Charles Sturm

Charles "Chuck" Sturm October 27, 1938 - June 25, 2009 Charles "Chuck" Sturm, 70, a resident of Greenfield, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2009 in Indianapolis. He was born October 27, 1938 in Pleasant Lake, Indiana to the late Orville and Mary Jane (Chew) Sturm. Chuck retired from Eli Lilly as a draftsman after 38 years of service and was a member of Bradley United Methodist Church. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Hawks Tail of Greenfield. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Barbara Sturm of Greenfield; children, Lyn Polston, Stephanie (Phillip) Huber, Thomas (Marla) Sturm and Bill (Marilyn Howe) Sturm, all of Greenfield; sisters, Marie Park of Indianapolis; Edith (Chuck) Swager of Howe, IN; brothers, John (Virginia) Sturm of Mooresville and Frank (Helen) Sturm of Greenfield; six grandchildren, Megan, Justin, Jordan, Savannah, Sydney and Chase. He was preceded in death by a brother, Hollis Sturm. A Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Stillinger Family Funeral Home, Pasco Chapel, Greenfield with Rev. Terry Campbell officiating. Burial will follow at Park Cemetery, Greenfield. Friends may call Monday, June 29, 2009 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be sent to Bradley United Methodist Church, 210 West Main Street Greenfield, IN 46140. Comments Stephanie, " My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. His spirit will live forever in your hearts-keep his memory alive with stories and loving thoughts. My thoughts are with you. Pam Bird - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM For some moments in life there are no words..this is one of those moments. Only know that we send our love, prayers and best wishes for the whole family at this " time. Uncle Charlie was truly one of the nice guys in this world and will be greatly missed and remembered by all who knew and loved him. I'd like to think that Charlie and Trent are playing golf in heaven. Dale & Susie (Swager) Fox - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM Dear Barbara and Family, " My heart goes out to each of you in the death of your husband, father, and grandfather. With prayers of thanks for your Chuck's life, and prayers of comfort for all. Peace in and on the journey. Love, Mildred Sturm Constable/cousin Mildred Sturm Constable - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM Dear Stephanie and Phil, My deepest sympathy for your loss. He must have been a wonderful man to be " responsible for such a sweet daughter. Your in my thoughts, Sheila