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Michael Storm Obituary
Virginia Beach - Michael Storm, Jr., 67, passed away on November 24, 2015. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia on October 5, 1948 to the late Michael and the late Ruth Storm.
He is preceded in death by his sister, Alberta Heidorn and brother-in-law, Lawrence Heidorn. Michael is survived by nephews, Larry and Martin Heidorn; niece, Ruth Gaydosh and their families; Tidewater Judo Club family; VA Beach Public Schools family; and his AARP family.
Michael was highly educated, receiving advanced degrees from Old Dominion University and Virginia Tech. He served as teacher, principal, and administrator for Virginia Beach Public Schools. He taught English for the YMCA in Yokohama, Japan and started his Judo career at a young age mentored by Sensei Don Schneider, Rokudan. Michael received the rank of Rokudan from the Kodakan in Japan. He is a life-long member of USJF and was involved in the day to day operations of the Tidewater Judo Club mentoring Sensei Pete Graham. He also served as a National Judo Referee, a master scuba instructor and an AARP chapter President, liaison officer.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016, at 10 am, Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach. Online condolences can be expressed to the family at www.altmeyerfh.com. In honor of Michael's love and dedication for Judo, memorial donations may be made to the Tidewater Judo Club at www.tmcfunding.com.
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L Storms
January 8, 2016
Mr. Storm was my PE teacher at Windsor Oaks Elementary School back in the early 70's. All the little girls swooned over him. We had similar last names, and everyone thought he was my dad. I just played along! In our lives, there are a handful of teachers who leave a lasting, positive impression. Mr. Storm was one of those teachers.
Kimberly Dorner (Farley)
January 7, 2016
Mr. Storm was the principal at Ocean Lakes Elementary when I began with the first kindergarten classes in 1989. What a great principal and person he was, I have never forgotten him. Such sad news to hear of his passing. He will truly be missed.
Amy McConnell
January 5, 2016
Although I didn't know him well, Stormy was always a kind and soft spoken man whose smile was 100% genuine. I will miss seeing his warm, friendly face. R.I.P., Stormy! :-(
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