Suzanne Marie (Connell) Bible

Susie has gone on to her biggest adventure. She is now spending time with our Lord after passing peacefully in her home. Susie spent almost her entire life in Gilroy, CA after being born in Florida to Larry and Sally Connell. She loved spending time with her family. Even though most of her children and grandchildren lived out of the area, she loved seeing them when she could. Susie admired the community of Gilroy and all that it offered. She established lifelong friendships and great memories in Gilroy. Susie was very into volunteering whenever she could, giving a helping hand whenever asked. She loved giving her time at the Gilroy Garlic Festival, only missing one year since its beginning. Susie was also involved with many community organizations including the Rotary Club of Gilroy and the Gavilan College Foundation. One of her biggest things in life was to travel. She had an awesome time exploring the world with her husband, family and friends.

Susie is survived by her parents, Laurence (Larry) and Sara (Sally) Connell; her husband, Dirk Bible; and her four children, Charlie Minyard, Jessica Loud, Colton Minyard (Erica) and Collin Minyard; and four stepchildren, Danielle Bennet (Joey), Tyler Idland, Dirk StBible (Trey), Dallas Bible; and her 12 grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Kevin Connell; sister, Darcey Connell and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial will be held at Gilroy Presbyterian Church on June 6, 2026, at 11am.

Celebration of Life will be held at Bay Bar and Grill in Capitola on July 13, 2026 at approximately 1pm.

Published in Gilroy Dispatch · May 19, 2026