Thelma Schuler Berst, 97, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Autumn Care of Cornelius. She was born on October 10, 1926, in Lockport, N.Y, to the late Elmer and Elizabeth Keller Schuler.

Mrs. Berst was a teacher for many years. She was a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church in Cornelius. Mrs. Berst enjoyed dancing, knitting, crocheting, going to the YMCA, and mostly spending time with her family and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Berst; sisters, Helen Townsend, Alice Hammer, and Vira Schuler; and brothers, Sam Schuler, Alton Schuler, and Donnie Schuler.

She is survived by her children, Ron Berst (Donna), James Berst, and Patricia Davidson (Kevin); grandchildren, Greg Berst, Lauren Friel, Samantha Berst (Jeff Glenn), Heather Davidson, Michele Parks (David), and Keith Davidson; great grandchildren, Haleigh Berst, Ellington and Sterling Friel, Violet and River Glenn, Paxton and Caffrey Parks, and Emma Davidson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 13, from 2 to 3 p.m. with a service following at 3 p.m. at the chapel of Cavin-Cook Funeral Home with Elder Buddy Murrow officiating. Burial will be held in North Tonawanda, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to VIA Health Partners, Hospice Division, 7845 Little Ave, Charlotte, NC 28226.

Cavin-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory, Mooresville, is serving the Berst family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.