Barbara's Mother Dies

Dorothy Bertha Selbmann, 95, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2010, at the Inn at Freedom Village, Bradenton, Florida. The beloved wife of the late John Edward Selbmann (2009) was born June 14, 1915, in Easthampton, Massachusetts; daughter of Adam and Bertha (Martin) Kurtz.

After raising her family in Kalamazoo, Michigan and retiring from a career at the Upjohn Company (now Pfizer), Dorothy became a long time resident of Bradenton. She and her late husband were active members of the Hope Lutheran Church where they were members of the Choir. Dorothy is survived by her children Edgar F. D. Bergmann, Jr. of Belleville, Michigan, Barbara K. Phillips of Arab, Alabama, Donald G. Bergmann of West Chester, Pennsylvania, and her many grandchildren & great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at Hope Lutheran Church, Bradenton, on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, with viewing at 9:00 AM and service at 10:00 AM. Internment will follow in Manasota Memorial Park, Bradenton.

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Hope Lutheran Church
4635 26th Street W
Bradenton, FL 34207

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