Sarah Jane (Davis) Wortman

HARWINTON, Conn. — Sarah Jane (Davis) Wortman, 77, died Aug. 23, 2011, at Laurel Hill Nursing Home in Winsted. She was the widow of Lowell K. Wortman Sr. They were married for 55 years.She was born on April 14, 1934, the daughter of the late Frances (Sherwood) and Elmore Davis of Bakerville, Conn. Sarah loved to travel, especially to Maine. She enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including cooking, playing canasta, knitting, tatting and ceramics.Sarah is survived by her four children, Lowell Wortman Jr. and his wife, Karen, of Harwinton, David Wortman and his wife, Sharon, of Litchfield, William Wortman and his wife, Janet, of Harwinton and Sandra (Wortman) Lang and her husband, Neil, of Winsted; a sister, Margaret Martel of Torrington; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her two brothers, Edward Davis and Chester Davis; and her sister, Virginia (Davis) Wilson.The family would like to thank the staff of Laurel Hill Healthcare for the care she received during her 11 years there.There are no calling hours. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.The Cook Funeral Home in Torrington has charge of the arrangements.

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