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1937
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2011
Jack Sturges Obituary
Jack Sturges, age 73, passed away on Tuesday, August 30th, 2011 following a long battle with cancer. He was born on October 18th, 1937 the son of the late Harrison and Hazel (Erdmann) Sturgis. He loved to go to the casino and spend time with his special friend Midge Berrig.
Jack is survived by two children, Shelly (Dean) Birling, Darboy and Andrew Sturges, Appleton; four grandchildren, Derek, Samantha, Sydney and Madelyn Birling; a special friend, Midge Berrig, Neenah and two brothers, Harrison Sturgis Jr., Neenah, and James (LaVerne) Sturgis, Neenah.
Jack is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jerry Sturgis; and sister-in-law, Bette Sturgis.
A memorial service will be held at "The Isle of Valor" (located behind the Memorial Building at 640 Keyes St. Menasha, across the street from Smith Park) at 4:00 on Sunday, September 11th, 2011. Visitation will be held from 3:00 until the hour of service.
A special thanks to Dr. Greminger and her staff at Mercy Medical Hospital, Phil from Affinity Hospice Home Care and Patty for being there and helping in all the ways you did.
Heart of the
Valley Crematory
101 N. Elm Street
Kimberly, WI
800-622-6208
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Caroline Smith
September 14, 2011
Shelly & Andy, so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. There is a hole in your family. May God hold you close to Him at this time.Love,
Fred & Caroline
Chris (Kohlbeck) Diedrich
September 10, 2011
Shelly - So sorry to hear about your father. May friends, family and fond memories give you comfort. I'm thinking of you and your family.
Todd Stevenson
September 8, 2011
Shelly and Dean: Sorry for your loss. Another great mentor has left us. Find strength in knowing he is at peace.
Darlene (Snell) Robinson
September 8, 2011
Thinking of You All at this time, May Your Memories Bring you Comfort.
With Deepest Sympathy.
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September 8, 2011
Shelly, I am sorry for the loss of your father. He is now at peace. Let me know if there is anything that you need. Take care!
Pat Fahrenkrug
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