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STURM, MARILYN Y. Marilyn Yvonne (Ewert) Sturm, age 78, a long-time resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on September 9th, 2013 at the Casa del Oso Assisted Living Facility. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 31, 1934. She grew up in Elmhurst, Illinois and graduated from York High School. She married Wilbert "Red" Sturm in 1952 and together they had three children; Michael Sturm (deceased), Kenneth Sturm of Santa Fe, NM, and Carol Erven of Albuquerque, NM. She was preceded in death by her son Michael, her brother Donald Ewert, and parents Elmer and Bernadine (Stone) Ewert. She is survived by her children Kenneth and Carol; grandchildren Jennie Sturm, Kassandra Erven, and Donna Erven of Albuquerque; and Steven, William and Viktoria Padilla of Santa Fe; and great-grandchildren Tyler Barnhill of Raleigh, NC, Madison Sussman and Matthew Felock of Albuquerque. Marilyn also loved her extended family: Cathy, Anthony and Joe Lewandoski; Tami Moore, and Mackenzie Felock. Marilyn worked for many years as a title clerk for Albuquerque automobile dealerships and had a passion for genealogy, puzzles, game shows, and playing jokes on people. Her knowledge and intelligence was broad and extensive. She was sweet, fun, and loving and will be missed by all who have had the pleasure of knowing her. The family wishes to thank the Hospice staff at Presbyterian as well as the owners and staff at Arroyo del Oso for their kindness and care during her last days. A memorial service will be held at St. Johns United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona St NE on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at 1:00 pm to honor and celebrate her life. We invite and encourage all her friends to attend.
        Published on: Sat September 14, 2013