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Everett Erb Jr.

Everett Erb Obituary

Everett Erb Jr. CHARLOTTE - Everett Edward Erb Jr., of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Dec. 19, 2013. He was born Sept. 2, 1924, the only child of Mr. Everett Edward Erb Sr. and Mrs. Frances Forman Erb of Spencer, NC. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Ellen Furr Erb. Mr. Erb is survived by his two sons and their wives, Everett E. Erb III and his wife Claire and Max D. Erb and his wife Amy. In addition he is survived by his two grandsons, Terry E. Erb and wife Wini, their four children, and grandson Robert J. Erb. Mr. Erb was a WWII veteran. His service included 3-1/2 years in the Navy's submarine service in the South Pacific on board the USS Ronquil. During this service period he was awarded the Silver Star. After the war he was employed in Life Insurance sales and management, retiring from USF & G. During his retirement he and his wife lived in Wilmington NC where he enjoyed his favorite sport, surf fishing. Mr. and Mrs. Erb returned to Charlotte in 1997. Mr. Erb was a member of United States Submarines Veterans, Inc. Carolina Piedmont Base, where he was affectionately known as "Pop Pop." There will be a grave side service at Sharon Memorial Park, Charlotte on 12/23/2013 at 2:30 pm. Casual dress is suggested. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials be given to the Wounded Warriors Project and the USO.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Dec. 22, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Everett Erb

16 Entries

George & Kathy Devereux

May 20, 2014

We just learned of Ed's passing. We first met Ed when he stopped by our house 4 years ago for a yard sale. We saw him often walking Stanley in Sardis Cove, but started missing him in the late Fall. Ed was a fine and gentle man. He sure loved Stanley and it showed in the pride he took in him. The entire Erb family has been through so much in the past few years and we have thought of them and prayed for them often. Our son and their's were good friends at East. We are saddened at losing Ed Sr., but know he is with his beloved wife of whom he spoke often. We are very happy to hear that Stanley is now residing with some new friends of ours the Majasko's.

Carolyn Matjasko

April 28, 2014

Since this page was just made known to me, I will now leave a message for Ed and his family. My husband John and I met Ed and Stanley at Sardis Cove while cutting through on our bikes. We hit it off instantly, and remained good friends and dining companions for almost a year. It was cut terribly short with his passing. We love Ed dearly. So much in fact that we now have his beloved and terrific companion, Stanley. What a wonderful thing it is to love him and think of Ed and Ellen on a regular basis, knowing they are watching over us all. But, Ed missed Ellen so very much. So, we are consoled by knowing they are together. Stanley is a true blessing. We love you Ed and will miss you with all of our heart! John & Carolyn Matjasko, Blondie and Miss Kitty

Chris Gay

February 15, 2014

I loved Ed and Ellen. My dad, Joe Edwards, managed the USF & G Charlotte branch and he and Ed were dear friends. My dad could not drive a nail in a wall so he also admired and was so grateful for all of Ed's many talents. Ellen was a sweetheart and they were good to my brothers and me in our childhood years. We, too have lost our parents since 2010. Our love and fond memories to the family. You meant the world to them.

Andrew Brown

December 25, 2013

Condolences to the Erb family on the loss of Ed. He was a great man and a true hero. He will be missed.

Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch.

jack/carol jeffries

December 25, 2013

Erb family, i wish i could convey the feelings i had for Ed, he was a true hero and friend that i will never forget.jack jeffries

Rick Petitt

December 25, 2013

I will miss you Ed, my dear friend. But I will think of you often. Never will I forget coming to your home and trying to get your email to work for you. Our lunches together were so much fun. Torturing waitresses was surely the best. You enjoyed your friends and we will miss your laughter and unique sense of humor. I am sure you are with your beloved wife right now. You spoke of her every time we got together. I only wish I had more time to be with you and keep you company. All in due time I suppose. God bless you and your wonderful family. Your friend and comrade. Rick

Al Westberry

December 24, 2013

A true bubblehead hero of WWII. Eternal peace fellow brother of the phin.

December 24, 2013

We are all saddened by the loss of Mr. Erb at Compassionate Care Veterinary Hospital. We will miss seeing him and Stanley. Our thoughts are with his family.

Kathy McNally

December 24, 2013

Thank You to The USSVI for a beautiful Memorial Service for my friend and neighbor, who will be missed here at Sardis Cove.
A few months ago, Ed brought me his beautiful book on the big rivers of NC. He said he couldn't think of anyone else he would rather give it to. He knew he was dying, I did not. I showed him which rivers I had kayaked and he said he wanted me to paddle on every one of them in the book !
I will paddle the NC rivers for Ed...until we meet again ! in Paradise.

John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.

linda daniel

December 23, 2013

Ed's presence in Sardis Cove will be greatly missed. He was one of a kind.

December 23, 2013

To the family of Everett Erb Jr. Sorry for the loss of your loved one Happy are those who mourn, since they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4

December 23, 2013

As a former neighbor of your son and his family on Winterset Drive and an eight year veteran of our U.S. Navy Submarine Service .Sailor rest your oars. Thomas E. O'Neal ETR-2 (SS)

December 23, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Please find peace and comfort in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7.

Chaplain Ray Fritz

December 22, 2013

On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), we offer our sincere condolences to Ed III and Max and all of Ed, Jr.'s family and friends as you mourn his passing. May God whisper peace into your hearts, comfort, and heal them. We are grateful for your Pop Pop's courageous service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service during WWII on the USS Ronquil SS-396. He was a Plankowner on the Ronquil and made five (5) War Patrols on her. We are also thankful that he was a member of the Carolina Piedmont Base, USSVI. To our “Brother of the Dolphin” we say … "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."

Everett Edward Erb, Jr., TM1(SS), US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Rev. Ray Fritz, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.

Debbie Stegall

December 22, 2013

Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I worked with Ed at USF&G. He was one of the nicest people I have ever met.

Katie Flynn

December 22, 2013

So sorry to hear about Ed. He will be missed at Sardis Cove. Loved seeing him walk his little dog and the wonderful emails that he sent. God bless you all.

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