Edwin Louis Stern Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Edwin “Eddie” Louis Stern, 74, passed unexpectedly on May 11, 2018 at Winchester Medical Center. Eddie was born December 15, 1943 in Winchester, VA, the son of the late Jack and Pearl Stern. A graduate of John Handley High school, he was a member of the varsity football team. He began his career as a highway inspector for the Virginia Department of Transportation. Eddie joined his father to run the family business, Bells Clothes, located in Front Royal, VA in 1970. He was an active member of the Front Royal Chamber of Commerce. Eddie successfully ran Bells Clothes until he sold ‘the shop’ in early 1990s. Eddie and Cindi managed Rudolph Properties until their retirement. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed attending all sporting events for his sons and his grandchildren and rooting for the Washington Redskins. While living in Williamsburg, VA, Eddie volunteered at the local food bank, clothes closet and providing rides for medical patients. As a member of the Winchester Conservation Club, Eddie enjoyed target shooting with his sons. Eddie is survived by his wife of 32 years, Cindi Rudolph Stern, of Stephens City, VA. His three sons; David Stern and wife Patricia and grandson David Michael of Stephens City VA, Jeffrey Stern and wife Elizabeth and grandson Conner of Strasburg, VA and Marcus Stern and wife Josie and grandchildren Ethan, Quentin and step-grandchildren Jessica Davidson, Josh Davidson, Katlyn Davidson of Middletown VA, his brother, Jerome Stern and wife Marjory, niece Stephanie Stern Wienbrecht, and nephew Michael Stern, and three nieces Manda Rudolph, Alyssa Sacora, and Staci Hurst. In lieu of flowers, please bring happy memories, stories to share and join us for a celebration of Eddie’s life on Wednesday, May 16 at 1:00 PM at the Shenandoah Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Arrangements are by Phelps Funeral & Cremation Service, Winchester.

Edwin Louis Stern

December 15, 1943 - May 11, 2018