Hurletta Superka

Hurletta” Jane” (Herr) Superka passed away peacefully on January 26, 2017 at Heritage Hall Healthcare and Rehab Center in Leesburg, VA.  She had relocated to VA in January, 2016 to be close to her daughter, Jean.

Born on May 29, 1925, in Boonsboro, MD, she was the wife of the late Charles C. Superka and daughter of the late Veda Pearl (Thomas) Herr and Hurley Herr. In addition to her husband and parents, Jane was preceded in death by 10 older brothers and sisters.

Jane had many interests; gardening, birds, sewing, baking and cooking to name a few. Jane was best known for her Crumb Pie, Chicken Pot Pie and “famous” Cabbage soup.  Her doll collection was her pride and joy. She loved making new acquaintances and friends. She also loved cuddling with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  In her earlier years, she was an active member of the Ladies Elks Lodge # 378 in Hagerstown, MD.

She is survived by 2 daughters, Jean Weitzel of VA, Cheryl Robertson of CA, 4 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.Jane was loved and enjoyed by many. She will be deeply missed.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 2, 2017 from 4pm-6pm at the Bast-Stauffer Funeral Home, 7606 old National Pike in Boonsboro, MD.  A mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on Friday, February 3, 2017 at St. James Catholic Church, 121 N. Main St., Boonsboro, MD  21713 .  Jane will be laid to rest at Boonsboro Cemetery next to her loving husband, Charles.

Memorial donations may be given in her name to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org) 703-359-4440 or Heritage Hall Healthcare and Rehab Centers, 122 Morven Park Road NW, Leesburg, A 20176 (703-777-8700)

Expressions of Sympathy may be made at www.baststaufferfuneralhome.com