Susanne Marie Bergman
March 8, 1957 ~ August 23, 2018
Susanne Marie Bergman, 61, Vienna, Virginia, USA gick bort i frid omgiven av sin familj den 23 augusti 2018. Hon är ihågkommen som den kärleksfulla maka och bästa vän till Christer i 43 år; mor till Hans, Christian och Fredrik; svärmor till Becca; farmor till Eric och Zach; syster till Charlotte Jakobsson och som den mest omtänksamma människan i världen för många andra släktingar och vänner i Sverige och i USA. Begravningsgudstjänsten kommer att hållas fredag den 12 oktober kl 11:00 i Saxtorp kyrka, Landskronavägen 371, Saxtorp. Dela gärna ett minne med familjen på denna websida.
Susanne arbetade under många år i Sverige, som sjuksköterska och barnmorska, och var alltid omtänksam om andra och ställde alltid upp med hjälp. Hon var också en stark förespråkare för djur och natur. Susanne kommer att minnas för sin kärlek, vänlighet, villighet att hjälpa andra, hennes fantastiska matlagningsförmåga, hennes hängivenhet med trädgårdsarbete i Sverige och i USA och för att vara ”limmet” som höll samman familjen och många andra grupper. Hon var bosatt i Vienna, Virginia, USA under de senaste 21 åren och var djupt involverad i Westwood Women's Golf, liksom en entusiastisk deltagare på yoga och keramik-klasser. Dessutom tyckte Susanne om att resa och vandra i Shenandoah, Sverige och andra platser runt om i världen. Under de senaste åren har hon spenderat fritid med barn och barnbarn, samt tid i Sverige och ombord på M / S Navitas.
Hon kommer alltid att kommas ihåg för sin klokhet, hennes kärlek till familj och vänner, och att värna om djur och natur.
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Susanne Marie Bergman, 61, of Vienna, VA passed peacefully surrounded by her family on August 23, 2018. She is remembered as the loving wife and best friend of Christer for 43 years; mother of Hans, Christian and Fredrik; mother-in-law to Becca; grandmother of Eric and Zach; sister to Charlotte Jakobsson and as the most caring person in the world to many other relatives and friends in Sweden and in the US.
Susanne worked for many years in Sweden, as a registered nurse and midwife, and was always caring for other people who needed a hand. She was also a strong advocate for animals and nature. Susanne will be remembered for her kindness, willingness to help others, her amazing cooking skills, her devotion to gardening in Sweden and in the US, and for being the glue holding together her family and many other groups. Residing in Vienna for the last 21 years, she was deeply involved with Westwood Women’s Golf, as well as being an enthusiastic Yoga and Pottery participant. Additionally, Susanne enjoyed travelling and hiking in Shenandoah, Sweden and other places around our globe. In recent years, her spare time was spent with kids and grandkids, and she enjoyed time in Sweden and onboard M/S Navitas.
She will always be remembered for her wisdom, her love for family and friends, and care for nature.
Visitation will be held Friday, September 7, from 6:00-8:00 pm at Money and King Funeral Home; 171 Maple Ave W; Vienna, VA. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 8, at 10:00 am at the same location.
Donations may be made in Susanne's memory to GoFundMe; proceeds will go to a charity representing her love of nature, animals and desire to help others: https://www.gofundme.com/in-honor-of-susanne-bergman
Susanne arbetade under många år i Sverige, som sjuksköterska och barnmorska, och var alltid omtänksam om andra och ställde alltid upp med hjälp. Hon var också en stark förespråkare för djur och natur. Susanne kommer att minnas för sin kärlek, vänlighet, villighet att hjälpa andra, hennes fantastiska matlagningsförmåga, hennes hängivenhet med trädgårdsarbete i Sverige och i USA och för att vara ”limmet” som höll samman familjen och många andra grupper. Hon var bosatt i Vienna, Virginia, USA under de senaste 21 åren och var djupt involverad i Westwood Women's Golf, liksom en entusiastisk deltagare på yoga och keramik-klasser. Dessutom tyckte Susanne om att resa och vandra i Shenandoah, Sverige och andra platser runt om i världen. Under de senaste åren har hon spenderat fritid med barn och barnbarn, samt tid i Sverige och ombord på M / S Navitas.
Hon kommer alltid att kommas ihåg för sin klokhet, hennes kärlek till familj och vänner, och att värna om djur och natur.
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Susanne Marie Bergman, 61, of Vienna, VA passed peacefully surrounded by her family on August 23, 2018. She is remembered as the loving wife and best friend of Christer for 43 years; mother of Hans, Christian and Fredrik; mother-in-law to Becca; grandmother of Eric and Zach; sister to Charlotte Jakobsson and as the most caring person in the world to many other relatives and friends in Sweden and in the US.
Susanne worked for many years in Sweden, as a registered nurse and midwife, and was always caring for other people who needed a hand. She was also a strong advocate for animals and nature. Susanne will be remembered for her kindness, willingness to help others, her amazing cooking skills, her devotion to gardening in Sweden and in the US, and for being the glue holding together her family and many other groups. Residing in Vienna for the last 21 years, she was deeply involved with Westwood Women’s Golf, as well as being an enthusiastic Yoga and Pottery participant. Additionally, Susanne enjoyed travelling and hiking in Shenandoah, Sweden and other places around our globe. In recent years, her spare time was spent with kids and grandkids, and she enjoyed time in Sweden and onboard M/S Navitas.
She will always be remembered for her wisdom, her love for family and friends, and care for nature.
Visitation will be held Friday, September 7, from 6:00-8:00 pm at Money and King Funeral Home; 171 Maple Ave W; Vienna, VA. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 8, at 10:00 am at the same location.
Donations may be made in Susanne's memory to GoFundMe; proceeds will go to a charity representing her love of nature, animals and desire to help others: https://www.gofundme.com/in-honor-of-susanne-bergman
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Thank you for being the most amazing Mom I could ever have asked for. You and Dad have taught me how to treat others and what it truly means to be family. I miss you so much Mom, and I love for always.
Love,
Freddie
Thank you Susanne for being my everything for 43 years. You have been my dear wife, my best friend, the worlds best mom and my life partner until now and will be forever. Your wisdom and endless love is already missed. Where do I find answers to all my questions about life, cooking, gardening, health and everything else in life. You used to provide the answers.
I will always think about our memories and experiences all around the globe.
Rest in piece until we see each other again.
I will always love you.
Christer
Fun times at Westwood; from your Women’s Golf matches with the 18 holers, to evening rounds where we walked 18, to birthdays and other celebrations. I know Westwood was a special place in yours and all our hearts.
Love,
Freddie
All the love you’ve given us since day 1 back in Sweden. We love you Mom <3
You were always smiling and laughing, no matter the season or weather. Who says we don’t get snow in Virginia! And all the recent memories on Navitas with friends and family.
Lots of memories shoveling snow! Fun neighbor times in lots of weather.
You quickly proved that you are an amazing grandmother to Christian’s two wonderful sons. We all love you so much.
As a neighbor and a person, Susanne was the best. We loved sharing the Swedish holiday, Midsummer , as well as Christmas, with her and Christer. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and hike on Skyline Drive. Susanne was, as always, particularly kind and walked slowly with me as I hobbled along. We loved that she shared with us her joy of the Navitas. Most of all, we loved knowing her as our neighbor, her love for her family and home. What a wonderful lady; we will miss her.
Mom. Ever since I can remember you & me have been cooking, comparing receipes, sharing pictures of food. It all started with my very first memories of going to the weekend farmers markets in Belgium in the late 80s. Trying all the free samples of olives, fruits, bread and anything else that the farmers were offering up. This passion has continued my whole life to the day in Stockholm around 10 years old and I made my very own first Bearnaise sauce. Many found memories of grilling at Fridhem or Vienna by the pool. I am attaching a few of my mom’s and my own personal communications of dishes we made when the other person wasn’t around. Dear beloved Mom! My passion for food & cooking will always remind me of you!! & Bring a big grin to my face. Thank you! Love you always /Hans
Mom, I see your passion to help others and your love of nature in Eric and Zach. Eric will always walk up to a bug, bend down and look real close. He is always so interested and I remember when we used t take walks, you would stop and explain nature to him. Anytime we see a butterfly, a bird chirping or just walking around in the woods, we will be reminded of your gentle smile and love of life. You will be missed immensely but thank you for all the wonderful memories! Love you always, Christian, Becca, Eric and Zach.
Such a wonderful tradition to read a verse from the bible at Christmas time!
Just a glimpse into the many, many memories we have with you Farmor! Eric and Zach.
Some oldtimers and look how grown your 3 boys are! Love, Christian
Lund, Berkeley, Waterloo, Stockholm, Vienna,
Susanne was so sweet to me when we joined Westwood 10 years ago. She welcomed me to the 18 Holers group and she was also excited for me when I left Tuesday golf days to go back to work full time. So sorry I won’t get to golf with her again. My deepest condolences to her family. Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures. Sincerely, Julie Groff
Jag har i dag tittat igenom gamla foton från tiden då Susanne och jag startade vår vänskap. Det är många glada, roliga och lite tokiga foton som tagits med våra intamatic kameror. På baksidan av detta foto har jag skrivit: ” 8 mars -75 Skål för Susanne tror jag dom säger. Susanne tittar förälskat på Christer och det gjorde hon inte förgäves” Med facit i hand var det en sanning redan då ❤️
Dear Susanne, I miss you. I can still see you in my mind’s eye, my wonderful yoga student. You always moved well, pushing yourself with good sense to experience our class to the best of your ability. As you move forward, you will take many wonderful memories and much love with you from your family and many friends.
It is with very heavy hearts we say goodbye to lovely Susanne.
You welcomed us into your family with wide open arms. Together we celebrated Becca and Christians’ courtship, wedding and parenthood. We remember with great affection all of times spent with you and Christer. Thank you for teaching us about Swedish traditions and especially hosting us for Christmas Eve celebrations. You were an amazing hostess and chef. Christmas season was more joyous when shared with you and your family.
Our most precious shared memories are those spent with your grandchildren Eric and Zach. Waiting for what seem like forever for Eric’s birth. Holding Eric for the first time, your love and support was unparalleled. That love continued throughout Eric’s life. You were the best grandmother or Farmor, playing endlessly with Eric, teaching him Swedish songs and how to cook Swedish treats. You were always loving, patient and encouraging of Eric. How many Lego buildings, how many nature walks, how many read books and cuddles and kisses? Enough that Eric will always remember his loving Farmor, but sadly not enough.
We were devastated when you were diagnosed with cancer but so happy when you responded to treatment and able to enjoy the birth of your second grandson Zach. You embraced Zach with the same love as Eric and taught Eric how to be a good big brother.
It is impossible to count the number of people, including us, who have been touched by your love, warmth, lively spirit and generosity. Your most enduring and important legacy are your lovely sons Hans, Christian and Freddie. You raised three of the best young men we know. Young men who are devoted to you. We know their hearts are broken but Hans, Christian and Freddie will continue to carry your love and spirit their entire lives.
Yesterday Eric told us Farmor died and he was very sad. But Eric said, “Farmor is now a star in the sky—the brightest star’. Yes, we replied, we are all very, very sad. And yes, Farmor is the brightest star in the sky as she was the brightest star on earth.
So we will look for the brightest star each night and send love to Susanne.
Much love,
Joan & David
What a remarkable woman and friend! From the early days in Waterloo, to Sweden, and to Vienna, our families were united in fun and fellowship. We welcomed the birth of our sons in Belgium and enjoyed New Year on Sanibel. We walked the National Mall and marveled that our children could tour the Smithsonian in less than an hour. In more than thirty years you never missed a birthday wish with a call, card, or email. My family and I are honored to have known you and to have shared so many treasured memories. You are missed by our family.
Dear Bergman family, I so enjoyed my friendship with Suzanne while we warmed the cold aluminum benches at the always exciting Madison/Marshall ice hockey games as we cheered our team on to win for 6-7 years. And witnessed those exciting first dates for high school proms!! Suzanne was always the organizer/hostess of those great times and led to many wonderful memories for her family! And her many friends! My condolences and prayers are with each of you. Lovingly, Nancy and Richard Smith
To my dear sister-in-law, extra sister and friend. I miss you so much!
Sisters are different flowers….
Susanne
Året var 1983, Waterloo i Belgien. Nyinflyttad och söker efter nya vänner, är ute och besöker en ”Garage Sale” i området och utanför står en cykel med barnsits, en ganska ovanlig syn därnere men för oss cyklande svenskar så ”plinga” det till i huvudet och intuitivt går jag in och där är mitt första möte med Susanne och Hans som då är drygt ett år gammal.
Detta är startskottet på en lång vänskap. Våra barn var ganska jämnåriga så Hans o Lisa lekte och blev varandras första kompisar i Waterloo. Sedan kom Christian och Clifford och sedan även Fredrik. Vi hade 3-4 år tillsammans i Belgien.
Du hade alltid en positiv syn på livet och de äventyr och utmaningar som nalkades med arbete och flytt mm.
Du visade en enorm omtanke, engagemang inför familj och vänner och hade lösningar på det mesta!
Under årens lopp så hann vi med våra familjer, att fira både påsk och nyår tillsammans ett flertal gånger samt skidresa till Sälen mm.
Jag är oerhört tacksam att glad att jag fick chansen att lära känna dig och den vänskap vi lyckades hålla genom alla år, trots långa avstånd.
Det är med stor sorg i hjärtat jag skriver dessa ord i vetskap om att vi inte kommer att ses igen… i detta jordeliv, men kanske i Nangijala, landet bortom stjärnorna.
Mina tankar går till Christer, Hans, Christian och Fredrik i sin förlust av en älskad maka och mor.
Vila i frid Susanne!
Kram
Birgitta
My fondest memory of Susanne is a warm and wonderful extended conversation we had while walking various golf courses — occasionally looking out to see how our sons’ game was going. I was especially delighted to be invited to a Midsummer Night’s Festival at Susanne’s home and feeling all the love and joy that she cultivated among family and friends. Farewell Susanne. Till we meet again, Love suki
Susanne was one of the most resillient and sweet people I have ever met. I would certainly have spent some time feeling sorry for myself, but she always pushed through her trials with a smile. During her last hospitalization, I came to visit her on a Sunday night. Rather than telling me her symptoms and problems, she was preoccupied with discussing why I should be away from my family. I tried to explain that the kids were asleep and it was fine but she would have none of it. Everyone in our office loved her and would follow her clinical trial progress through me during the time she was at NCI. Interestingly, I was with her NCI clinical trial doctor, Dr. Greten, when I received the text that she passed. He sends his best to this amazing family. With love, Dr. C
Året var 1983, Waterloo i Belgien. Nyinflyttad och söker efter nya vänner, är ute och besöker en ”Garage Sale” i området och utanför står en cykel med barnsits, en ganska ovanlig syn därnere men för oss cyklande svenskar så ”plinga” det till i huvudet och intuitivt går jag in och där är mitt första möte med Susanne och Hans som då är drygt ett år gammal.
Detta är startskottet på en lång vänskap. Våra barn var ganska jämnåriga så Hans o Lisa lekte och blev varandras första kompisar i Waterloo. Sedan kom Christian och Clifford och sedan även Fredrik. Vi hade 3-4 år tillsammans i Belgien.
Du hade alltid en positiv syn på livet och de äventyr och utmaningar som nalkades med arbete och flytt mm.
Du visade en enorm omtanke, engagemang inför familj och vänner och hade lösningar på det mesta!
Under årens lopp så hann vi med familjer, att fira både påsk och nyår tillsammans ett flertal gånger samt skidresa till Sälen mm.
Jag är oerhört tacksam att glad att jag fick chansen att lära känna dig och den vänskap vi lyckades hålla genom alla år, trots långa avstånd.
Det är med stor sorg i hjärtat jag skriver dessa ord i vetskapen om att vi inte kommer att ses igen… i detta jordeliv, men kanske i Nangijala, landet bortom stjärnorna
Mina tankar går till Christer, Hans, Christian och Fredrik i sin förlust av en älskad maka och mor.
Vila i frid Susanne!
Kram
Birgitta
We became friends when you first came here to look for a place to live in Vienna. What a gift it was to have a fellow Swedish midwife settle near by! Over the years we have enjoyed discussing health care and women’s health issues in our two countries. The kids loved to come to your house and play with lego and taste your cinnamon buns. Sara loved to have a Swedish “auntie” here, who liked to come to her dance recitals too! You navigated all the issues with children in schools in a new country so well. For all the good times during the years, we thank you! For the Midsummer gatherings with great food and fellowship and singing. For family celebrations and dinners of various kinds, we are thankful to have been a part. We all appreciated this local slice of Sweden with the greatest of friends!
Sov gott.
With much love to the whole family here and in Sweden
Gertrud, Jan, Peter and Sara Bojo
I remember Susanne as such a sweet, welcoming and caring person. She loved her family, friends and life. Frank and I were so fortunate to have met the Bergman family and even had the opportunity to meet Susanne’s parents. Frank loved that he was able to take them fishing in the Chesapeake Bay. Christer, Christian, Hans and Freddie – my condolences to all of you and your families. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I have had the privilege of knowing Mr. and Mrs. Bergman for 6 years. Their love for each other, their family, and their community has been truly remarkable to witness. I have been inspired and amazed by Mrs. Bergman’s bravery, grace, and strength in the face of her illness. I offer my deepest condolences to the entire Bergman family.
My mother and I have known the Bergmans since they moved to their home in Vienna some 20 years ago. In addition to being an involved mother and loving husband, Susanne was a talented gardner, potter, cook and loved the natural world, including the chipmunks and birds she attracted to their garden. She even delivered frogs that mistakenly jumped in their pool to my mother who has two ponds. She was a wonderful and caring neighbor to my mother and we sometimes chatted over the fence when our poodle would alert me of her presence . I will miss her charm and grace, even in the face of adversity. Our thoughts and prayers are with with you. With love, Rosemarie, Ilona, Moritz and Paco.
I have so many wonderful memories of my lovely friend. Having met the Bergman’s through my Mom and Emil, we found that we had so much in common with our families and similar interests. Over the last 20 years or so, we have had so many fun adventures and I realized how important our friendship was and appreciated all of the time we would chat or spend together. From the Keys to the Shenandoah, to Joe’s Stone Crab and the Potomac, we always found time to enjoy each other. Just a little more than a week or so before she passed away, we spend an hour on the phone talking and laughing and catching up… she sounded so good and I treasure that. It’s funny, when I think of her telling me something, I hear it in her voice. Some of my favorite memories are that summer she taught Victoria how to flower the Maypole and the giggles and laughs we had singing drinking songs around the dinner table. Her wonderful hospitality and food… even when she came to our place! She insisted on making her wonderful Swedish pancakes for breakfast or making me feel oh so special on my birthday. Ahh… how I loved my friend. I will miss the joy she brought to my life and our time together. She was like a sister to me in so many ways… until I see you again my friend.
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