George Adam Erhardt Jr.

Mr. George Adam Erhardt Jr. went to be with our Lord at the age of 82 on March 24, 2023, in Forest Grove, Oregon, after a courageous fight with Alzheimer's disease. His memorial service will be held at the Firlawn Memorial Park + Funeral on April 6, with viewing from 9-11, the funeral from 11-12, and the reception from 12-2. He is survived by Myrna Erhardt, his wife of 61 years. His legacy lives on in his beloved children - Betty Winston, Debbie Sullivan, and Tom Erhardt, and his children-in-law - David Sullivan, Teresa Erhardt, and David Winston, along with his nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son, Gregory Erhardt.

George was born on May 31, 1940, in Portland, Oregon. He completed his education at Central Catholic High School, after which he worked at Ames Harris. He then worked for the Rudie Wilhelm Warehouse Company before retiring in 2000 after 44 years of service. He was a lifelong resident of Oregon and a devout Christian.

George was a gentle, loving man - a truly unique soul who touched and shaped so many lives. He enjoyed photography, capturing and saving many beloved memories within thousands of pictures. His green thumb would coax bunches of vibrant flowers, vegetables, and sweet fruit out of simple tilled soil, water, and love. His hands built the house where he raised his children, but his heart is how he made it home. He enjoyed taking care of the birds in his backyard, and almost everyone who knew him has one of his lovingly crafted birdhouses in their yard. He was a fixer, a helper, someone who would support and love those who needed it unconditionally.

In his wake, he has left many cherished memories and broken hearts. Although our hearts are heavy at his passing, the weight is lessened by knowing that he is no longer in pain and that he is with the Lord. One day, we will meet again. Thank you, our beloved brother, father, grandpa, and friend. We love you.

In place of flowers, please donate to the Alzheimer's Association (225 N. Michigan Ave., F1. 17 Chicago, IL, 60601) to help build a future where no more great men and women are taken by this horrendous disease.