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Charlotte Elizabeth Hoyer Zerfoss

1938 - 2013

Charlotte Elizabeth Hoyer Zerfoss obituary, 1938-2013, Simpsonville, SC

BORN

1938

DIED

2013

Charlotte Zerfoss Obituary

Charlotte Ellizabeth Hoyer Zerfoss

Simpsonville

Charlotte Elizabeth Hoyer Zerfoss, of Simpsonville, South Carolina passed away on January 26, 2013.

Charlotte Zerfoss was born on June 19, 1938 in Shamokin, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Robert Bevan Hoyer and Mary Reed Hoyer. Her family moved to North Carolina in 1951, and she graduated from Hendersonville High School (NC) in 1957. She married Robert Williamson Zerfoss of Hendersonville in 1959.

Mrs. Zerfoss was a teacher's aide for 29 years. Her patience, talent and love were appreciated by students and teachers alike.

Since 1968, Charlotte was an active member at Mauldin United Methodist Church. She was involved with teaching Sunday school, sports, Bible studies and served on numerous committees. One of her favorite church events was attending her Martha Circle. As a member of the Martha Circle, Charlotte formed lifelong friends whom she loved like sisters.

She was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed all types of handiworks. She absolutely loved gardening. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family…especially her grandkids. Everybody who knew Charlotte witnessed her joyous spirit and smile.

Charlotte is survived by her husband of 53 years; daughters, Marsha Zerfoss Ferrell (Phil) of Simpsonville, SC and Judy Zerfoss Verhoeven (Eric) of Greenville, SC; three grandchildren, Sadie Ferrell and Abby Ferrell of Simpsonville and Aaron Verhoeven of Greenville. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Hoyer of Winchester, Virginia; and her aunts Dorothy Noll of Port Charlotte, Florida and Natalie Ritchey of Martinsburg, Pennsylvania.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to: International Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia Foundation at IWMF Business Office 6144 Clark Center Ave. Sarasota, FL 34238 or Cancer Center of the Carolinas at 65 International Drive, Greenville, SC 29615 or Mauldin United Methodist Church at 100 East Butler Road, Mauldin, SC 29662.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. at Mauldin United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends at 4:00 p.m. in the sonroom of the church.

Published by The Greenville News on Jan. 29, 2013.
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Charlotte was a dear friend of HHS grads for so many years. We miss her and the qualities that made our lives better.

Michael Sinclair

School

January 23, 2024

I shall always remember Charlotte as a great lady who enriched the lives of all who knew her. She and Bob were a wonderful couple.

Michael Sinclair

Friend

January 23, 2021

Bob and family
I just happened to see where Charlotte passed away. We had some wonderful times way back in Hendersonville and I know you will miss her. She was a lovely friend and help to Frank and I. Jeannine Taylor

August 17, 2013

BOB, OUR SINCEREST SYMPATHY. WE HAVE VERY PLEASANT MEMORIES OF YOU AND CHARLOTTE.

BUDDY & BOBBIE BLAKELY

February 18, 2013

Bob
So sorry for your loss. Charlotte was a wonderful lady.We were neighbor on Crrystal Drive. She will be missed by all who knew this fine lady.

February 10, 2013

Dear Zerfoss family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll always remember her laughing...she really lived well, and lives on in you and the beautiful memories. All of the Pope family sends our love.

Nancy Pope

January 30, 2013

Charlotte Zerfoss and I worked together at East Gantt Elem.for many years. She was a woman of substance. She was always helpful, encouraging, and so dedicated to the students at East Gantt. Rest in peace my friend.

JoEtta Gantt

January 30, 2013

Bob Z, Judy and Marsha, and Bob H - Charlotte was a special person - kind, loving, forgiving, and joyful. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May the many wonderful memories you have as a family give you great comfort. I know she will be missed so very much.

Denise Tanguay

January 30, 2013

We will miss that cheerful hello from over the fence, that twinkle in her eye when she'd talk to you, her infectious laugh, and the heartfelt love she gave to all. She was always so happy to share "gifts" from her yard with us. She'd come over pulling that wagon full of plants she'd just dug up. She loved her yard and could make anything grow. We feel so fortunate to have had Charlotte in our lives. She touched so many with her kindness. She was a fighter and never let anything get her down. Her family was everything and she was always proud of you all. We will treasure the times we spent together and look forward to knowing she will always be with us in spirit. Charlotte will shine bright in heaven as she did here on earth. Our hearts go out to all of you.

Jack, Sunny and Lucy

January 30, 2013

Bob,
So sorry to learn of Charlotte's passing. Please stay in contact with your HHS classmates and friends.

Bill Puette

January 29, 2013

Charlotte and I were in the same high school class. I have and always shall remember her smiling -- I can't remember a time when she wasn't. She and Bob were such a wonderful couple. I'll always remember her with love and respect.

Michael Sinclair

January 29, 2013

What a lovely lady, who had an infectious laugh. Charlotte was such a big help to me when we were at East Gantt together. I especially recall that she enjoyed coloring, back in the day you had to do this for bulletin boards(!,and I didn't like to color! God bless her.

January 29, 2013

Dear Family,
I will miss your Mother so much, especially having her sit behind me every Sunday morning so we could catch up on the latest happenings. She was such an inspiration for me and how she handled her cancer fight so valiantly.

Sara Davis

January 29, 2013

Holding dear to the memories of a most gracious, kind and loving lady who made so very many young children happy as they worked with "The Letter Lady!" Charlotte was my rock for many, many years. I know she never looked back, only forward in life. A beautiful soul has left this place only to become an angel among the stars. Love and peace to Bob, Marsha, Judy, and all the others who were Charlotte's world. May God hold you all in the palm of His hand.

Sheila Miller

January 29, 2013

Ms Zerfoss will surely be missed. It was such an honor to get to know Mr and Mrs Zerfoss on a more personal level at the Cancer Centers. Marsha, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom has certainly left her imprint on everyone she has ever been around. I love you all and care for you and your family. Charlotte you have been an inspiration to us all!

Mary Leesa (McKee) Ballard

January 29, 2013

Bob, Marsha, Judy and Family, I will always have fond memories of all of us vacationing together. Even though it has been a long time since we have spent any time as a family, I will miss Charlotte and that wonderful laugh of hers.

Debbie Zywotek

January 29, 2013

Charlotte's beautiful smile and joyous spirit will be with us always. Love, Julia V. Sermons, East Gantt Elem.

January 29, 2013

Judy, so sorry to hear of your mothers passing, I know you will miss her terribly. Your family is in our prayers.

julia garrett

January 29, 2013

Special memories of you I will forever hold close to my heart. Look for Ronnie and wait for me.

Elaine Kahley

January 28, 2013

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