Lee Allen Norden, age 85, of Rock passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at the St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba following a lengthy illness.
Lee was born April 28, 1924 in Rock, the son of Albert and Stella (Johnson) Norden. He was a graduate of Rock High School, a member of the Faith Lutheran Church and the Rock American Legion Post #559. Lee served his country proudly in the United States Air Force during the time of the Korean Conflict. Lee was united in marriage to Dora Cantu on June 30, 1956, in Mundelien, Illinois. Lee and Dora remained in Illinois for many years as Lee worked as a custodian for the Winnetka High School. Eventually he returned to the Rock area where he enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping and spending time with his grandchildren and family.
Including his wife Dora, he is survived by:
4 Sons: Mark Norden of Rock, MI; Jim Norden of Kenosha, WI; Paul Norden of Rock, MI; Brian Norden of Kenosha, WI
3 Daughters: Carol (Keith) Mortensen of Waukegan, IL; Shellie Norden of Waukegan, IL; Debbie (Joe) Blanchard of Gladstone, MI
7 Grandchildren
1 Brother: William (Shirley) Norden of Rock, MI
3 Sisters: Erma Turunen of Zion, IL; Lois (Roy) Curtis of Rapid River, MI; Sandra Carlson of Kenosha, WI
Numerous nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Richard, Robert, Ronald, Alph, and Clarence and two sisters, Clarice Ackerman and Doris Johnson.
Lee
Anonymous
He will be well remembered and always in our hearts. I only wished we had more time together so I could learn from his wisdom.
Joe Blanchard / Debbie Norden’s husband
Gladstone, MI
Dear Dora, I was sorry to hear of Lee’s passing. We take comfort in knowing that he is in a far, far, better place than we. Cling to the memories and trust God to ease the pain. God Bless you and your family. Your friend
Dorothy Lamberg Kollmann
Escanaba, MI
My deepest sympaths goes out to all of Lee’s family whom I have known for many years. My daughter (Bea) and my son (Tony) were best friends with Debbie and Paul. Shellie and I played softball together. The whole family will be in my prayers. Lee is out of pain and with our Lord now. If there is anything I can do pleas call me. May God be with you all.
Betty (Pica) Kivekas
Rock, MI
My condolences to Dora, and my friends Mark, Carol Shellie and Jim. May the peace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be with you now and always. Blessings,
Mark Wilcox
Houghton, MI
My deepest and sincere thoughts go out to the family of Lee Norden.I had the honor of meeting Lee and was best friends with his son Jim and also graduated with his daughter Debbie. When i met Lee he was in his garden working and cracking jokes with us.I do know that he was a hard worker who loved and took care of his family and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him…
Scott Azbell
Aurora, CO
You all will be in our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Scott & I went to school with Mark and Paul.
Scott & Michelle Winkelbauer
Gladstone, MI
I wish to let you know that I do know what your going through as I have recently lost my father, but do know that with family, friends and God, it it is comforting. You have my sympathy, my heart-filled thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Julie Hanson
Cornell, MI
Anonymous
He will be well remembered and always in our hearts. I only wished we had more time together so I could learn from his wisdom.
Joe Blanchard / Debbie Norden’s husband
Gladstone, MI
Dear Dora, I was sorry to hear of Lee’s passing. We take comfort in knowing that he is in a far, far, better place than we. Cling to the memories and trust God to ease the pain. God Bless you and your family. Your friend
Dorothy Lamberg Kollmann
Escanaba, MI
My deepest sympaths goes out to all of Lee’s family whom I have known for many years. My daughter (Bea) and my son (Tony) were best friends with Debbie and Paul. Shellie and I played softball together. The whole family will be in my prayers. Lee is out of pain and with our Lord now.
If there is anything I can do pleas call me. May God be with you all.
Betty (Pica) Kivekas
Rock, MI
My condolences to Dora, and my friends Mark, Carol Shellie and Jim. May the peace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be with you now and always.
Blessings,
Mark
Mark Wilcox
Houghton, MI
My deepest and sincere thoughts go out to the family of Lee Norden.I had the honor of meeting Lee and was best friends with his son Jim and also graduated with his daughter Debbie.When i met Lee he was in his garden working and cracking jokes with us.I do know that he was a hard worker who loved and took care of his family and he will be sadly missed by all who knew him…
Scott Azbell
Aurora, CO
You all will be in our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Scott & I went to school with Mark and Paul.
Scott & Michelle Winkelbauer
Gladstone, MI
I wish to let you know that I do know what your going through as I have recently lost my father, but do know that with family, friends and God, it it is comforting. You have my sympathy, my heart-filled thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Julie Hanson
Cornell, MI
Lawson Family - Apopka, Fl
My deepest condolence for the loss of your precious loved one. Mr. Norden appears to have been a very caring person, I’m sure he is justly missed by all whom he encountered. Within your grieving and recovery, please, fall into the hand of God, for his mercy is great. 2 Samuel 24:14