Susan Miley, 67

October 03, 2025

Susan Miley, 67, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on March 16, 1958, in Springfield, IL, she was the daughter of the late Wayne and Gladys Bumgardner.

Susan graduated from Tri-City High School in Buffalo, IL. After graduating, she proudly served in the United States Army from 1976 to 1980 as a member of the Military Police. While serving, she earned commendations for her skills in marksmanship and sharpshooting. In her professional life, Susan worked several years as a caregiver until her retirement.

She was known for her kindness and ever-optimistic outlook. Susan had a sassy sense of humor that made friends and family laugh. She devoted herself to her family, always putting her children first. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed feeding those around her. She served many years as a youth club cook for the Lancaster Church of the Brethren, where she was a member for more than three decades.

Susan is survived by her son, Bryan Miley (Lisa); her daughter, Jacqueline Edelbaum (Brian); her beloved grandchildren, Ruby and Mariah; and great-grandchildren, Lailani and Vivienne. She is also survived by her siblings, Richard Bumgardner, Patricia Smith (Dee), Lisa Harms (Kenny), and Ray Bumgardner.

A service to celebrate Susan’s life will be held on Friday, October 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with a visitation for friends and family starting at 2:00 PM at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Lititz Pike.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.