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Budd lake - William C. Sturm died on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at his home. He was 82. Born in Hackensack, he lived in Budd Lake since 1951.
Mr. Sturm was a chemistry teacher at Dover High School for 35 years prior to retiring. He was also a local historian and an artist, with many of his works on display throughout New Jersey.
He was a member of the Portrait Society of America, the Salmagundi Club of NY, NY, the American Society of Aviation Artists and the Society of Illustrators of NY, NY. Mr. Sturm also served as a member of the Board of Trustees of Stanhope Union Cemetery for many years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Catherine "Kitty"; four sons: William (& Cindy), Charles "Chip", Alfred (& Bonnie) and James (& Susan) Sturm; two sisters: Diane Gillin of New York, NY and Phoebe Sturm of Plattsburgh, NY; eleven grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter.
Funeral services will begin on Friday, May 4 at 10:00 AM from the Morgan Funeral Home, 31 Main St, Netcong to a funeral Mass at St. Jude Thaddeus Church, 17 Mt. Olive Rd, Budd Lake. Interment will follow at Stanhope Union Cemetery. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday from 3:00-7:00PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Sturm's name to: Several Sources Shelters, which provides shelter for mothers and their babies (severalsources.org).
Condolence messages may be sent to: NetcongFuneral.com
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howard jones
March 10, 2019
I just heard, in March 2019 that he passed away. Bill was a good friend of my fathers' and my family. When he appeared at the service in the Stanhope Cemetery, when my Dad passed away, He had some nice stories to tell about his growing up with my Dad. His art work will live on forever with his great spirit.
We'll miss you Bill
Howard Jones
Budd Lake
Donna smith
August 19, 2018
Bill & I taught together at Dover HS. Our family owns several of his paintings - Flanders Valley Golf Course, Halloween Night in Hacketstown & Bertram Island Amusement Park. He was a very talented artist & teacher. We now live in Charleston SC, but return to Vernon NJ in August to visit our children. I was so happy to attend St Francis de Sales Church in Vernon on August 19, 2018 & hear Bill's name mentioned in the mass intentions. Thank you to Joanne LoPiccolo.
Nancy Friedman
May 20, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a genuine and lovely man, and talented artist. A long-time customer of my Aunt and Uncle, I met him when I took over the art supply business. Always upbeat, engaged and in-the-moment, I enjoyed his visits for brushes, where I heard about his adored wife, Kitty, and his family he was so proud of. I was impressed by how giving he was of his time. I will miss him and my dog Apple (who he lavished with treats and attention) will miss him too. May his memory be a blessing for you all.
Ben Fassett
May 7, 2018
As a short term neighbor I only knew Bill for a couple of years. He was impressive with his love of birds, painting, gardening and friendliness. His passing caught me by surprise. I can see he was even more accomplished than I realized. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.
Bob and Chris Ferraro
May 6, 2018
We are lucky to have had known Bill, and to have him paint for us was a bonus. Loved his enthusiasm, his stories, and the twinkle in his eye. Our condolences to Kitty and the family. God must've needed someone to paint Heaven.
Kathi (Donoghue) Drew
May 3, 2018
Al/Bonnie and family:
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
May 3, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Judy Spinola
May 2, 2018
When my dad retired as Denville School Superintendent in 1986, the Board of Education hired Mr.Sturm to paint his portrait.Mom and I traveled with Dad to a quaint studio in Budd Lake more than once. Mr.Sturm and his wife were always gracious to us and made Dad feel comfortable.The portrait was a masterpiece , showcasing Mr. Sturm's talent. Today it still hangs in Valleyview Middle School's media center in Denville as an eternal memory of my dad, thanks to Mr.Sturm.
Joe Veghte
May 2, 2018
I feel I know him more from his art work hanging on the walls of the pro-shop at Fairway Valley. The more I look at his work, the more I am impressed with what I see. The few times we spoke at the golf course were few. Yet each time I walked away feeling I had just talked with a very kind, considerate person. My sympathies are with his loved one now.
Pat Pinto
May 2, 2018
Dear Kitty and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to all the Sturm family. Bill, was truly a "renaissance man". A chemistry teacher, football coach and artist. He was a wonderful husband, father and practicing Catholic. He will fondly be remembered.
Sincerely,
Pat and Carrie Pinto
Pam Sawyer-Karkovice
May 2, 2018
His art always made me smile.
May 2, 2018
sgt. ernie powers will miss you bill and your uscg paintings
Danny Kubert
May 1, 2018
It was due to Mr. Sturm that I enjoyed chemistry and went on to become a pharmacist. He was a great guy!
May 1, 2018
Bill was a very good teacher and football coach, I am very sorry for your loss, may God lead him to heaven. Pat Luciano
Carol Dunster
May 1, 2018
Mr. Sturm was a great teacher. I had the pleasure
of being one of his many students. Thank you, Mr.Sturm for all the science you taught me. Rest in Peace.
Heather Abbott
April 30, 2018
Lots of love from the Abbott Family
Karen Pensack
April 30, 2018
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of your father my condolences to all of your family may your heart be filled with memories to get you through this difficult time my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. With sympathy Karen Dalrymple Pensack
Tom Austin
April 30, 2018
Bill was a friend in the truest sense, he was a coach who would bring out the best in a person, I know that first hand. I will miss him dearly. He brought so much to the table by sharing his friendship with me.
Walter Lata
April 30, 2018
He was a good man
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