Norma L. Gehring

Norma L. Gehring, age 72, passed away at her home in Appleton on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. She was born on August 27, 1946, the daughter of the late Walter and Blanche (Young) Mueller. Norma was raised in Appleton and graduated from Appleton High School in 1965. On February 9, 1981, she married Keith Gehring at First English Lutheran Church. She worked at Sonoco (formerly Hayes) for over 25 years until her retirement. In retirement, Norma enjoyed her work as a crossing guard for the city of Appleton. She enjoyed bowling, walking, sewing and golfing. Most importantly, she was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Norma cherished her time caring for her grandchildren and great-grandson.

Norma is survived by her husband of 37 years, Keith Gehring; children: Dawn (David) Rieckmann, Jim (Emie) Phillips and Tammi (Michael) Wetak; grandchildren: Julia and Katherine Rieckmann, Molly (fiancé, Brandon Wienandt) and Jesse Phillips, Cayden Hertziger, John and Morgan Springer and Ariana Wetak; great-grandson, Brodan Wienandt and Norma was excited for another one on the way. She is further survived by her siblings: Sharon Mueller, Cheryl (Chris) Hassell and Warren (Joanne) Mueller; sister-in-law: Joyce Gehring and best friend, Sue Vaughn.

She was preceded in death by her infant sister, Charmaine and her brother-in-law, Paul Gehring.

The funeral service for Norma will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 17 at First English Lutheran Church (326 E. North St., Appleton) with Rev. Jeff Tengesdal officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 16, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Wichmann Funeral Home (537 N. Superior St., Appleton) and again at church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of service.

“Honey, thank you for the best 37 years of my life”
Love, Keith