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Erva Berchdorf Obituary

Erva Marie Berchdorf, 87, of Maurertown, widow of Charles F. Berchdorf died Monday, January 20, 2014.

Services will be private.

Mrs. Berchdorf was born in Shenandoah County, Virginia on October 24, 1926. She was the daughter of James F. and Nellie S. White Weatherholtz.

She was employed by Aileen and later Rite Aide.

Mrs. Berchdorf was preceded in death by two brothers, Calvin and Dail Weatherholtz.

She is survived by two brothers, Charles D. Weatherholtz of Mt. Jackson and Landon L. Weatherholtz of Quicksburg; a sister, Beatrice Funkhouser of New Market; two nieces, Carolyn Abbott and Kim Burner and a nephew, Kevin Weatherholtz.

Valley Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

Thoughts, concerns and remembrances to: www.valleyfs.com

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Published by Northern Virginia Daily on Jan. 21, 2014.
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Psalms 55:22 can be a real source of comfort during this tough time. Sorry to hear of your loss.

January 24, 2014

Condolences to the family of Erva. She was such a dear sweet lady, and will be remembered in our hearts!

Abbe and Bubba Kennedy

January 24, 2014

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

JOAN RUSH

January 24, 2014

I had only met Erva two years ago but she made a huge impact on me and my life. She was a dear, dear person. Her faith was very strong and she definitely shined a light in my life. She will be truly missed. I can honestly say that I love and will definitely miss her. May she rest in peace.

Beckie Carter

January 23, 2014

I was very sorry to learn of Erva's passing. I worked at Aileen in Woodstock with her before moving from the area. We stayed in touch over the years. She was a very sweet and kind lady. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

CD & Pam Stickley

January 23, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dottie & Elton Riffee

January 22, 2014

My condolances to the family of Erva. She was a good friend of my mother, Polly Hamman and they had some fun times working together and otherwise too, she was also a friend of mine too and we had fund times also. She was a very special lady to our family..her Christian, fun loving spirit will be missed...Kay Hamman and family

January 22, 2014

The loss of this very special lady leaves quite a void. I did not know Erva until 1992 when I learned through my genealogy research that we were 3rd cousins through our maternal family line. Since then we bonded and shared our daily lives. I will miss the phone calls, visits, and shopping trips; most of all, I will miss my dear cousin and friend. She lived her faith and I am blessed to have had her in my life. God bless.

Ruth Reedy

January 22, 2014

My very deepest sympathy to your family. I have so many good memories in the past with our visits, Sunday drives and being such a great friend to Everett and my daughters. Will miss your smile! R.I.P.

Beverly Jett

January 22, 2014

So sorry I can't be there with the family today and so sorry to hear about the accident. Was so glad to see and talk to Erva two years ago at the family reunion. Didn't see her often,but was still family which I treasurer. Love and prayers to all of you.

Shirley Weatherholtz Raines

January 22, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to Erva's family. She was such a kind and gentle person and I considered her one of my true friends. The Kola class of St Paul's will miss her dearly. God has bless us by allowing us to know her. I am sure she is with Our God the Father right now.

Janet Sibert

January 22, 2014

Craig

January 21, 2014

We are so sorry for the loss o f someone so special
I worked with erva at rite aid.
When I transferred to Stephens city,
She gave me a Hindu rope plant,which
I still have.
That was in 1999.
She will be missed.
Our love to the family.
Joe and Wanda Darr

January 21, 2014

In memory of my dear aunt who gave so much of herself to family and friends. Through the good times and the bad, she always had a smile and a very positive attitude. She will be greatly missed by many.

Carolyn F. Abbott

January 21, 2014

Erva was such a sweet, kind x-co-worker at Aileen in Woodstock. She always had such a pleasant smile. Her accident was such a shame. RIP

Jerry Stinson

January 21, 2014

I love you and miss you Miss Erva.

Debra Fabry

January 21, 2014

So very sorry for your loss I worked with this very special lady at RiteAid for many of years and can tell you , you will never meet a harder worker in your life. I came to think of her as a second mom and loved her dearly. I will miss her so!

Debra Fabry

January 21, 2014

so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort. God bless.

tammy north

January 21, 2014

Erva was our tenant for over 22 years and was the answer to a landlord's prayers. We enjoyed knowing both her and Chuck and she will be sorely missed.

Carrie and Jerry Talley

January 21, 2014

Erva was such an important part of the St. Paul's family. She will be dearly missed. Our sincerest sympathy to the family.

Anne Holland

January 21, 2014

Our deepest sympathies to the family. We feel such shock and sorrow at Erva's passing. Our traditional Sunday morning hug before the church service will be missed. Jim & Meg Trott

January 21, 2014

Erva was a dear, sweet lady who was so concerned for others. She always wrote cards and notes and reached out to those in need of prayer or healing. I always looked forward to seeing her smiling face in church each Sunday. I will miss her greatly. I'm so very sorry for your loss and I am praying for your family.

Alberta Smith

January 21, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dennis & Karla Thomas

January 21, 2014

Sorry for your loss. I worked with Evra at Aileen and she was a very friendly and nice person. I also would see her at Rite Aid and always took time to be friendly. She will always be remembered and her pretty smile.

Donna Pence

January 21, 2014

So sorry for you loss. Erva was such a sweet lady with a smile on her face everytime I came in contact with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. The DiNardo family.

January 21, 2014

So sorry for your loss, she was such a sweet lady, only knew her for a short time but was glad to call her my friend.

Carolyn Foyle

January 21, 2014

I have so many fond memories of Evra growing up. She was a wonderful friend of my parents and I always enjoyed spending time with her. She always had the best snacks when I visited her. The first time I ever had wink soda was with her and I thought it was the best drink ever. She will be greatly missed. May god give you peace and comfort.

Tammy Jett Andes

January 21, 2014

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