Ralph "Sonny" Sturm

Ralph “Sonny” Sturm, 91 of Massillon, Ohio passed away on March 22, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

Sonny was born in Greenwood, West Virginia to Charles and Madge Sturm. At 17 years old he joined the Air Force and worked in communications at the Pentagon for 4 years. He then moved to Massillon, Ohio where he resided for over 65 years and owned/operated Sturm’s Dairy stores located in Massillon, Brewster and Navarre. Sonny’s memory will remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and all those who were honored to have had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy will live on for generations to come, inspiring those around him with his unforgettable spirit.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Madge Sturm; son, Ralph “Sonny” (Mary) Sturm, brother’s, Charles Sturm and William Sturm; and sister, Betty Jean. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Sheila Sturm; sister, Kathy (Max) Bungard; children: Adam “Harley” Sturm, Joshua (Julia) Sturm, Andrew Sturm, Julie Sturm, Timothy (Cathy) Sturm and Matthew (Jodi) Sturm; grandchildren: Walter Sturm,Hazel Sturm, Mandy Sturm, Angela Barber, Daniel Sturm, Derek Sturm, Spencer Sturm, Mercedes Luci, Mallory Sturm, Melissa Sturm, Tiffany Sturm, Matthew Sturm II, and multiple great grandchildren.

Sonny will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Friends may call on the family on Tuesday - April 1, 2025 at St John’s Lutheran Church located at 1900 Wales Rd NE, Massillon, Ohio from 4pm to 6pm. Military Honors and a Celebration of Life service will immediately follow the calling hours at 6pm.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Schneeberger-Oser Funeral Home
2222 Fulton Road NW
Canton, Ohio
330.456.8237