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Norman Paul Hanke

09/13/1916 - 11/12/2009
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Norman Paul Hanke
Poy Sippi, Wisconsin

Norman Paul Hanke, age 93, of Poy Sippi, died Thursday, November 12, 2009, at Aurora Medical Center in Oshkosh. He was born September 13, 1916, in rural Tigerton to the late Paul and Esther (Krause) Hanke. At age 22, Norman began working for Howard Smith at the Fountain Valley Nursery in the Town of Poy Sippi, and on August 30, 1939, he married the boss's daughter, Betty Smith, at her home. In 1950 Norman and Betty bought the farm next to the nursery. He loved the comfort and joy of owning his own farm. Norman continued farming and in 1954 he also began working at Morgan Doors in Oshkosh, until retiring in 1981. Prior to retiring Norman and Betty developed a love of camping and hiking, and after retirement they purchased a motor home and became members of the Born Free Safari Club, traveling west to Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and to eastern Canada. Norman's duties with the club were the chopping of the wood and building the evening campfires. He was a member of the Poy Sippi Seventh-Day Adventist Church, where he served as a Sabbath School Superintendent, among other duties.
Norman is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty Hanke, of Oshkosh; three children, Daryl (Mary) Hanke, of Pine River; Marlene (Terry) Seifert, of Butte des Morts; Beverly (John) Ross, of Wisconsin Rapids; grandchildren, Diane Hanke, of Oshkosh; Debra (John Paul) Navarro, of Naperville, Illinois; Kelly (Fonda) Seifert, of Berrien Center, Michigan; Shelly (Seth) Morrison, of Berrien Springs, Michigan; and Katie Ross, of Sydney, Australia; great-grandchildren, John-Luke, Nicholas, and Alexander Navarro; Zachary and Nathan Seifert; and Luke Patrick and Evie Jane Morrison; three sisters, Alta Johnson, of Waupaca; Juanita Nielsen, of Weyauwega; Phyllis Johns, of Florida; one brother, Duane (Sandy) Hanke, of Birnamwood; and nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents, Norman was also preceded in death by two brothers, Vilas and Willis Hanke; and one sister, Dorothy Kobs.
Cremation has taken place and a Committal Service and inurnment will be held on Monday, November 16, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. at the Poy Sippi Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be on Monday, November 16 at 3:00 p.m. at the Fox Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 265 S. Green Bay Rd. Neenah. Pastor Samuel Garbi will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Norman's name can be made to the charity of your choice.

Mueller Funeral Home
904 E. Main St. P.O. Box 250
Winneconne, WI 54986
(920) 582-4242
Please submit online condolences to
www.muellerfuneralhomeinc.com

Aurora Visiting Nurses Association wrote on November 19, 2009
Dear Betty, Marlene, and Family: Our utmost condolences regarding the loss of Norman. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. It was an honor to serve Norman in his final hours. Aurora Visiting Nurses Association

Don & Bev Morgan wrote on November 16, 2009
Betty,Marlene,Beverly,and Daryl; Bev and I want to express our sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. Bev and I had the opportunity to stop and visit Norman & Betty a few years ago. I believe Marlene come over from Butte des Morts and we had a great visit. We pray the Lord will comfort you during this time of sorrow.

Cheryl Fierce wrote on November 16, 2009
We were saddened to learn of the loss of your father. May the presence of your family, and many fond memories bring you comfort. May God's love for each of us, and the promise of a joyful reunion in heaven encourage you all. God Bess, from the Fierce family

Gary Hanke (Nephew) wrote on November 15, 2009
Daryl and Marlene, So sorry to hear of the death of your dad! I know he had a great life and was loved by all. I know my dad (Vilas) had many stories and memories about Norman and the rest of the family while he was growing up. Take Care and God bless! Gary Hanke

Michele Evard wrote on November 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Debbie shared stories with me over the years, and I know Norman loved and was loved by all of you. We look forward to our heavenly reunion!

Cheryl Anderson wrote on November 15, 2009
I'm sorry that you are grieving the loss of such a special person. It is hard to lose someone so dear. He was such a vital person and seemed to enjoy every minute. I hope that all of your memories will help to comfort you, and that God will draw near to give you peace. Love Cheryl

Aileen Berger King wrote on November 14, 2009
Daryl and Marlene, So sorry to hear of the death of your dad! I still have my parents, too so can appreciate how long you've had the blessing of their wisdom in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.