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Virginia Sterling Obituary

Virginia Marie (nee Callahan) Sterling 93, of Berwyn, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 29, 2013. Virginia was the beloved wife of the late Con F. Sterling, Sr. and daughter of Frank and Mary (nee Moran) Callahan of Fort Wayne, IN. Virginia, who was affectionately known as "Ginny" by her friends, was a sports enthusiast who loved to play tennis and could engage anyone in a conversation about the Eagles, 76er's and Phillies. She was a special mother in so many ways and a perfect sports mom to raise four boys. She was a teacher by education and used her talent to make everyone she met a better person through her unselfish acts of kindness and generosity. She also committed her time to various charitable organizations over the years. Her warm smile and comforting words will always be remembered by her family and friends. She is survived by 4 Children: Mike (Susan), Con (Susan), Stephen (Rosemarie) and Tim (Kira); 8 grandchildren & 14 great grandchildren. Also surviving are 4 siblings: Mary Dohn, Dorothy Heiny, Margaret Higginbotham & Helen Shank. Relatives and friends attneded Sat. March 9, 2013 from 9:30-10:20AM at Saint Norbert Church: 50 Leopard Rd. Paoli, PA. A Memorial Mass celebrating Virginia's life was held 10:30AM. The burial will take place in Fort Wayne, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Virginia's honor to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are with Alleva Funeral Home, Inc.

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Published by Main Line Media News from Mar. 3 to Mar. 10, 2013.

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Dohn Family

March 9, 2013

Our family sends our deepest condolences to the entire Sterling family. We will greatly miss Ginny, who was a shining example of the terrific Callahan girls! She will always be in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.

Mary, Frank, Joe and Mary Ann

Sandra Smith

March 4, 2013

Please accept my deepest sympathies for the loss of Virginia, she will be greatly missed. She was blessed to have the "extra strength" to live a very long life as the Psalmist said at Psalms 90:10. May you keep your memories of him always in your heart as you seek the comfort and peace that comes from God at this time of sorrow.

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