Hummel, Norman (1934 - 2012)

HUMMEL, BARBER, STONE

Posted By: Denise Wurner (email)
Date: 6/3/2012 at 15:52:15

Submitted by Marthann Kohl, posted by permission

Source: Published in Denison Bulletin/Review, May 25, 2012

NORMAN HUMMEL (1934 - 2012)

Norman Hummel was born July 9, 1934, the son of Harry and Elva Barber Hummel. He passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2012, at the Eventide Lutheran Home in Denison, Iowa, at the age of 77.

Norm was born in Cushing, Iowa. From 1936-1939, Norman lived in Colorado with his family, and again in 1947-1949. He was baptized September 30, 1937, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Cushing, Iowa, and confirmed there March 30, 1947. He received his education in the Cushing Community Schools graduating with the class of 1952. In high school Norman played basketball and baseball, a sport he continued through his military service. Norman was a member of the Army Reserves based out of Sioux City when he was called to active duty in 1954. He served in an outpost at the 138th parallel in Korea after the conflict had officially ended.

Norm's love of nature and the farm may have been sown early in life while living on the acreage with his family in Colorado. His professional life was associated often with the field of agriculture and always in the realm of service. He was employed working with agricultural chemicals with Pasch, Simonson Fertilizer, Terra, and farming for Dennis Bruhn, retiring in 1997 when he turned 62.

Norm was united in marriage to Phyllis (Molly) Stone on November 21, 1969, at the Lutheran Church in Wayne, Nebraska, and they were happily married for 42 years last November. Norm was a very kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig holding many offices through the years. Norm loved fishing, camping, and traveling. He also enjoyed good western movies, a game of cards or fast track with his family and friends. Norm took loving care of his blue-eyed Husky dog Tonya, his baby lambs, calves, and kittens while living on their acreage near Schleswig before moving into town. Due to health concerns they moved to an apartment in Denison.

Norm was preceded in death by his parents; one stepdaughter, Mary Jane; one great-great-grandson, Parker. Survivors include his wife, Molly; three children, Kristie; Layne; and Jodie and her husband, Gary; two stepsons, Larry and his wife, Donna; and Russell and his wife, Carole; one stepson-in-law, Larry; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great grandchildren; two brothers, Jim and his wife, Vera; and Lonnie and his wife, Bonnie; one sister, Pearl; other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Schleswig, Iowa, at 2 P.M., Friday, May 11, 2012.

Rev. Merle Mahnken officiated the service and graveside rites held at Crawford Heights Memory Gardens,

Garden of Ascension, in Denison, Iowa. Organist Marlene Hight provided accompaniment for congregational hymns, "What A Friend We Have In Jesus," and "I Know That My Redeemer Lives." Pianist & Soloist Vera Hummel sang "On Eagles' Wings," and "Hymn Of Promise." Serving as Pallbearers were Jerry Langholdt, Dan Comstock, Thomas Lloyd, Denny Bruhn, Derick Bruhn, and Stone Lloyd. Military Honors were provided by American Legion Post 8 & VFW Post 2504 of Denison, Iowa. Following the service the family invited everyone to remain at the church for fellowship and lunch provided by Staley's and the Ladies Aid. The Huebner Funeral Home in Schleswig was in charge of arrangements.