Alverda Elizabeth Kerchner

Alverda Elizabeth Kerchner obituary, MONROEVILLE, PA

Alverda Elizabeth Kerchner

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Alverda Kerchner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Soxman Funeral Homes. Ltd. /Roth Chapel on Mar. 4, 2026.
Kerchner

Alverda E. (Sembower)

Age 88, of Plum, on Monday, March 2, 2026. Loving wife of the late Richard Kerchner; loving mother of Terri Armata, David (Laurie) Kerchner, Paul Kerchner, Bill (Madalyn) Kerchner, and the late Richard A. Kerchner and James Kerchner; Mother in law of Cathy Kerchner; grandmother of Lauren, Ken, Erin, Alyssa, Amy, Megan, Renee, Tiffany and James; great grandmother of Audrina, Teddy, Cali, Skyler, Camdyn, Paitynn, Sadie, Angela, and Frankie; also survived by nieces and nephews. Shy and soft-spoken, she was a gentle soul who preferred life's quiet moments. She needed little to occupy her time, finding contentment in keeping a tidy home that was warm and welcoming, tending to daily routines, and cooking for those she loved. Her life was marked by quiet faith, simple comforts, and a peaceful presence that will be deeply missed. Friends received, Sunday, 2-6pm at Soxman Funeral Homes, Ltd./Roth Chapel, 7450 Saltsburg Road, Pgh, PA 15235, where service will be held, Monday, 11:00am. Interment in Restland Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, and to honor Alverda's love for animals, memorial contributions encouraged to animal charity of your choice.

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2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Soxman Funeral Homes, Ltd./Roth Chapel

7450 Saltsburg Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

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Mar

9

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11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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7450 Saltsburg Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

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