Susan Jane Bornako, “The Queen”, peacefully left this valley of tears and joined our heavenly father after a prolonged fight with dementia complicated by COVID-19. She has been reunited with her mother, father, brother, & sister: Jennie, Bill, Louis & Katheryn Feuerstein; grandmother: Jane Murphy; uncles: Jackie & James Murphy & Dick DiMurro; and long-time friends Mona Eisenbraun & Linda Monacci. Susan is survived by her soulmate of 48 years, Gregory, and their devoted son, Kristoffer. Susan is also survived by a large loving family; brothers & sisters-in-law: Richard & Maria Bornako, Jeannie Sullivan, and Rob & Linda Tweedus; niece: LouAnn Cameron & family; nephews: David Feuerstein & family, Derek Feuerstein & family, Richard & Kayla Bornako, and Erik Bornako; uncles and aunts: Harry & Arlene Murphy & family, Dolores & Vito Montelli & family, Rita DiMurro & family, and Betty Lou Murphy & family; goddaughters: Gina Tipton & family and Courtney Cameron; “adopted” daughters: Amber Seitz Carrasco and Kathlyn “lollipop” Taylor; “adopted” sons: Leland Grant and Bahij Salman; and numerous cousins & families. Susan is remembered by a vast number of long-time fantastic friends: Kim & Walter Sawicki & family, Judy & Tom Dignazio, Robert “Kush” Kushwara, Doug Eisenbraun & family, and Bob Due & Leo Mursky; wonderful Bunco partners: Elaine Chudzik, Peggy Mayo, Peggy McLaughlin, Fran Whitehead, Beverly Hanly, Marti Kyle, Barbara Wicks, Cheryl Kraemer, Sue Jaskolski; great neighbors: Tommy & Nancy Seitz, Jack & Janice Brothers, Bobby & Sonya Vargas, Marissa, Patrick, Morgan, Peyton & Wyatt, and Dave, Beth, Grace & Lila; and a host of soccer referees, whom she held to high standards but always defended from any abuse. She was a strong, independent, feisty woman, but also a fiercely-devoted and loving spirit. Always more concerned helping others than her own accomplishments. In lieu of flowers, remember Susan by donating to the Alzheimer Association. No one else should have to endure the torture of this horrible disease.
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04/08/2021
Kathy Killilea Driscoll
Greg, I am very sorry to heart of Susan's death. May her soul rest in peace. I remember her fondly as a classmate in St Cecilia High School.
04/08/2021
Jennifer F.
Susan was one of the most selfless, generous people. Her door and kitchen were always open, and she was more concerned with others than she was with herself. I'm sorry for your loss. Truly great lady.
04/08/2021
Carsten Milius
Dear Greg, dear Kris, I don't check my mails too often, so I just read the sad news today (May 25th).
It was sad enough to hear from her fate last year and not to be able to see her when I came over to the US with Marlene last summer.
I feel with You two and assure You, that Susan won't be forgotten and my thoughts are with You.
Mein Beileid! My condolescences to You!
Carsten /Berlin (Germany)
04/08/2021
George Vergara
Greg and Kris,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss and the passing of Susan.
She was always a pleasure to be around while at the soccer field. Susan was always a great asset to the game of soccer and especially the referee community, she will be deeply missed. Prayers for you and your family
04/08/2021
Christine
Greg, I am so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. You and your son are in my thoughts and prayers.
04/08/2021
Howard Miller
So sorry for your loss. I know things have been tough for while. She was a great mother and wife. Feel free to call me at 705-7804.
04/08/2021
Tracy from Voter Registration & Elections
Greg, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear wife Susan. May God bless and comfort you. R.I.Paradise Susan.
04/08/2021
Scott Beckes
So sorry. She was one of the greatest people I have ever met. Her contributions to soccer in Southeast Virginia cannot be measured nor replaced
04/08/2021
Donnie Lee
Greg, Gail and I are very sorry for your loss. Susan was a very loving "southern transplant". You and Christopher are in our prayers.
Donnie and Gail Lee
04/08/2021
Ann Keenan
Greg,
Such fond memories of Susan going back 30 plus years in the soccer world. She was always fun to see and be with and her dedication to soccer and her family is remembered with admiration. Our loving thoughts are with you and your family.
04/08/2021
Mary Waite
Greg, I am so sorry to hear about Susan's passing. I wish that I had known her. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
04/08/2021
Cookie Ketcham
Greg - I am so sorry to hear of Susanâ??s passing. I have many fond memories of hanging out with you guys at the soccer fields. You both are in my thoughts and prayers.
04/08/2021
Peggy McLaughlin
I am so sorry to hear of Susanâ??s passing. She will always be remembered in our Bunco group. I will keep you in my prayers.
Peggy McLaughlin
04/08/2021
Bonnie Tribble
Greg and Kris
I was so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. When I joined the bunco group I learned quickly that we would have a great time when Susan got there. She always made me laugh and she had a great spirit. Thinking of you
04/08/2021
molly
Greg and Kris so sorry to hear about Susan, she was one of the most joyous person that Janet and I had met. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
04/08/2021
Gail Thomas
I am so sorry for your loss.Susan was always incredibly kind funny and upbeat with all of my children during their soccer days.I will always remember her for that.May God hold you close.
04/08/2021
Alan Rowe
Greg:
So sorry for your loss. Let me know if I can do anything for you
Alan Rowe
04/08/2021
Doug Maume
Greg and Kristoffer; so very sorry to hear of Susanâ??s passing! She was my first ever referee assignor, and I always loved interacting with her...she was funny and no nonsense at the same time! 🙂 Her spirit and love of life will be hugely missed. May God rest her soul. Prayers for you, Kristoffer, and her entire family!
04/08/2021
Kevin Denson
Greg,
I am so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. I will always remember her very caring and friendly nature as well as her contributions to our soccer community. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
04/08/2021
Don Torrenti
Greg & Kris, Words cannot describe the feeling of sadness when I learned of Susan's passing. As much as her loss hurts, we all know that she is in a better place, and no longer suffering. I'll keep the family in my prayers, and will forever cherish the many, many fond memories, and times we spent together at the soccer fields.
04/08/2021
Sandy Gerhardt
Greg and Christopher,
Bill and I are were so saddened to read of Susan passing. I will always remember "The Queen" on the soccer field keeping games straight, enjoying life, she was so funny and loving. Our prayers are with you all at this time and always.
If there is anything we can help you with please let us know.
God Bless you.
04/08/2021
Debra Culpepper
Igor,
I am beyond sad and sorry to hear of Susanâ??s passing.
It seems like just yesterday when we were working, you
bought your new home, and life was good. Prayers for you and Christopher during this time of such a tragic loss.
Debbie
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