In Memory Of
Norman L. Kroemer
Bern, Kansas
06/23/1954 - 02/11/2019
Norman L Kroemer, 64, of Bern, passed away on Monday, February 11, 2019, at the Nemaha Valley Community Hospital.
Norman L. Kroemer was born on June 23, 1954 at the Axtell Hospital to Lavern and Evelyn (Fritch) Kroemer. Norman lived his first 25 years on the family farm north of Seneca on the Nebraska State Line, where his family raised cattle, hogs, chickens, had a large garden and enjoyed living the country life.
Norman attended Prairie Grove School thru third grade before finishing his education at Bern Rural High School in Bern. He graduated in 1972 and then went to NCK VoTech in Beloit where he took electronics, and graduated in 1974.
On February 17, 1979, Norman married Constance (Connie) Sue Reicherter in Seneca, Kansas. They moved to a farm on the Nebraska side of the state line where one daughter, Rachel Nichcole was born into the family on August 27, 1979.
In 1984, Norman moved his family to Bern, Kansas to a house once owned by Norman’s great grandfather, Carl Kroemer Sr. Norman renovated the house on nights and weekends, while working at CR Industries and still helping on the family farm.
Norman worked for Gottula Trenching from 1974 to 1976 and in December 1976 thru 1989 he worked maintenance at CR Industries. After marriage, Norman continued farming until he move to town in 1984. From 1990 to 2000 Norman worked for Tristar Cable where he traveled extensively. From 2000-2009 he worked from Moore Engineering all over the state of Kansas, where he managed crews in underground construction. March 2009-2013 worked for Ribbon Weld where he welded rail from coast to coast and border to border.
In 2004, Norman and Connie designed and built their own home with the help of their daughter Rachel.
In 2017 Norman retired and enjoyed his large garden which grew every year with new and unusual items. Norman enjoyed woodworking and metal working and was always tinkering with things and making items that he is the only one, that knew what they were! Norman liked to help out the community whenever possible, whether donating time or materials to community projects and events. Norman liked to travel and made it to 44 states, where he often stopped to visit family and friends.
Norman was a volunteer fireman from 1986 until the time of death. He was also a City Council Member twice, 1988-1990 and 2014-2017, neither time was he elected, but held the office after another member was not able to complete their term. Norman was however elected to Mayor of Bern for three consecutive terms from 1990-2002.
On October 13, 2017 Norman was diagnosed with Esophogeal Cancer which he fought till the end. During his treatment he always had an infectious smile and made a new friend at each treatment.
Preceded in death by parents, Lavern in 2015 and Evelyn in 1995; and his sisters, Audrey Butler in 2006 and Vivian Cockrell in 2018.
He is survived by his wife, Connie of Bern; and his daughter, Rachel and her husband, Michael, of Ponca City, Oklahoma.
A visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. prior to the funeral services. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday morning, February 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at the Bern Community Center in Bern.
Memorials to Bern Rural Fire Department sent in care of the family.
A visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. prior to the funeral services. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday morning, February 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at the Bern Community Center in Bern.
Memorials to Bern Rural Fire Department sent in care of the family.
A visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. prior to the funeral services. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday morning, February 16, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at the Bern Community Center in Bern.
Memorials to Bern Rural Fire Department sent in care of the family.
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Norm was the happiest person that I know. I worked with him at Ribbonweld and he always made work fun even if there were headaches. I am blessed to have known him. Sympathy to the family, God bless you all.
Kathy James
Omaha Track/Ribbonweld
Norman was a great person he always had a smile on his face. I always enjoy visiting with Norman and sharing past history of our high school years. Norman seem to be able to fix anything and help me out many times while I lived in Bern and owned businesses are. This is a great loss to our community. My hearts go out to your family. Remember the great memories of this wonderful man
To the family of Norman L. Kroemer, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear loved one; please accept my condolences. May you find comfort by drawing close to God in prayer, because as the Bible promises, “he will sustain you” during this difficult time. – Psalm 55:22
Our sympathy to Norman’s family.
Norman was such a neat person to get to know. He always had a smile on his face and willing to help anyone. I really enjoyed working with him in Sabetha. If you ever needed anything he would be there to help. He was a man of his word. There was not anything Norman could not fix. Norman will be missed by so many. Please continue to cherish all the wonderful memories and know that he defiantly earned his wings. My heart goes out to his family. Connie and Rachel I will continue to pray for you during this hard time.
Norm and my husband Lynn meet in Chemo treatments . I wish they could have meet sooner they could just talk and talk, Norm always had a smile on his face . Then we meet Connie and Rachel and we became friends . Rachel was working at Onaga Hospital and we were so happy to have her as a nurse a few times. I know that Norm and Lynn are both watching out for us from Heaven and I know that out of all the sadness I found some really good friends. Just know how much Colette and I are thinking of you at this difficult time.
My family and I would like to express our deepest sympathy over the loss of Norman.
May you find comfort in your loving memories and the warmth of family and friends. A scripture that has uplifted many who have experienced such a loss, is found at Revelation 21:4. There it describes a time when death and pain will be gone forever. We will even see our loved ones again who we have lost in death (John 5:28 & 29). It is our hope that these words bring you a measure of comfort during this difficult time as well. Once again, please accept our condolences as you deal with your loss.