CPO Ret. Gerald Richard Hartman
Norfolk- Gerald Richard Hartman, 73, died August 14, 2001 in his residence.
A native of Nappanee Indiana. Mr. Hartman has been a resident of Norfolk for 49 years. He served in World War II and retired from the Navy as a Chief Gunnersmate. He was a member of Fleet Res., Wrecktangles Square Dance Club, and worked with scouting for 20 years. He loved the outdoors and camping.
Mr. Hartman is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Zelma L. Hartman; son, Roger D. Hartman and wife Linda of Chesapeake; daughter, Gail H. Clark and husband Wayne of New Kent Co. VA; son, David R. Hartman of Norfolk; son, Charles P. Hartman of Savannah, GA; son, Timothy M. Hartman and Karen Mosby of Norfolk; 2 sisters, Barbara Douglas and Lois Losee of Indiana; grandchildren, Laura C. Beale, Ryan D. Hartman and great-grandchild, Nathan O. Beal all of Virginia Beach.
He was preceeded in death by his parents, Hubert and Mamie Hartman.
A funeral service will be held Friday 1 pm at Altmeyer Funeral Home Virginia Beach Chapel with Rev. Vance Smith officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Norfolk. The family with receive family and friends Thursday 7-9 pm at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Dear Charlie,
You have my deepest sympathy. Please Call me at 623-6276 an come over for a visit.We would love to see and hear from you. Lucy misses you and I miss you more. I love you.
Lynn
Dear Hartman’s,
He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May the fond memories bring you all comfort. Love,
Johnny and Sarah Bryant
May the thoughts and prayers of your friends
and loved ones comfort you in your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mr. Hartman will be missed dearly. We will always remember all of the fond memories of camping with him and spending time with him at Gallopond Campground and at many other family outings. He will always be remembered.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Our thoughts are with you and your family. Johnny @ John Deal
Rodger,
I know it’s a great loss, losing your father. If there is anything Carolyn and I can do let us know. I’m sorry for your loss.
Wayne
Tim-
My heart and symapthy are with you and your family! I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. There just aren’t enough words.
Zelma & family
Sorry to read of your loss. Memories are a lasting blessing. Our Prayers and sympathy are with all of you.
Zelma and Tim,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We still talk about the great times we had camping with you all at Gallow Pond. Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. Kitty and Arthur
Zelma,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. If there is anything I can do to help please let me know.
Love
Mary