WOOSTER William Lee Bill Sturm, 74, of Wooster passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at Smithville Western Care Center.
He was born, June 29, 1944 in Martins Ferry, the son of William C. and Mary Camp Sturm. He married Rose Marie Susie Grear on September 19, 1964. She survives.
He had worked for Jerry Baker Construction and Weaver Commercial Construction. Bill was a member of the Moreland United Methodist Church and he enjoyed woodworking and making furniture for his family, camping and playing with his grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to his wife is a daughter, Penny (Eric) Taylor of Naples, Florida; a daughter-in-law, Tisha (Dick) Gill of Gallatin, Tennessee; grandchildren, Grace Taylor, Jack Taylor, Shelby Sturm, Jennah Sturm and Madellee Sturm, a sister, Donna Beam of Wooster and numerous nieces and nephews. Also surviving is his beloved puppy, Paige.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Jeff Sturm.
Friends will be received Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 6-8:00 p.m. at the McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 26, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Tom Fish officiating. Burial will follow in the Moreland Cemetery.
Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Moreland United Methodist Church, 138 E. Moreland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
Memorial Contributions
Moreland United Methodist Church, 138 E. Moreland Rd., Wooster, OH 44691
Service
Friday, April 26, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home
Visitation
Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 6-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home
Susie and family, Donna and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. Hold your precious memories close to your heart. Love and prayers Harry and Connie
Rose and Family- So saddened to learn of Bill’s passing. You and your whole family are held in prayer and love. God Bless You All. Karen C.
Susie , Donna & Family , we are so so sorry about the passing of Bill ,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time ♥️♥️
Donna and family: Prayers and sympathy to all of you. I’m so sorry.
Donna: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry.
Susie, Penny, and family, we are so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing.
You are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time.
Penny, Our heart goes out to you and your family. We wish you condolences and comfort. Most of all we wish you the love in your heart and wonderful memories.