Florence "Flo" Sussell, 1939-2026

Florence "Flo" Sussell passed away Sept. 13, 2026 at 86.Flo was born Oct. 27, 1939 to Harvey and Rose Crause in Pittsburg, Calif., and grew up in Antioch, later moving to southern California.In 1962 she married Jay Sussell, and together they raised two children in Long Beach. Flo's passion was painting and drawing. Many of her works were displayed and sold in local galleries.In 1985, Flo and her husband built and moved to their dream home in Tehachapi. She was a secretary of the Horseman's Association in Bear Valley Springs, a member of the Buckaroos, a member of Tehachapi Loop Railroad Club, and a member of Tehachapi Art Association.After Jay passed, she moved to a private community in Lancaster.Flo is survived by two daughters, Martiese "Marti" Tipton and Jaydene Brunson; two grandchildren, Matthew Herbage and Stephanie Desist; a great-granddaughter, Zoey; and sister, Jeanette Bergman.Memorial services will be held at Central Christian Church, 3131 W.

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