whole Morris family loved and cherished
susie, we will miss her terribly, Lynn, Suzie, and Karen [should have been Leslie] Morris girls.

Johnny & Jan Wise

March 6, 2013

So heart heavy with sadness for the Bermudez family! No more suffering for Susie! We will be with you in spirit and heart on Friday! Be thinking and praying for all of you!

Mark Tadena

March 6, 2013

Erin I find myself greatly saddened by the passing of your Mother. Though I didn't know her, I have known you, and grown to care a great deal about you. She must have been a remarkable women to have raised such a beautiful daughter. My condolences and deepest sorrow to you and your Family at this terribly difficult time.

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