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Timothy Sturm Obituary

SARASOTA, Fla. - Timothy J. Sturm, 83, of Southside Village in Sarasota, passed away on April 10, 2023, in hospice care, peacefully with family present.
Tim was born in Bradford, Pa., to Frances and Raymond Sturm on January 5, 1940.
Tim is survived by his wife Katherine Lapp Sturm, son Fletcher Sturm (Toni) of New Canaan, Conn.; three granddaughters: Morgan, Avery, and Lauren; brother Terry Sturm of Bradford, Pa.; brother Joe Sturm of Naples, Fla.
Tim is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Margaret Sturm Comilla, and his son Eric Sturm.
A memorial service will be held this summer. Toale Brothers Funeral Home, Sarasota, Florida is handling arrangements.

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Published by The Bradford Era from Apr. 13 to Apr. 20, 2023.

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Dave Keyte

April 18, 2023

Rest well my friend. It was a good ride and I´m glad I got a part it. I hope the Sturms find peace. What a cool gracious family. Kathy and Joe, hang in there.

Sandy Mac

April 17, 2023

I´m so sorry to find that Tim passed away. My sincere sympathies Kath. Dan`s been gone 11 years this October. Our gang is slowly dwindling. Again my sincere sympathy to you and your family. Sandy McNamara

Jerry Healy

April 14, 2023

Hi Terry...I was sorry to read of Tim´s passing. Great memories of our early youth!
Jerry Healy

Debbie & Jeff Little

April 14, 2023

I am so sad to hear this. I worked for Tim & Kathy for many years and consider them true friends. He was a great man and taught me so much. Fun times as well that I will never forget. RIP Tim and continue to watch over Kathy!

Linda Pascoe

April 14, 2023

Terry-so sorry to hear of your loss, you are in my prayers. Linda Delaney Pascoe

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