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In memory of

Mr. Norbert Allen Gruman

Houston, TX

June 15, 1962 - May 6, 2025

Jun 15, 1962 - May 6, 2025

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In memory of

Mr. Norbert Allen Gruman

Passed

May 6, 2025
Born

June 15, 1962
Resided

Houston, TX

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Hello,

Thank you for the kind messages and prayers during this time. As we get closer to the memorial service, I want to clarify that the gravesite service is private to only immediate family and those related to Norbert Gruman.
The gravesite service will be at 10 AM at Saint Albert's Cemetery.

Afterwards, we will be gathering at Backbone State Park at 11 AM to share memories of Norbert, enjoy a meal, hiking, a bonfire, and other outdoor activities.

Please remember
*** Use aerosol sprays such as bug spray and sunscreen far away from the lodge area.
*** Bring water/ water bottles.
** Bring lawn chairs for bonfire or sitting outside
**Dress for the weather and to be comfortable
*** An Ecoli water advisory is out currently for the area. Please avoid playing in or touching or consuming the water. ******

Saint Albert's Cemetery

1269 110th Ave
Dundee, IA

Backbone State Park Lodge
1381 129th St
Dundee, IA

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Norbert Gruman

June 15, 1962 – May 6, 2025

Norbert Gruman entered God’s embrace peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 62, after a courageous journey with ongoing health complications.

Born on June 15, 1962, in Manchester, Iowa, to John and Diane (Wernke) Gruman, Norbert grew up near Raymond, Iowa, where he spent his youth immersed in the outdoors—fishing, hunting, flying planes, learning craftsmanship, and playing guitar. These early passions shaped his life …

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To the Gruman Family,

I’m so sorry to hear about Norbert. Though it’s been many years since I’ve seen him, I remember …

To the Gruman Family,

I’m so sorry to hear about Norbert. Though it’s been many years since I’ve s…

To the Gruman Family,

I’m so sorry to hear about Norbert. Thoug…

I was sad when he died

I was sad when he died

I was sad when he died

Liz, Emily, Curtis, and Chris,

I'm sorry for the loss of your dad. I know he was proud of and loved each of you. We're …

Liz, Emily, Curtis, and Chris,

I'm sorry for the loss of your dad. I know he was proud of and loved…

Liz, Emily, Curtis, and Chris,

I'm sorry for the loss of your da…

Bernard, so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. Peace and comfort to you and your family.

Bernard, so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. Peace and comfort to you and your fam…

Bernard, so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. Pe…

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What causes did Norbert care about most?

He loved helping those in need of car repair. He would fix vehicles for free or for…

He loved helping those in need of car repair. He would fix vehicles for free or for very litt…

He loved helping those in need of car repair. He would fix vehicles for free or for very little charge so people in ne…

What were Norbert's favorite vacation spots?

He enjoyed traveling to see his kids who live in various states around the USA.

He enjoyed traveling to see his kids who live in various states around the USA.

He enjoyed traveling to see his kids who live in various states around the USA.

What were Norbert's favorite ways to spend free time?

Hiking, Fishing, playing pool, when he was younger he flew small planes.

Hiking, Fishing, playing pool, when he was younger he flew small planes.

Hiking, Fishing, playing pool, when he was younger he flew small planes.

What were Norbert's favorite sports teams?

When we were growing up he always tuned into Nascar Races

When we were growing up he always tuned into Nascar Races

When we were growing up he always tuned into Nascar Races

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Born

June 15th, 1962

Passed away

May 6th, 2025

Houston, TX

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Method of disposition

Cremation

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Created with love by Elizabeth Gruman (Norbert's daughter) and Curtis Gruman.

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