It is with deep sadness and love that we announce the passing of Susan Elizabeth Bei, who peacefully departed this life on November 4, 2024, at Providence Holy Cross Hospital in Mission Hills, California. Born on July 9, 1947, in Bluefield, West Virginia, Susan lived a life defined by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family, friends, and passions.
Susan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a cherished friend to many. She met her beloved husband, Alfred Bei Jr., in September 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada. They married a year later, on September 12, 1997, in Port Charlotte, Florida. In 1999, Susan and Alfred settled in North Hills, California, in the San Fernando Valley, where they created a warm and welcoming home filled with love.
A passionate dog breeder, Susan had a special love for Cocker Spaniels, raising and nurturing them with care. She adored her Chihuahua, Squeaky, who was a constant companion. Susan was always eager to share stories about her dogs and delighted in their presence.
Her joys in life included traveling, spending time with her family, and taking care of others. She had a gift for making everyone feel loved and cherished. Always smiling and happy, Susan was known for her generous heart, wonderful sense of humor, and steadfast faith. She was dependable, kind, and an ever-present source of encouragement and warmth.
Susan loved her family deeply and embraced her role as a stepmother, grandmother, and great-grandmother with open arms. Although she and Alfred had no children together, Susan was adored and treasured as if she had always been there. She is survived by her husband, Alfred; her stepchildren, Mikki (Sanchez), Laura, Diandra, and Christopher; 12 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.
She is predeceased by her parents, Blanch and Gerald Magann; her son, Raymond Bei; and her Chihuahua, Squeaky.
Susan’s memory will be forever cherished by all who were blessed to know her. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother, and a beacon of joy and kindness. Her legacy of faith, love, and laughter lives on in the hearts of her family and friends. She will truly be missed and forever loved until we meet with her again.
A celebration of Susan’s life will be held at a later date, where we will honor the incredible woman she was and the beautiful life she lived. Until we meet again, Susan will be deeply missed and eternally loved.
