Verna L. Burkholder

VERNA L. BURKHOLDER, 76, of Akron died April 22, 2018 as a result of an auto accident. Born in Columbia, Pa, Verna was a daughter of the late Frank Alverta (Ludwig) Sweigart. She was the long-devoted wife of Arthur Burkholder, married 37-years until his passing in 1996. Verna previously worked at Weiser's Market. She was a volunteer at MRC where she enjoyed making comforters. Verna was a member of Middle Creek Church of the Brethren in Lititz. She also enjoyed playing games with her friends from church. Verna is survived by a daughter, Nancy Kulp (Steve) of Denver; a son, Douglas Burkholder (Barb) of Bridgton, NJ; four granddaughters: Katrina Imhoff, Christina Kulp, Angelica Samantha Burkholder; one great grandson, Aidan; and her twin sister, Vera Petticoffer (Carl). She was predeceased by her siblings, Clyde Sweigart, Fern Martin, Frank Sweigart, Ken Sweigart. A memorial service will be heldSaturday, May 19 at 11 AM at Middle Creek Church of the Brethren, 351 W Middle Creek Rd, Lititz. A visitation will be prior from 10 - 11 AM at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Middle Creek Church of the Brethren Mission Fund: 351 W Middle Creek Rd, Lititz, PA 17543 Visitation 05/19/2018 10:00 AM Middle Creek Church of the Brethren 351 W Middle Creek Rd Lititz PA Memorial Celebration of Life 05/19/2018 11:00 AM Middle Creek Church of the Brethren 351 W Middle Creek Rd Lititz PA