Service Information
Norma Ann Plath, age 77, (wife of Milan “Mike”) of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at 11:00 A.M. at Immanuel Lutheran Church (Acoma Township) in rural Hutchinson with interment in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 10, 2019, from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.
Obituary
Norma Ann (Schultz) Plath was born on November 19, 1942, at her home on the east shore of Stahls Lake in Acoma Township, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Walter H. and Dorothy M. (Rusch) Schultz. Norma was baptized on December 6, 1942, and was later confirmed in her faith on March 25, 1956, by Pastor Otto Engel both at Immanuel Lutheran Church (Acoma Township) in rural Hutchinson, Minnesota. She received her education at District 15 Country School, Immanuel Lutheran Parochial School and then graduated with the Hutchinson High School Class of 1960.
On September 30, 1962, Norma was united in marriage to Milan “Mike” Plath at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota. The couple made their home on the south shore of Cedar Lake in Acoma Township, Minnesota. Norma and Mike were blessed with three children; Joel, Gina and Cheryl. They shared over 57 years of marriage together.
In addition to being a loving wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker, Norma worked at Citizens Bank & Trust Company in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She worked at the bank from her junior year of high school until her retirement. Norma was a lifetime active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. As her ministry to the church, she taught Sunday School, was a member of the Ladies Aid and Altar Guild, served on the Ladies Executive Board and sang in the Church Choir.
Norma enjoyed crocheting baby blankets, embroidering, gardening, fishing, spending time outdoors and at her church. She cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren.
Norma passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, at the age of 77 years. Blessed be her memory.
Norma is survived by her:
Husband, Milan “Mike” Plath of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Joel Rueben Plath and his wife, Angela, of Hutchinson, MN,
Gina Ann Buske and her husband, Lon, of Hutchinson, MN,
Cheryl Jane Tews and her fiancé, Darrin Olson, of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Jacob Plath, Mikkayla Tews and her fiancé, Nick Pagel, Marissa Erpelding and her husband, Logan,
Natasha Tews, and Amanda Tews;
Step Grandchildren, Danielle Christie, Ashley Christie, Madison Newcomb and her husband, Chandler, Peyton Christie, and Grayson Christie;
Siblings, Elva Trettin of Hutchinson, MN,
Fern Hoff and her husband, Gary, of Hutchinson, MN;
Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Norma was preceded in death by her Parents, Walter and Dorothy Schultz and many other relatives and friends.
Pastor and Leanne Reich says
Our sincerest condolences to Mike and his family. We were privileged to have them both as friends. It was an honor to serve them for 13 years. Pastor Dan and Leanne Reich
Andrea Koenig says
Our sincere sympathy to the Plath family upon the passing of Norma. She worked in the Ag Dept when we banked at Citizen’s Bank and was always so kind. Visited her a few times when she first was in Fern Pathway.
God Bless all of the family as you cling to the memories of years past.
Arnie and Andrea Koenig
RuthAnn Lade says
To the family of Norma…..may the many memories ease your sorrow. We will remember Norma at our next class reunion. Blessings to all.
HHS Class of 60. Ruth Ann Gjermundson Lade
Rodney and Carolyn Kurth says
Mike and Family. I am so sad at the journey Norma and you have had to take these past few years. I so, so enjoyed working with and knowing Norma from and since our Citizens Bank days. A long time ago!! She will always be rembered as a kind, sweet soul. God bless you with the peace that will passeth all understanding in the time to come.
Richard Karl says
So very sorry to hear of Norma’s passing. She was such a wonderful person to work with. Sending our prayers to you all. May your precious memories help to ease your sorrow. Much love and hugs. Rick & Bonnie Karl
jeff palmer says
Hello
from Greenfield Wis
Did the departed have a grand-daughter or niece named Deanna?
In the 80’s I used to attend Faith Lutheran on Christmas eve and there
was a Deanna Plath that played the violin