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Susan Diane Gilbert Sumpter Riley

Susan Riley Obituary

Susan Diane Gilbert Sumpter Riley Resident of Hayward Was born on Feb. 26, 1949 and passed away on Sept. 30, 2010. Susan was living in Mesquite, NV at the time of her passing but was a long time resident of Hayward. She is survived by her children; Cynthia, Daniel, Tara, nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the Starr King UU Church in Hayward, 22577 Bayview Ave. on Nov. 6, 2010 at 11 am.

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Published by Inside Bay Area from Oct. 20 to Oct. 23, 2010.

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