"Mark & Brothers & Families - sending sincere condolences. Not sure how many memories you all have of the times shared as kids when our dads were both working at Rochester Dairy/Polly Meadows but I have many. Especially when my dad was putting a basement under our house in Byron. Miss seeing you Mark - hope you?re all doing well. "
In loving memory of
Norma Adella Strelow
June 24, 1931 - February 13, 2023
Norma Adella Strelow, age 91 of Rochester, passed away on February 13, 2023 at Seasons Hospice House.
Norma was born on June 24, 1931 to Herbert and Adella (Wokersein) Koeller in Altura, MN. Norma married Robert Strelow on April 16, 1949 in Nodine, MN. Together they moved to Rochester in 1957 and raised their family. In addition to being a busy mother to their four boys, Norma was involved in numerous volunteer opportunities throughout her life. In her free time, she also liked to read, knit and garden. Most of all, Norma loved to spend time with family and friends.
Norma is survived by her children Wayne (Claudia) of Stuart, Florida, David (Peggy) of Kansas City, Kansas, Dan (Darlene) of Barneveld, Wisconsin and Mark (Tonya) of Kasson Minnesota; 9 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren; and one brother Charles (JoAnn) Koeller; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents; husband Robert; and daughter-in-law Nancy.
Memorial Service for Norma will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at Bethel Lutheran Church,810 3rd Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904. Burial will be at Grandview Memorials Gardens. Visitation will be held from 5-7PM on Monday, February 20, 2023 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal PL NW, Rochester, MN 55901, and also one hour prior to the service at church on Tuesday.
Memorials suggested to Paws and Claws and Salvation Army.
Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes is honored to be serving the Strelow family; to share a special memory or condolence please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com.
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"So many good memories of Norma and Bob at the Log Cabin Restaurant. Always a good time. RIP"
"We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with all of you - Wayne, David, Dan and Mark and your families. Rosie (Strelow) and Duane Evans"
"A favorite aunt and dear friend to my parents. I remember many fun picnics in the Arches Park with our cousins. Norma always had an infectious laugh and good humor with never a dull moment in her presence. My deepest sympathies to family . Cherish the fond memories. Sandi"
"Norma made a big impression on me throughout my childhood and later in life. She was always fun to talk to and be around. My sympathies to the family- I wish I could be at the services. I will be thinking of you all and praying for your peace!"