97 of Gilbert passed away December 21, 2015. She was born in McBain, MI on October 4, 1918. She was married to Henry Kortman for 65 years. They moved to Phoenix from Michigan in 1958. Ena’s life passion was Christian education, especially Phoenix Christian Grade School where she and Henry donated hundreds of hours. Ena was preceded in death by her husband in 2003. She is survived by her children, Roger (Patricia) AZ, Larry (Terri) NV, Keith (Connie) CA, Cliff (Cindy) TX, her siblings, Kay Sikkema, Georgie Laarman, Bertie Grzybowski, Gertrude Rubingh, Milton and Bernice Meekhof, and Willard Van Haitsma, all of MI, 16 grandchildren, 33 great- grandchildren and 5 great great-grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Phoenix Christian Reformed Church, 2438 E. Earll Drive, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations can be made to Phoenix Christian Grade School, 2425 North 26th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008.
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Ed and Joan Laarman
Dear family of Ena Kortman: I was only 9 years old when Aunt Ena, Uncle Hank, and their family moved to Phoenix, and I seldom saw her in the years since. Still, I have good memories of Aunt Ena (and the rest of the family). I thank God for her, and especially for her firm, lifelong faith. I wish that I could be with you all as you say farewell to Ena, give thanks for her life, and commit her to her Lord and Savior. May God comfort and bless you all!
Paul and Kathy Spoelma
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Aunt Ena. However we rejoice in the promise that she is in her heavenly home . She was a kind and caring person and will be missed. I still have fond memories of the time I spent in Phoenix during the early 70’s. Aunt Ena was very supportive of me during that time of my life. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at his difficult time. May God keep you in the hollow of His hand.