Susan Elizabeth Myers

Many things can be said about Susan Elizabeth Myers. Known to friends and acquaintances as a friendly, energetic, empathic and decisive woman, her compassionate nature would always shine through, revealing her charm, warmth and conscientious demeanor. She was warmhearted, gentle and organized in all the things she sought to accomplish. Susan was a mentor, a natural “teacher” capable of seeing things clearly, leading others and bringing out the best in all of those around her. She generally had a focus on harmony and peace.

Susan was born on November 22, 1963 in California. Her parents were Edward Myers and Donna Lee Barlett. When she was young, Susan's friends and family found that “straightforward” and “honest” were perfect words to describe her. Even as a child, Susan demonstrated strong qualities of self-confidence, perceptive ability and a disposition that was enjoyable to those around her.

Susan grew up with two siblings. She had two older sisters, Jan Berling and Vicki Price. Susan was constantly involved in all sorts of activities with her family. She was even-tempered, taking care not to get involved in too many family conflicts. This quality served her well, in perpetually bringing harmony, understanding and a sense of peace to the family. Susan carried these traits into her adult life and served as one of many reasons why family and friends found her pleasurable and delightful to be around. Susan was a person who genuinely understood and cared for others, making powerful connections with those she knew.

As a young girl, Susan was imaginative, ingenious, clever and a “novel” thinker. Regardless of whether her peers were older or younger, or came from different backgrounds, Susan could easily relate to other kids. She was an active child who took part in fishing. In her spare time she liked music and enjoyed listening to CCR. However, to Susan, the most fun to be had was simply playing and spending time with her many friends.

During her high school years, Susan had a natural flair for cheering on and applauding just about everyone. She was constantly offering her support and encouragement to fellow members of the groups and activities in which she participated. She graduated from Santa Teresa High School in 1982. She did well in school and genuinely enjoyed telling stories in a way that drew people to her. In this way, Susan had a talent for becoming the center of attention, a kind of social catalyst. Susan was often found to be the lead person facilitating a group activity, frequently filling the role of being “the life of the party.” Teachers and classmates knew Susan as an excellent listener. She placed a high value on learning and always understood that there was a new lesson to be grasped waiting for her just around the corner.

Susan’s quality of being a caring and tolerant person who was very accepting of others translated to being a good mother to her children. Susan shared these values with her three children, two daughters, Merisa Sue and Brianna Jacklyn, and one son, Richard Moreno Jr. Susan related well to children of all ages and was able to connect to them on their level. The children always loved her and she was completely and totally devoted to them.

Susan experienced success in her work life over and over again. Her primary occupation was as a mom. She was employed for more than 10 years at Save Mart. Susan always made the effort to understand what was needed at work, and was well known by her colleagues as a team player. Susan took pride in managing her professional responsibilities and seemed to always know what was necessary to successfully complete a project. Susan was one to take the initiative and her skills at working cooperatively were highly valued. Susan continually sought to learn what her co-workers did well and how they were most effective, a talent that enabled her to help them develop their own potential.

Because she was organized and methodical, Susan took great pleasure in her various hobbies. Her favorite pursuits were fishing, talking on the phone, and laughing. Susan enjoyed sharing her passions with others and could singularly focus on one hobby at a time.

Susan was a lover of animals and cherished her pets. Out of all of her pets, Susan's favorite was Oscar, a cat. They were best friends for 3 years. Her family was rounded out by her dog, Pebbles, and her other cat, Freeway.

Susan passed away on August 1, 2013 at home in Morgan Hill, California. She is survived by her children Merisa Sue, Brianna Jacklyn and Richard Moreno Jr.; her father Ed Myers and his wife, Eva; her sisters Jan and Vicki; and all of her nieces and nephews. Services were held at Oak Hill Funeral Home and Santa Teresa Church in San Jose, California. Susan was laid to rest in Oak Hill Memorial Park in San Jose, California.

Throughout her life, Susan was a gregarious and enthusiastic woman. She was generous in sharing her personal attributes, giving and helping those she knew and loved. She would often fill the role of coach, bringing out the best in everyone. She was imaginative, original, tender hearted and easy to get along with. Susan leaves behind her a legacy of life-long friendships and cherished memories. Everyone whose lives she touched will dearly remember Susan Elizabeth Myers.