Fuhrmann, Norbert Roy

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• Obituary: 1 Apr 2012; Appleton Post Crescent

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Obituary:
Norbert Roy Fuhrmann, age 83, passed away unexpectedly on Friday evening, March 30, 2012, at the Appleton Medical Center, good naturedly harassing any staff members who had the misfortune of coming into view. Norb came into the world in Appleton on October 26, 1928 after his parents, the late Henry and Gertrude (Bloedorn) Fuhrmann inexplicably drove the 20 miles into town from their home in Hilbert. He completed his high school education at Appleton High School and served briefly in the National Guard. On August 9, 1958, Norb joined the abundant Riehl clan by marrying the former Jean Riehl at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church, Appleton. As a young man, he worked briefly at both Kimberly Clark and Miller Electric, but made his profession as a painter and interior decorator as the owner of Fuhrmann Decorating. He was also a member of the local Model A Club and spent many hours speaking colorfully to his 1929 Model A Ford. However, he is probably best known for his sense of humor. His aptitude for never-quite-appropriate jokes gave him an uncanny ability to make his wife and family uncomfortable in social situations. In addition to his lively word choice and occasionally (?) poor comedic judgment, he valued his time with family and friends, haunting local eateries and affectionately terrorizing the family cat.
Norbert is survived by his wife: Jean Fuhrmann of Appleton; three sons: Craig Fuhrmann of Appleton; Kelly (Karah) Fuhrmann of Death Valley, California and their daughter Kelbi and daughter-to-be Kenzy; and Chad (Adrienne) Fuhrmann of Appleton and their son Ivan; a sister-in-law: Rose Fuhrmann of Cecil; and many brothers and sisters-in-law: James (Judy) Riehl, Leo (Judy) Riehl, Nancy (Rudy) Plach, Cathy (Jerry) Puls, Louis Riehl, Lois (Bob) Volkman, Steven (Bev) Riehl, Arlene Riehl, Gloria Riehl, Carol Riehl, Pat Riehl, Verna Riehl, and Mark Stapel. There are also many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Norbert was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Jeanne (nee Steinfest) and infant daughter, a brother Wallace Fuhrmann, and in-laws Paul (Lois) Riehl, Jerry Riehl, Leonard Riehl, Wes Riehl, Les Riehl, Sharon Stapel, Danny Riehl, Thomas Riehl, and Keith Riehl.
The Christian Funeral for Norbert will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at ST. MATTHEW EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, 129 S. Mason Street, Appleton, with Rev. Thomas Mielke officiating. Interment will be in Highland Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Wichmann Fargo Funeral Home, Appleton on Tuesday evening from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again Wednesday at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established. The family would also like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Sabih and the staff of Appleton Medical Center for their professionalism and personal care of Norb in his last hours. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wichmannfargo.com.
All my love goes with you, Norbert. - Jean
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from April 1 to April 2, 2012

Norbert married Steinfest, Jeanne [Group Sheet]

Norbert married Riehl, Jean [Group Sheet]