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Susan Elizabeth Snavley Bergfeld September 26, 1948 – April 30, 2025 With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Susan Elizabeth Bergfeld, who left us on April 30, 2025. A beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and dedicated educator, Susan lived a life of compassion, strength, and unwavering love. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on September 26, 1948, Susan was raised in Corpus Christi, where she met the love of her life, Henry E. Bergfeld Jr. They married on May 27, 1972, and together built a life anchored in family, service, and commitment. As a military spouse, Susan embraced the nomadic Air Force lifestyle, eventually settling in Converse, Texas. Susan and Henry were blessed with four children, Brent, Colt, Beau, and Shalon, and six grandchildren: Trenton, Cadence, Beau Jr., Jada, Leah, and Dakota. She was eagerly awaiting the birth of her first great-grandchild, Daxton. Susan played a central role in raising her grandchildren and created a warm, nurturing home filled with memories whether it was a warm cup of hot chocolate on a cold day, her famous chocolate chip cookies with pecans, or her legendary German chocolate cake. An educator for 40 years, Susan earned her master's in education while living in Europe. She retired in 2021 after 28 remarkable years at Rayburn Elementary School, having touched the lives of thousands of students many of whom returned later in life to thank her and introduce their own children. Beyond her career and family, Susan had a lifelong love of horses and dreamed of opening a horse rescue and rehabilitation center for individuals with disabilities. Though she paused that dream to focus on raising her family, her passion never faded. Susan is preceded in death by her parents, Guy M. Snavley and Myrtle Hansler, as well as her Daughter-in-law, Sandi Macha Bergfeld. She is survived by her husband Henry, her brother Guy Jr., her four children, her grandchildren, and her soon-to-arrive great-grandchild. A celebration of Susan’s vibrant life and interment will be held on May 14th 2025 at Mission Park South Funeral Home from 4pm- 8pm and to follow a burial on May 15th 2025 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Departing from the funeral home at 10am. Guests are encouraged to wear bright colors in her honor and raise a glass perhaps with a Diet Coke in hand, to toast a life well-lived and a woman who lived with joy, generosity, and no regrets.

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Susan S. Bergfeld

September 26, 1948 - April 30, 2025