Patricia Ann Sturman, 83, of Martinsburg, West Virginia, passed away on October 13, 2026. Born on March 13, 1943, in Martinsburg, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Berkeley and Addie Lewis.
Patricia was a woman of steady dedication, expressed through a life of service to both work and community. A professional seamstress, she brought care and precision to what she made and did. She also served as an Executive Secretary for the Federal Government, a role that reflected her reliability and commitment. Her devotion to others extended beyond her career: she was involved in Community Educational Outreach Service and served as a Club President, and she was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
She is survived by her loving husband of forty-five years, Harry Sturman; children: William Vance and wife Lynn, Sherry Sturman, Dianne Gonzales and husband John, and Denise Sturman; seven grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by her brother, Berkeley Lewis and sister, Janet D. Shingleton and her son, Jay Vance.
A Visitation will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church on October 22, 2026 at 2 pm until the start of the Memorial Service at 3 pm.
