Wilma Tortorice Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Wilma Tortorice of Decatur, Illinois, who passed away on November 13, 2025, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wilma Tortorice to pay them a last tribute.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Wilma's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Harold Richards and Pearl Richards (Peacher); her husband Joseph S. Tortorice; her daughter Ann; and her brother Todd.

She is survived by: her sons, Joe Tortorice (Laura) of Decatur and Dennis Tortorice of Decatur; her siblings, Bud Richards (Carolyn) of Jefferson City, MO, Mart Richards (Hilda), Sharon Walker of Decatur, Kathy Rind (Steve) of Decatur and Robin Ropp (Steve) of Oklahoma; her daughter-in-law Laura; and her sister-in-law Terry. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren and six great grandchildren.