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Susan Billig Obituary

BILLIG, SUSAN (nee Chern), of Coconut Grove, FL, passed away at home June 7, 2005, from heart disease after a long battle with lung cancer. She was born in Brooklyn, New York April 22, 1925, and later married her husband Ned Billig living in Queens. She had a talented career in interior design in New York and Florida. Their children, Amy and Joshua, were born in New York. In 1968 they moved to Coconut Grove. Susan was a great community activist, member of the Treeman Trust, Coconut Grove Civic Club, and Coconut Grove Village Council. Always involved in the preservation of Coconut Grove, she was a loved and respected member of her community. Susan's life was tragically changed when her daughter disappeared in 1974. She led a valiant, fruitless search for her child, never giving up despite insurmountable obstacles. Predeceased by her husband Ned in 1993, she is survived by son, Joshua Billig (Michelle McGonigal); grandchildren Elizabeth and Maya; sister Ray Scheckner(Benjamin); niece Joan Russell (Tom), many dear relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held Sunday, June 12th at Riverside Gordon Memorial Chapels, 1920 Alton Road, Miami Beach at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery, 4420 S.W. 8th Street, Miami. Donations may be made to National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2005.

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Tess

April 28, 2017

Dear Josh, I just finished reading your mother's book and I felt for her and you. I pray the Lord that you will have the courage, wisdom and peace to go on with life with your own family. You may be Jewish and I a Christian; however, we both believe in the same God. Have faith. You never know, one day, if she is still alive, Amy will find someone good enough to have her get back to her roots. Blessings and be joyful with your family for God is good. He will never leave nor forsake you. Remember the words from a song: "It is well with my soul!"

Janet K

January 29, 2017

I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother Josh. I'm almost done reading the book and my heart has been breaking every page. I hope that someone somewhere will finally tell the truth about Amy's whereabouts. I can't believe it's been so long without any clue. May Susan and Ned finally have some peace. God bless your family

T Y

July 12, 2016

I've followed this story for years. Prayed that Amy would return to Susan and her family. I too have lung cancer from sarcoma and don't have that much time left. I at least hope to get the answer of what happened to Amy on my deathbed. So sad....

Jean Gillam

June 7, 2016

I read the book and my heart was fit to burst Oh if only she could have been reunited with Amy I'm heartbroken from London UK Josh I wish you all the best God bless you XXXXX

Sarah Braz

December 28, 2014

I hope you've found some peace.

joan dana

March 26, 2012

this case has stayed with me for decades and i send condolences to the Billig family

Tanya c

February 8, 2012

Its so sad that Mrs.Billig never found her daughter before she died. when i look at the photos of Amy i feel very sad that she went unfound and wonder what happened to her. hopefully one day we will all find out.

Lynn Dorit

December 23, 2011

Your family is in my prayers.

Lynn formally of Coral Gables

Cindi Atkinson

July 15, 2011

I just finished reading the book that your mother wrote and cannot begin to describe the feelings it left me with. I am a mother of two boys and I cannot imagine what your mother, your father and you, all went through. What an extraordinary family - holding together and loving each other through a very tragic event. Your mother was an incredibly strong woman and I hope that she has found her peace whereever she is now.

melody morales

December 1, 2010

My heart goes out to susan billig and you josh..I saw this story on unsolved mysteries and read the book. I do not feel Amy is dead. I will look on my spare time on any info i can find out and see if now over time people will release info. I believe in your mothers legacy. I think about this and its such a mystery but i feel we shouldnt give up hope in trying to find new leads! I was born in 75' way off from the age group but i have plenty of years to continue in this search! Susan you are a hero to many, you never gave up hope!

October 16, 2010

Just finished her book about her search for Amy. What a courageous, amazing lady! The book tells her entire story and was captivating reading. I doubt many people would have been that brave. Condolences to the entire Billig family. Amy will not be forgotten.

Lynee Ram

August 4, 2009

My heart goes out to you and your family's struggles. They seemed like wonderful people and I hope that your parents and your sister have peace.

teresa reeves

July 21, 2009

my condolences to your family. susan was a class act and i admired her greatly. i just wish i could have been more help to her in her quest for amy.

Dave Les

February 9, 2009

As someone who spent time in Coconut Grove myself in the early seventies(I was only 12 in '74),I have a special place in my heart for the misery that Susan must have been thru.
I read articles of Susan searching over the years in local papers and always knew of the case for that reason.
I hope they all have found peace

December 4, 2008

courage à votre famille qui makgré le temps qui s'écoule ne desespere pas. Je suis certaine que l'issue de cette histoire sera positive et qu'amy vous sera rendu.

Sharon G

October 5, 2008

I left a previous message in this book but I feel compelled to write again.

I woke up in the middle of the nignt last night thinking about Amy and I couldn't get back to sleep for a while.

Even now, sometimes I still cry. I still think about her and about Sue and Ned and Josh and my heart aches for this family and I still pray for the whole family.

What brings me any comfort or relief at all is just the realization that this is just a stop-over. A temporal state of affairs. Gods promise to us will be fulfilled.

Josh, I hope God's promise brings you some relief as well. God bless you and I will continue to pray for you.

Sharon

JAN KURTZ

September 6, 2008

I KNOW IT'S MANY YEARS SINCE THE PASSING OF YOUR MOM. I AM THE SAME AGE AS AmY AND I REMEMBER THE DAY YOUR SISTER DISAPPEARED. I HAVE NEVER FORGOTTON HER OR THE COURAGOUS JOURNEY YOUR MOTHER DEDICATED HER LIFE TO.
MY PRAYER IS THAT SOMEHOW THERE IS A GREAT REUNION IN HEAVEN OF YOUR DAD, YOUR MOM AND AMY.
MY THOUGHTS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN WITH YOUR FAMILY.
GOD BLESS YOU JOSH

Sharyn S

August 25, 2008

Amy was in my class in IS8 in NYC. I remember sitting next to her and she told that her family would be moving to Florida. I still have the year book with her picture in it. What a surprise when I saw Unsolved Mysteries and the story was about her. I remember her.

Sharon Gee

August 4, 2008

I have followed the tragedy of Amy's disappearance since I was a teenager. I have folllowed Sue in her search for Amy for decades. My heart has always been with her and my heart is still with Josh. I still think about Amy and Sue. I still think about Ned too. I pray for Josh and his family and I still cry and pray for Amy and probably always will.

I'm now 47 so her disappearance hit me pretty hard.

I know I'll meet your family some day on the other side and I will always remember you with love in my thoughts and prayers.

April 23, 2008

i love the book i feel like im apart of it

Michael Billig

March 21, 2008

Deepest sympathy to you. I have often wondered why we Billigs have so much of a burden to bear. Rest assured; better times are in store for you.

[email protected]

P.S. I seem to remember going to school (briefly) with a Susan Billig.

lexi

March 13, 2008

dear josh, I found this website, hoping to talk with your exceptional mother, after just reading Amy's story for the second time. My own daughter disappeared when she was 19 years old and it is incomprehensible to me that today she is 27 and I have no idea where she is or what her life might be. Our circumstances were different in that she was lost to drugs and initially disappeared because she wanted to, but I now must face the reality that I too may leave this earth without ever seeing her again. Your mother's courage and determination are who I wish I could be, but unfortunately my daughter was living in another state and simply vanished and I have never had a single clue as to the people she knew or where she might be now. Even in this day of the internet, I have been unable to find any activity on her social security # or name, although I have tried everything. I know how much she loved her family and sometimes I can't even believe this is my life. Her brother and sisters' hearts ache as I'm sure yours always has, and I only wish we all were able to devote the type of energy your mom did to finding her - - - but when you have nothing to go on, there's nothing you can do but pray and send all your love to wherever she might be. Not knowing is hell on earth!

Vasili Glimidakis

August 21, 2007

Dear Joshua Billig and family,
I am sorry for your loss of your relative. God bless her and her family.

Jeannie Webb

July 13, 2007

Josh, it's been awhile and I'm not sure why today I found this site but I'm sorry to hear about your mom.

Roland Kopet

July 10, 2007

not sure if we are realted but my name is Roland Kopet, son of Dr, Carl and Zena Kopet, we lived in Queens Village my email is [email protected], thank you

Karen Reep

February 9, 2007

I live in Kansas now, but I did live in Miami for many years. I just recently heard of Sue's death, and was heartbroken. I am not sure where she gathered the strength to live day after day with the unbelievable pain she must have felt. I have children myself, and I cannot begin to fathom what she went through. I hope that Sue has found peace again with Amy. Sue was a pillar of strength, a real example for us all to follow. God Bless you, Sue. I know the Lord has a special place for you in heaven.

Thank you,
Karen Reep

Carina (Carrie) Ortega

December 30, 2006

Dear Josh,

Today my little sister, Oddy, emailed this site to me. I wish I had known of your mom's passing sooner so I could have written in a timely manner. My sister and have thought of you and your family often throughout the years, always hoping that you would find the closure and peace your mom and dad so diligently searched for.

Our time together at CGSH is always a treasured memory to me, you are a great guy (the best high-school sweetheart a girl could hope for!)and those were happy times. You showed such strength and maturity when this tragedy happened. I have been forever in awe of you and your parents too.

Losing someone you love and not knowing how or why would break most people. If I could be a fraction fo the mother your mom was, I would count myself amoung the best.

I just wanted you to know that there are many people out there (like our family) who have prayed and hoped for you and yours for a very long time.

I am happy that you have continued the Billig legacy with a family of your own. I know grandchildren must of brought much happiness to your folks.

God Bless You Always,

Carina Ortega Grasso, Lou (hubby), Louis (son 25), David (son 22) and Vanessa (daughter 20).

Mary Williams

December 7, 2006

I read Susan's book years ago and it still haunts me knowning that no updates has been made. There were so many leads. Josh, your mother was a very strong and couragous person that I have ever heard of. I pray that you find answers. I know that your mother is looking out for you, as well the lord himself. God Bless You!

Cindi Kluck-Johnson

December 1, 2006

I will never forget your story and your search for Amy. I admire you so for your strength and perserverance. Praise the Lord that he has bought you home.

Wild Child

November 18, 2006

My heart Go Out To Susan Billig an Her Family May God Bless Her.

Stacy Kopet-Heimlich

October 24, 2006

Josh,
I remember you as a baby like myself years ago when we lived in Briarwood, Queens NY . I remember playing with Amy as well. I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mom,my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. My Aunt was a friend of your moms as well (Seena Dundes). My parents too knew your parents (Muriel and Skip Kopet).

gloria denton

October 9, 2006

Josh,I am so sorry for all of your loss.I am sure that your Mom and Amy are in Heaven together with your Dad and our Lord.I am the Mother of missing April Beth Pitzer and I will search for the truth til I too shall die. I will never settle for nothing less than all I can find out.And if I die in doing so,I will die doing what I need to do,find my daughters' remains and the persons responsible for taking her from me.Your Mom is an inspiration.I pray my April can tell her so for me,and let her know that I will continue to fight their fight.Gods peace,strength,grace and courage be with you,dear.

Renee Wall

October 2, 2006

Still thinking of you Sue. I know you and Amy must be rejoicing your reunion. I will never forget you.

June 18, 2006

I just finished reading your book. I was frustrated just hearing everything that you went through! You are a very strong woman. Your son is an amazing man too. He had to endure so much and gave up what was supposed to be the best years of his life. Although you have found some closure, I hope that Amy comes up one way or another so that you know FACTS! With love from Oceanside, Ca.

Tyriek Austin

June 13, 2006

To The Billig Family,

I don't know why I have always taken this story so personal,(I am not a parent and was not born when Amy vanished) but I have and I have empathized with you all since I first saw the story of Amy on Unsolved Mysteries. I have and will continue to pray for you,Susan,Amy,Amy's dad who died years ago, and for those who did any harm to Amy. To Susan, God Bless You! I hope that you Amy and your husband are reunited and will share a wonderful eternal life together! o any Parents with missing children please let Susan and her strength be an example of how you should never give up Hope. God Bless all!



Tyriek Austin([email protected])

T. Christian

May 22, 2006

Susan Billig stands as one of the best examples of human courage and fortitude ever. The fact that she never gave up hope that her daughter was alive and kept fighting to find her gives me hope for us all. God Bless you Sue, I`m sure you and Amy will be reunited in Heaven.

Melissa

May 18, 2006

The epitome of a mother. Never giving up even when things looked hopeless. I hope my son looks at me the way in the way I am seeing Susan after reading her life story. With all my heart, I pray Susan and her daughter are finally together.

Sherrlyn Davis

May 15, 2006

After reading the story of the Billig Family my heart felt sympathy goes out to this family and their friends. I have exprienced a loss and do know what you are going through. Josh I know this is very very hard for you but just know that if she is deceased that she is with your mom and dad now, and look to God for the continued strength. God Bless this beautiful family from here on out. God Bless You and Yours.

Franklin Nance

May 15, 2006

Amy's and Susan's story touched, and still touches, the hearts of parents everywhere. Deepest sympathies are extended to those left behind, from a father blessed with two daughters, one named very similarly to Amy.

Ali Thompson

April 28, 2006

To the Billig family,

I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of Susan. I recently read her book and it profoundly affected me. The disappearance of Amy has always captivated me, even though I was only five months old when it happened.

I think what touched me the most was her undying love for her daughter. I have been blessed with wonderful parents who would have also searched the ends of the earth for me, as Susan did for Amy.

I regret that she never received closure nor was she properly able to grieve for Amy. I believe they are together in heaven, with Ned, and Susan is finally at peace.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Bethanny S.

April 25, 2006

I am so sorry for your families loss...... not only did you lose a mother and a grandmother, but a strong role-model as well. I only wish I could be half the woman she was, and will always be remebered as.....

Sheena Johnson

April 10, 2006

I have always been a fan of Unsolved Mysteries. I remember seeing the segment with Amy Billig numerous times. I even read the book Without A Trace. I contend Susan for having a valiant fight until the end. She died still know ing in her heart that Amy was still alive.

J. Butler

April 10, 2006

I finished reading the book today. I just wanted to say that the love Susan Billig demonstrated by trying to find her missing daughter Amy, an on-going search that lasted 32 years of her life ...how monumental. Mrs. Billig has rekindled a fire of hope in me, helping to restore my faith that there is, indeed, still a golden thread of decency that continues to weave its way through our lives... helping to mend the broken society that we lived in yesterday, today, and all of our precious tomorrows.

alicia n

March 20, 2006

im currently reading the book without a trace and i also wonder what happened to amy billig. it is very sad....

Cherissa Wieland

March 7, 2006

My prayers go out to your family, what strength your mother had. God bless you and your family and I pray you find Amy.

Amanda Collins

February 11, 2006

Dear Billig family,

I saw this case on unsolved mysteries a while back. Many things happen in this life that sometimes we may never fully understand "Why".

But one thing IS true!! God knows everything and HE has ALL the answers!!! What I have done in the past has helped me, and what He's done for me, He will do for you also. Ask Him & trust His wisdom to show you the answers to these mysteries. you CAN trust Him!!! And He WILL give you peace in the process while He shows you the answers to these mysteries. He's just a prayer away...Trust Him!!

rosario capinlac

January 27, 2006

i've read the story of the unsolved mystery of amy billig's lost in edna buchanan's book. i admired the courage and the unconditional love of her mother sue billig.. i really cried while reading their story.. and i tried to research what had happened to them and i was so stunned when i found out that nothing happened to the case of amy and i felt sorry when mrs. billig passed away.. but glad still that she will be able to see her daughter now that she's with our God Father in heaven..

God bless the Billig family and to those who helped them all the way..

Iam from a far country of Philippines but i really want to extend my deep condolences to the family..

Mindy Allen

December 18, 2005

Josh and family,

I recently read the book your mother wrote, and the story has haunted me ever since. I am so sorry about your mother passing but perhaps now the both of you can have the peace and rest you deserve, I know you have spent most of your life helping in the search. May God bless your family. Mindy

JESSICA S

November 11, 2005

TO THE BILLIG FAMILY:

I TRULY FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART DO EXPRESS MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES FOR MS. BILLIG. I DID SEE AMY'S STORY ON UNSOLVED MYSTERIES AND I DID READ THE BOOK, WITHOUT A TRACE AND I MUST SAY THAT SINCE THEN I HAVE THOUGHT OF MS. BILLIG FROM TIME TO TIME AND OCCASIONALLY LOOKED FOR ANY UPDATES WITH REGARD TO AMY'S CASE AND JUST NOW CAME ACROSS THE FACT THAT MS. BILLIG HAD PASSED ON. MS. BILLIG WAS TRULY A BRAVE AND COURAGOUS WOMAN AND I REALLY FEEL BAD THAT THERE WAS NEVER ANY CLOSURE BUT I AM GLAD THAT SHE IS NOW RESTING WITH HER HUSBAND IN HEAVEN AS THIS IS WHERE SHE DESERVES TO BE. TO THE REMAINDING BILLG RELATIVES JOSHUA BILLIG WIFE AND KIDS I REALLY SINCERELY HOPE THAT SOME DAY YOU FIND AMY OR FIND OUT THE TRUTH TO AMY'S WHERE ABOUTS. THE BILLIG FAMILY INCLUDING AMY AND SUSAN WILL REMAIN IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!!!

Noor Kenan

August 31, 2005

To Josh Billig and family,

I spoke to your mum before she passed away and even to you a little after her time came. My deepsest condolences to you and your wife and children. Susan was a courageous and amazing woman. I`m sad that you all still don`t have any closure regarding Amy. I hope one day that you do. It`s unfortunate that Susan and Ned both went on to the next life, without seeing Amy prior to that.

Amy`s story and Susan`s book blew me away. Not knowing where your child or family member is, aches.

Hopefully this mystery will get solved.

I wish Susan lots of peace and prayers, as well as to her late husband Ned.

To Josh and the family, I feel for you and send my condolences as I said. May you have the strength to go on and hopefully find your Amy soon.

A.M.A.L.P NP Foundation Ministry (dede) keene

August 29, 2005

We have A Tribute To Susan Billig on our A.M.A.L.P website.

Susan will never be forgotten nor will AMY.

GOD BLESS all searching for a missing loved one!

Rita

July 26, 2005

Amy's story touched me in an inexplicable way- I am two years younger than her, and felt if I had known her, I would have been her friend. Sue's love is a powerful and mighty example of a mother's love. Her and Ned endured so much.



May all their memories be a blessing.

Stacy

July 20, 2005

I didn't know Susan Billig, but from what I have read in the guestbook, she was a truly wonderful person. I can't imagine the pain of losing a child and hope that everyone out their looking for their child finds them safe and sound.

MJ

July 16, 2005

WITHOUT A TRACE by Greg Aunapu and Susan Billig~ I am so greatful to have run into this book most recently... I simply could not put it down..never hearing of Amy's story I was reading in hopes of a great ending...For three days I couldn't put the book down LITERALLY-The day I was on my last chapters..I found out that this amazing women Sue Billig had passed away not too long ago. Today is July 16, 2005-SUSAN was AN AMAZING WOMEN. Ned a wonderful husband. My heart goes out to Josh and his family. My prayers are with you all. Be proud to have had a mother as loving, full of courage like nothing I've heard of. A brave and loving soul is at peace. If Amy did die she will shine ever so brightly now with Sue by her side.

Maggie Jacobs

July 15, 2005

I just finished reading Susan's book. What a gut wrenching story. My heart goes out to the Billig family. Having a daughter myself I can't imagine the anguish they endured. May she rest in peace, finally.

Karole Pettway-Gray

July 14, 2005

I also know the pain of losing a child. My son, Kevin, was murdered on February 8th in 2003. I hope that your search is finally over and that you have been re-united with your precious daughter. God Bless you and your family.

July 14, 2005

know you will get the answers you need...and may God Grant you the chance to see your daughter again.

diane bond

July 14, 2005

REST IN PEASE MRS. BILLIG, YOU ARE NOW IN HEAVEN WITH MY DAUGHTER TAMEKA. TAMEKA WAS MURDER 3-26-2001 IN RICHMOND, VA. I KNOW THE PAIN OF LOSING A DAUGHTER. MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY.

Julie M.

July 13, 2005

What a sad, sad story. As a mother, I cannot imagine going through life not knowing the whereabouts of my child. My deepest sympathies to her family. I sincerely hope she is at peace now.

Mauneen Reardon

July 13, 2005

I saw Mrs. Bilig's story many years ago when it was profiled on the A& E channel. I could never foget it. She has crossed my mind many many times since it was aired. I was overwhelmed by what a truly amazing woman she was. Her strength, her spirit, her endurance - I couldn't get over it. My sincere condolences to all who loved her.

Vera Tyler

July 13, 2005

I would like to extend heartfelt sympathy/empathy to your family. Strong is a mother's love of her child, but greater is the love that God has for us all. May God bless your mother and your family with peace.

July 12, 2005

Susan:



The truth will finally be revealed

to you...



May your precious soul rest in peace dear lady...

Rose McAdams

July 12, 2005

This is so sad. My condolences to Sue's family and friends. I hope she is now at peace for at last she knows what happened and where her child is. Also, may Josh find strength and comfort in the memory of his mother's dedication and be rewarded for the understanding and support he gave her.

Georgia Kirk

July 12, 2005

What a sad story and what anguish that this loving mother went through. This shows that woman have strength and great love for their children no matter what the circumstance and will stop at nothing for them. She is truly to be admired for this and as the heart touching entries say, she is at peace and now knows what happened to her. My sympathies and condolences go out to the family.

jmm cool

July 11, 2005

i saw susans story profiled on television and was awed by this womans courage and dogged determination her great love for her missing child was so incredibly beautiful and extremely touching josh was blessed to have such a mother and her loss will be felt for a long time by her family and the many strangers who were touched by her story of great unconditional love

Lindy Wallace

July 11, 2005

I remember seeing Mrs. Billig on TV when she was searching for her daughter. Only another Mother who has a broken heart can completely understand her pain. I can't help but believe that she, her husband, and their daughter are now together. Her son sounds like a wonderful man, and my sympathy goes out to him.

Jacquelyn Holmes

July 11, 2005

My condolences to the family of Mrs. Susan Billig. I am very sorry that she had so much tragedy in her life. Maybe in life it was not meant for her to find out what happened to Amy, but I feel she now knows what happened to her daughter. I only hope that she and her husband are now at peace. What a determined woman and mother she was. God be with the family in this time of sorrow. God Bless you all.

r mclaughlin

July 11, 2005

god bless you susan for never giving up and you will be rewarded by god.

Violet Weed

July 10, 2005

To Josh Billig and family of Susan,



I did not know your mother, but her decades long search for her daughter touched my heart. I am so sorry that she has passed, but she is everything one would want a mother to be. Steadfast and loving. May you find out one day what happened to your sister, Josh, but you can take comfort in the fact that your mom and your sister are now reunited in heaven.



God Bless you all!

Paula Cerone

July 8, 2005

To Josh Billig and Family:

Please accept my deepest sympathies and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Your mother Susan was an inspiration to us all and truly personified what a mother's love is all about. May God Bless her and her beautiful Amy.

Terry Gardner

July 8, 2005

NOW THIS.....WAS A MOTHER! ANY OTHER DEFINITION, PALES IN COMPARISION. MY HEART GOES OUT TO HER FAMILY. HER "FLAME", MAY HAVE BEEN UNTIMELY DIMMED, BUT TRUST ME IT WILL NEVER DIMININISH. SUCH A CHAMPION, SUCH A ROLE MODEL, SUCH A WARRIOR....WHAT A WONDERFUL AND DELIGHTFUL INDIVIDUAL. WE ALL SYMPATHIZE, BECAUSE OUR CHILDEN ARE A LEGACY, THAT ENDURE THROUGH COUNTLESS SETBACKS. THEY ARE THE BACKBONE, THAT MAKE ALL OUR EFFORTS AS PARENTS WORTH WHILE. MS. BILLING IS FINALLY "HOME", WHERE

HER SOJOURN WILL BE FULLY REWARDED.

Denny Gibbs

July 1, 2005

Josh, when I come to the Grove I always count on reuniting with Sue at Greenstreets - I will miss this; I will miss her! ...but so many memories remain and that is the great thing.



love, denny

Lisa Henderson

June 26, 2005

Dear Josh and family,



I am so sorry for the great loss of your mother. She had the courage and strength of a lioness. Take solace in the knowledge that, whether Amy is alive or in Heaven, your mother now knows what happened to Amy.



God bless you and your family.

Joanne Gelberg-Justiz

June 25, 2005

Dear Josh and Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was such a wonderful, strong spirit. May she rest in peace.

With much love,

Joanne Gelberg-Justiz (I'm Rosanna and Bob's daughter, Robin is my older sister. We all use to hang out in the old days in the grove.)

Frank Ingargiola

June 23, 2005

My prayers go out for Susan and Amy and to thier family.I hope that Susan has found the peace she was so long denied in life.Although i did not know her,her story touched me deeply and i offer my sincere condolances on her passing.

Luis Velez

June 22, 2005

Josh:

Your mother's courage and determination will always be remembered.

May she rest in peace now - our prayers are with you and your family.

Bob Gelberg

June 20, 2005

With fond memories.



Bob and Mary Ellen Gelberg

Carol Garvin

June 17, 2005

Dear Josh,

Your mother was a tower of strength. Even though I cannot imagine Coconut Grove without her voice, her presence will be with us forever. She has found peace at last. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Sincerely,

Cora Goff

June 17, 2005

Very sorry for your loss-my prayers have been with you ever since I viewed the story on Unsolved Mysteries. God bless

Mark S. Lambiotte

June 16, 2005

Our family is very sad to hear this news of Susan Billig. We have been looking for our niece, Vivian Paola Montanez Castellanos since June 1988. She was only 22 months old when abducted in Cucuta, Colombia. We can relate to your family and what you have gone through. Peace and God's Love To You.

Kathleen Morris

June 15, 2005

She will be missed so much, it is so hard to believe she is gone. There will always be memories of her when we pass one her favorite resturants in the Grove.I will see her at "HER TABLE" holding court, sipping champagne or sharing a glass of wine or a meal with friends. This memory will make me smile when I think of her, which will be often.

Brandy Shipp

June 14, 2005

I do not personally know Susan. I recently became aware of Susan and her long, ongoing search for her Amy. I came across her story on the internet while researching Missing Persons, due to the fact that My Mother, Summer Shipp, has been missing since December 8, 2004. I can only hope to have the same dedication and devotion and love that Susan has displayed for Amy. And I will, as Susan did, continue my search until I find answers, and also I will continue raising awareness of Missing Persons indefinitely. I look up to Susan as a role model. I believe, as she did, in listening to your heart and following it no matter where it takes you.

Brandy Shipp

Ronaldo Perez

June 14, 2005

Dear Josh and Family,



I humbly offer my heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the irreplaceable loss of your beloved mother.



Though I never had the honour of meeting her in this life, her boundless love and tireless devotion to her family is a sterling testament to the most noble aspects of the human spirit.



Rest assured that she is now in the loving arms of the Creator and her loving memory will live on in your hearts and always bring you peace.



Your Friend, Ron Perez

Melinda Porter

June 14, 2005

Your mother was amazing and so brave. I hope that in heaven she has the answers that she searched for here. She is an inspiration.

Louise Holmburg

June 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

We are very sorry to have heard of Susan's passing.

May she Rest In Peace.

With Prayers,

The Family & Friends of Missing NH Man, Lorne Boulet

Loren Savakus

June 13, 2005

Josh: Our parents were dear, dear friends and I remember, as a child, the nightmare that unfolded before Ned, your Mom and yourself; I was only a child. My parents kept in touch with Sue through the years...and now, I feel so sad, that her fight to find Amy did not end in her personal knowledge of "knowing". May you find comfort in your memories, and know that many people are crying today.

Loren, Adam and Hal Savakus (Arlene and Russ Savakus)

Beth, Michael & Gia

June 13, 2005

Dear Josh, Michelle, Elizabeth & Maya

We are with you in thoughts and prayers at this time. Miss you.

Beth, Michael & Gia

Patrick Ross

June 13, 2005

Greetings,



Sorry to hear about your mom passing Josh, I can't recall if I ever met her personally but her face looks familiar to me. I found out from Stacy and I just wanted to offer you my deep sympathy at this time. My mom and dad have been gone now about 17 years, so I can relate to how you must be feeling now. I glad to hear that you are dad now, so at least your family legagcy lives on. I hope to see you again soon when I next come for a visit back to the grove. till then Happy Trails Brother.

Elinor Levine

June 13, 2005

I was so sorry to read of Mrs. Billig's passing. I followed her story for years and always hoped Amy would be found. I admired and respected Mrs. Billig's determination to never, never give up. May Mr. and Mrs. Billig and Amy rest in peace.

Linda Wilson

June 13, 2005

Dear Josh & family,



I wrote this poem when my own Amy was killed in a car accident at age 24 in 2001.



I offer it as a prayer for peace for your family.





The Angel



She has visited today.



She has come to you

on pillows of soft invisibility.



You know she is there.



You feel her presence

as solid as your own body.



You receive her gift.



She has left the softest kiss

of her immortality upon your heart,



her wings brushing against the hour.





In the wind.....you are uplifted.



The angel....she has visited today....



My deepest sympathy,

Linda Wilson

Mia Scornavacca

June 13, 2005

Hi Josh,

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember seeing your mom at my dad's memorial and the gathering afterward at Buffy and Dick Hart's (1986). Sue was such a dear lady. I have fond memories of your family and growing up in the Grove, going into Ned's studio, the art festivals, etc. She, Ned and Amy are all together now in peace.

Ileana Betancourt/Verner

June 12, 2005

Josh, Michelle and family, sorry for your loss.



God bless you all.



Love,

Ileana,Chris,Brenna,

Shannon and Tyler.

Tony Scornavacca, Jr.

June 12, 2005

Hi Josh,

The strength of your mother was more than that of an army.



May others see her as a beacon of light, and remember her fortitude.



God hold her.



Our deepest condolences,

Tony, Carolyn, and Anthony Scornavacca

Vivian JORDAN

June 12, 2005

Dear Josh, Michelle, Elizabeth and Maya: Our deepest sympathy. Sue was a great example of strength and perseverance throughout her trying times. We will miss her dearly, as we did Amy.

All our love to you and family,

Vivian and Sylvia Jordan

Ron and Lesley Snizek

June 11, 2005

Sue - we will miss you. But you may rest in peace now.

Love, Ron and Lesley

Tee & Nic & Nicki Sorrentino

June 11, 2005

Dear Josh, Michelle & Girls,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sue was a very special woman, who touched many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nic, Tee & Nicki Sorrentino

Frank Carmelitano

June 11, 2005

Dear Josh and Michelle

I am so sorry for your loss. Peace be with you.

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