Norma J Stortzum's Obituary
Norma J. Stortzum, 82, of Martinsville, IL passed away, Thursday, July 11, 2013 at Union Hospital, Terre Haute, IN. Norma was the daughter of George and Mildred Comer Stortzum. She was born September 10, 1930 in Robinson, IL. Her father owned Stortzum grocery store in Martinsville until his death. Norma worked in her father's store during high school. She graduated from Martinsville High School in 1948. The saying by her high school graduation picture reads:"She is short, she is wise, she's a terror for her size." She went to work for Marathon Oil Company after high school and retired after 34 years. During that time, she lived in Terre Haute, IN, Robinson, IL, Findlay OH, Houston, TX and Tulsa, OK. She loved playing Bridge, and was a member of Women's Champion Bowling Team. Her team traveled all over the United States playing in tournaments. After retirement, she returned to Martinsville to live. Norma was a member of the United Methodist Church in Martinsville, where as a youth, she played the piano and sang in the choir. She was preceded in death by her father, mother, brother Ted and step-father Russell Germain. She leaves cousins, friends, and her beloved cat, Sam. Memorial gifts may be given to Martinsville United Methodist Church, 115 N. Washington St., Martinsville, IL 62442, Martinsville District Library, 120 E. Cumberland, Martinsville, IL 62442 or the charity of the donor's choice. Funeral services for Norma will be Monday, July 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Greenwell Funeral Home, Martinsville, IL with Rev. John Gartelos officiating. Burial will follow at the Ridgelawn Cemetery in Martinsville. Visitation will be Monday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle or post photos, visit www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Greenwell Funeral Home of Martinsville, IL is in charge of the arrangements. SERVICES Visitation Monday, July 15, 2013 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Greenwell Funeral Home, Martinsville, IL , Service Monday, July 15, 2013 11:00 AM Greenwell Funeral Home, Martinsville, IL ,
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