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Elizabeth Torbick Obituary

Elizabeth "Beth" Evans Torbick Elizabeth "Beth" Evans Torbick, resident of Valley View Retiremant Community, died Saturday, January 5, 2013. Beth and her husband, William "Bill" Torbick, had been married for 64 years. Beth was born in Waukesha, WI on September 9 1921 and was a 1939 graduate of Wankesha High School. She is preceded in death by her parents, David Louis Evans and Sara Omdoll Evans; her brother, David James Evans and her sister, Nettie Ann Evans Warren. In addition to her husband Bill, Beth is survived by their two sons, William D. "Bill" Torbick and his wife Anyi, of Forest and Nicholas J. "Nick" Torbick of Bedford, three daughters, Susan Elizabeth Chambers and her husband, Gene Cripe of Turlock, CA, Marita Jane Torbick of Cape Cod, MA and Ellen Torbick Stephens and her husband, Gerald, of Birmingham, AL; ten grandchildren; five great grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Jean Evans of Buffalo City, WI and three nieces and nephews. Beth was a Life Master and Director of games and tournaments for the American Contract Bridge League and she had many close bridge friends. A private memorial service will be conducted at a later date.
Published by The News & Advance on Jan. 7, 2013.

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steen and eileen metz

January 25, 2013

We will miss Beth. She (and Bill) were good neighbors in Forest, Virginia some years ago. I always had great respect for Beth also at bridge table.

Eileen and Steen Metz

Paul and Debbie Jasiewicz

January 16, 2013

Bill and family:
We are saddened to learn of your loss. Keep in mind your many years together sharing life. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Brandi Evans

January 11, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Elizabeth's passing. Your family will be in my thoughts & prayers.

Ruth Worthen

January 9, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Beth's passing. Although we are grateful for the many years together, the pain of seperation is there. Beth was one of the nicest people I have ever known and I have so many fond memories of you both sharing fun times with Kent and I. I will always cherish them. I pray the Lord will give you comfort, Bill, and I am thinking of you. Love to you all.

Jack and Sylvia Hurley

January 8, 2013

Bill and Family-
Beth was more than a Master Bridge player - she was a beautiful wife and a bright and shining light for all of us. Our condolences to you. Jack and Sylvia Hurley

Phil & Nancy Johnson

January 7, 2013

We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Phil and Nancy Johnon

Karen Nipper

January 7, 2013

Bill,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 7, 2013

My sincere sympathy to you, Bill, and the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Janet (Omdoll) Kelly

Warren and Janet Evans

January 7, 2013

Bill and Family,
So sorry to hear of Aunt Beth's passing. Our thoughts are with you all.
- Sincerely,
Warren and Janet

Kim Megginson

January 7, 2013

Ellen, and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Words always fail us in times like these, but I can say that your Mom was one of those rare ladies of quiet grace, and gentleness. She will be remembered lovingly by all who knew her, and I feel blessed to be one of them. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

john Swett

January 7, 2013

Beth was quite yet strong and loving woman of great grace. She could take on the best at the bridge table and welcomed you into her home with a big hug.Her love for Bill and family was unserpassed. What a difference she made! Love to all.

Bob Glenn

January 7, 2013

So sorry to hear of Beth's death. Bill, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 7, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to you over the loss of Beth. She will be long remembered by all that knew her.
Ralph and Ella Abrams

Jana Terrell

January 7, 2013

Bill, I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. My heart and prayers go out to you and the Torbick family.

Georgia Megginson

January 7, 2013

Dear Ellen,I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. To you and your entire family may the memories of her beautiful life sustain you. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Georgia Megginson

Gary Dinkins

January 7, 2013

One of my favorite people at the bridge table. We were blessed by the presence of Beth. Bless you Bill!

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