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Norma Back

June 27, 1952 — January 20, 2019

Norma J. Back, age 66, of Sheboygan went to be with The Lord on Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Kalamazoo, MI on June 27, 1952 to the late Marinus and Trynea (Vander Vos) Yzenbaard. She attended Kalamazoo Christian School and graduated from Kalamazoo Christian High School. Norma furthered her education and received a Bachelors Degree in Teaching at Dordt College in Sioux Center, IA. She taught at Oostburg Christian School and then dedicated over 25 years teaching within the Sheboygan Area School District. She was a faithful member of Christ Community Church where she served as a Deacon and a Sunday School Teacher. She also enjoyed volunteering with the Friendship Clubs of the Sheboygan and Oostburg communities.
Norma was united in marriage to the love of her life Kenneth H. Back on June 20, 1981 in Kalamazoo, MI. He preceded her in death on July 13, 1994.
Norma enjoyed gardening, crocheting, putting together puzzles and making photo albums for her children and grandchildren.
Norma is survived by her children, Julie (David) Theune of Oostburg, Jana (Jonathan) Shufflebotham of Oostburg and Jonathan Back of Sheboygan; grandchildren, Linsey and Kenton Theune and Bryson and Brielle Shufflebotham; sisters, Karen (Kenneth) Kobes and Linda (Fred) Miller; a brother Richard (Jan) Yzenbaard; brothers-in-law, Steve Back, Dale (special friend Kristi) Back and Tom (Linda) Back; and further nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service for Norma will be held at 5 PM on Friday, January 25, 2019 at Christ Community Church, 428 Geele Ave. in Sheboygan, with Pastor Josh Van Engen officiating. Family will greet visitors at the church on Friday from 2 PM until the time of service. Norma will be laid to rest at Gibbsville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Norma's name.
The family would like to personally thank Dr. Bettag and the staff at Matthews Oncology for the wonderful care given to Norma in the last few years. They would also like to thank the staff at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for the care and compassion shown to both Norma and her family.

Visitation
Friday, January 25, 2019
2:00 PM 1/25/2019 2:00:00 PM - 5:00 PM 1/25/2019 5:00:00 PM
Christ Community Church

428 Geele Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081

Christ Community Church
428 Geele Ave Sheboygan 53081 WI
United States
Funeral Service
Friday, January 25, 2019
5:00 PM 1/25/2019 5:00:00 PM
Christ Community Church

428 Geele Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081

Christ Community Church
428 Geele Ave Sheboygan 53081 WI
United States
Location

Gibbsville Cemetery Final Resting Place

Hwy 32 at the intersection of County Rd W.
Oostburg, WI 53070

Hwy 32 at the intersection of County Rd W. Oostburg 53070 WI
United States
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