Georgia L. Wertz

Georgia L. Wertz, 74, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Franciscan Health in Indianapolis.

She was born February 13, 1950, in Shelbyville, the daughter of Dennis and Virginia (Mann) Wicker. On May 24, 1996, she married her loving husband of 28 years, Robert “Bobby” Wertz, and he survives.

In addition to Bobby, Georgia is survived by her children, David (Kim) Wright of Silver Creek, Georgia, Jenni Jo (David) Taylor of Beebe, Arkansas, James (Ryan) Conwell-Glaub of Kokomo, Misti, and Amanda (Brent) Thoman; sister, Mary Alice Zinman of Shelbyville, and Ann of Colorado. She was the proud Nana to eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Georgia is also survived by several nieces and nephews. We will miss her greatly and always.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Dennis Wicker.

In 1968, Georgia graduated from Shelbyville High School and then attended Purdue University for two years.

She was formerly employed at Roberta’s for over 10 years, retiring in 2008.

Georgia was a former member of 4-H, Home Extension and the Sunshine Club.

She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, baking and tending to her flower gardens. 

Georgia loved spending time with her grandchildren. 

She also leaves behind her dog, Rosie.

Private family services will be held.

Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

Online condolences may be shared with Georgia’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.