Norman Williams

Norman J. Williams, age 85, passed away unexpectedly at Theda Care Medical Center Berlin on July 31, 2024. Norm was born on May 26, 1939 to Edgar and Amelia (Schmitz) Williams. He was born at home on the family farm in Cashton, WI (Monroe Co.). He attended elementary school and high school, playing high school baseball and summer league which he enjoyed. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army and served two years at Fort Knox, Kentucky and then was in the army reserve for two years. After the army, he worked at Pet Milk Dairy and Northern Engraving in Sparta, where he met the love of his life. On September 9, 1961, he married Barbara A. Jones in Sparta at St. Patrick’s Church. After his marriage, he moved his family to Berlin, WI, where he found his new job at Wilson Hurd Manufacturing. He worked there until the age of 60. Also in that time he took part time work at the Holiday Station and Sentry Foods, both in Berlin. At the age of 57, he obtained his Real Estate License and began to sell real estate part-time. When he left Wilson Hurd, he joined Adashun Jones Real Estate Team full-time and sold real estate until he retired at the age of 80 to care for his wife Barb. Survivors include his spouse, Barb; daughters Nancy, Michele (John Probst); son Michael (Donna); and daughter in law Val (Dean Stahl). Grandchildren - Emily (Tom Ogren), Katie and Ben Probst; Brianna (Ryan Viertel); Kiersten (Hannah Hunt), and Sydney Williams (Derek Ross); Great Grandchild – Ella Ogren, who brought a sparkle to his eyes. Step Grandsons – Justin Zieglemeier (Katie) and Brandon Zieglemeier (Carli). Step Great Granddaughters - Dahlia and Ilah Zieglemeier. Siblings - Madonna Brueggen; Eunice (Jerry) Newberg, and Jeanette (Larry) Hayes. In-laws – Stan (Pat) Jones, Dianne Engler, Sara (Dave) Kemp and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Bruce, his parents, in laws Verl and Adeline Jones; brother Alvin and his wife Joanne; and brother in laws Philip Brueggen and Ken Engler. Norm was a stoic, humble, and family man. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great granddaughter. He loved making trips to UW-Platteville to watch Ben play basketball. He enjoyed watching the Brewers, Packers, and Badger sports teams and on occasion heading to the casino. He loved to play jokes on others and could carry on a conversation with anyone he met. He was a member of St. Joseph’s, where he was a part of the parish council for many years, and now All Saints Parish in Berlin and participated in ushering at both. He was a member of Coon Club, Pheasants for Tomorrow, and Berlin Community Pride Program. The family would like to thank Dr. Brandon Rebholz and his staff at Froedtert Medical College of Wisconsin; the nursing staff on 5W; Markesan Resident Home Staff; Theda Care at Home; and Theda Care Medical Center Berlin Staff, including Dr. Nguyen, Dr. Hetzel, and Dr. Kohlenberg for their care, concern, and compassion. Dad – you’ve taught us … That a little bit of kindness goes a long way, and a lot of kindness can change lives. That some of the best lessons can be learned from our own mistakes. That the right choice isn’t always the easiest, but it’s worth the effort. That faith is very important in one’s life. That you can never run out of ways to let people know that you love them. That a good family is a great gift! Thank you for teaching us the most important things in life by the way you lived yours. You were inspiring, greatly respected, loved very much by all of us and will be deeply missed.

Norman Williams

May 26, 1939 - July 31, 2024