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Sylvia Pirhalla Obituary
Apr. 26, 1935 - Feb. 4, 2016
Sylvia Pirhalla of Sarasota, FL, died on Feb. 4, 2016.
Formerly of Gaithersburg, MD and Blue Ridge Summit, PA. Pre-deceased by parents, E. Russell and Alice Gloyd, son Jeffrey W. Burdette, and husband, Ferdinand F. Pirhalla. Survived by daughters, Deborah Kay Bryant (Brit), Jill Greenberg (Robert), Lori Midtbo (Ken), Teresa Weber, Jacqueline Heidger, Karen Burdette (Dan Dedeo); step-children Martin Pirhalla, Susan McKee, Frank Pirhalla; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice.
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Linda Batchelder
December 12, 2024
I had the great pleasure of working with Sylvia at Montgomery County Government for quite a few years. She was a very kind, sweet and fun loving person who was simply a joy to be around. My sincere condolences to her familyon her passing.
Jo and Buddy Kinsey
February 14, 2016
My dear friend has become God's special angel. Love and prayers to her wonderful girls and their families. Rest in peace, old friend.
Melissa Ankers
February 10, 2016
Sylvia, much to her chagrin, was like a second mother to me. I have been best friends with Karen (her youngest) for 40 years. I eventually grew on her over the years, when she realized that I was here to stay. I have many great memories of her and the family. Sending hugs and love to all!
Tommy Hershey
February 10, 2016
May you rest in peace Sylvia.
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