Susan Bernhardt

Susan Moss Bernhardt VIRGINIA BEACH - Susan Moss Bernhardt, 50, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Norfolk, July 18, 1961 and was a graduate of Norfolk Collegiate School and James Madison University. After college she had a professional career with the State Bureau of Banking and later worked as a fundraiser at William & Mary College. After the birth of her sons, she enjoyed being a mother and an active volunteer at her children's schools. Susan and her family lived in Las Vegas for several years before returning to Virginia Beach six years ago to be closer to family. Susan is survived by her husband, John Carter Bernhardt; two sons, John and Carter; her mother, Jane Miller Byrd; her father, Thomas Warren Moss Jr. and wife Norma. She is also survived by her sister, Elizabeth Moss Adamson and husband Guy; her brother Thomas Warren Moss III and wife Ashby; nieces, Emily and Laura Adamson; and nephews, Warren and Trent Moss. She was predeceased by her stepfather, Dr. William E. Byrd. A memorial service will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at Galilee Episcopal Church. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel, is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.hdoliver.com.