Verda Mae

Briles

Verda Mae Burkhart Briles, age 95 of Plainville, Indiana, peacefully left this world on November 4, 2026, at Woodard Creek Health & Rehab in Olympia, Washington.

Verda was born on February 24, 1931, in Plainville, Indiana, to Everett and Mary (Clark) Burkhart. She married the love of her life, Norman A. Briles, on April 18, 1954, and together they shared many years of marriage and family.

Born and raised in Plainville, Verda spent most of her life in the community she loved and always called home. During her younger years, she worked at the local canning factory and at the Knotty Pine. Together, Verda and Norman were active members of Plainville Christian Church, where they were involved with the church youth group and Bible Bowl program. Although she later moved to Washington to be near family, Plainville always remained home in her heart, and it was her wish to return there.

Verda was a devoted wife, mother, homemaker, and member of Parkview Christian Church. She was also a former member of the Plainville Order of the Eastern Star. Verda will be remembered for her quiet strength, caring nature, and unwavering love for her family.

Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter, Cathy E. Briles of Plainville, Indiana, and her son, Douglas J. (Mary) Briles of Yelm, Washington.

Verda was preceded in death by her parents, Everett and Mary Burkhart, and by her husband, Norman A. Briles.

In keeping with Verda's wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral service. Verda will be laid to rest alongside her husband, Norman, in Plainville Cemetery, returning at last to the community she always called home. A graveside memorial service will be held at the Plainville Cemetery and arrangements are pending.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to the caregivers, friends, and loved ones who provided comfort, kindness, and support during Verda's final days.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Meng Family Funeral Home in Odon. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.mengfuneralhome.com.