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Sherry Kirschner Berz

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Sherry Berz Obituary

February 3, 1951
March 6, 2025

Sherry Kirschner Berz died at the age of 74 from complications following a stroke. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, David; her sons Douglas and Alexander; her sister, Marilyn Kirschner (Charles Weintraub); her brother- and sister-in-law, Neal and Linda Berz, and their children Sarah, Micaela, and Charlie. She was the cherished daughter of the late Herman and Toby Kirschner, who emigrated from Czechoslovakia and Poland respectively, settling in New York in the late 1930s.

A gifted artist, devoted family member, and dedicated community volunteer, Sherry's life was marked by creativity and an enduring commitment to making the world more beautiful.

Born and raised in New York City, Sherry pursued her artistic talent early, attending the High School of Music and Art. She continued this pursuit at the Museum of Modern Art and the Corcoran School in Washington, DC. While studying at the Corcoran she earned her Bachelor and Master of Arts in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the George Washington University, where she was awarded a fellowship for her graduate studies.

Sherry's artwork was featured in numerous exhibitions and galleries throughout the Washington, DC, area, and is included in private collections and in publications. Her passion for art extended beyond her personal work - for over 20 years she was a docent at the Smithsonian Hirshhorn Museum where she shared her love and knowledge of art with countless visitors.

An avid tennis player, golfer, and New York Yankees fan, Sherry was known to prioritize watching major sporting events uninterrupted.

She was dedicated to her synagogue, Washington Hebrew Congregation, where she served on the Arts Committee and participated in the redesign and renovation of the main sanctuary, among other contributions. Sherry's commitment to the her community extended to leadership roles on the board of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (now Breakthrough T1D) and as President of the American Friends of the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Israel.

Her vibrant spirit, artistic talent, and profound love for family, friends, and community will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

The funeral will be held at Washington Hebrew Congregation on Monday, March 10, 2025, with the burial following at the Garden of Remembrance in Clarksburg, MD. Shiva arrangements to be announced. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to: Breakthrough T1D, American Jewish Committee (Trans-Atlantic Institute), The Berz Lech Lecha Fund at the Washington Hebrew Congregation, or a charity of your choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 8, 2025.

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Doug Berz

May 26, 2025

Oh mom, this is eulogy to you. I couldn´t say anything at the funeral because it hurt so much and it still hurts now more than then because I feel like I let you down during your ceremony. Mom you were a light a shining star and my North Star. Now that you are gone a piece of me is gone literally and spiritually. I gave you life 10 years with my kidney donation. And I know you made those years count. All i can say is seeing you there in the sanctuary during the ceremony crushed me and bringing your coffin to the grave destroyed me. Mom i love you and miss you

Dale Davison

April 7, 2025

Sincere condolences to you, Dave.

Connie Simon and Michael Robinson

March 11, 2025

Sending love to the entire family. Sherry was an exceptional and remarkable woman. She made the world a better, more beautiful place. May she rest in eternal peace.
Love,
Connie Simon and Michael Robinson

Terry and Jim Knobloch

March 10, 2025

So sorry David for your loss. Sherry was such an inspiration. Loved having conversations at family gatherings

Jayne Byer

March 8, 2025

I was an Echo Lark counselor and art instructor in the early 70s. I remember Sherry as kind , talented and creative young lady. She was one of my favorites and I am so sorry to hear about this. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Linda and Earl Crown

March 8, 2025

Earl and I are sorry to hear about Sherry passing away . Sending our thoughts ,love, and prayers to all of you. Hoping all the love and beautiful memories of Sherry will comfort you in the hours, days, weeks and years ahead .

Madge Willis-Novel

March 8, 2025

A great loss for all of us who knew Sherry. A beautiful woman who fought like a warrior throughout her illness´ God bless her beautiful soul may she rest in eternal peace.

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