Norbert B. “Norb” “Sonny” Halbisen, 80, of Fremont, OH passed away at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, October 6, 2015. He was born on December 20, 1934 in Fremont, the son of Norbert E. and Rose (Metter) Halbisen.
Norb married Mary E. (Benlein) on August 15, 1964 in Fremont and they just celebrated their fifty-first wedding anniversary. He worked as a Press Operator at Whirlpool Corporation for over twenty-five years, retiring in 1998. Norb had also worked at Clyde Motor Land, Dave’s Body Shop and Tschumy’s. He was a member of the NRA and the Sportsman Club in Gibsonburg. Norb enjoyed hunting, fishing with the grandkids, watching NASCAR and drag racing.
Norb is survived by his wife, Mary E., Fremont, OH; daughters, Pamela (Hunter) Raiford, Jacksonville, FL, Tina Belknap, Toledo, OH, Ann Marie (Greg) Meek, Fremont, OH, Amanda (David) Gebauer, Clyde, OH; mother, Rose Halbisen, Fremont, OH; sisters, Sharon Walby, Brenda (Jim) Lankford, Annie (Dick) Mowry, Theresa (Ross) Blymer, Janice Falsetti, Crystal Wilkinson; brothers, Francis “Wance”, Dennis (Karen), Edward (Aggie), James, David, Kenneth (Peggy) and Matthew (Vee) Halbisen; grandchildren, Hunter Jr., Amber, Jeremy, Erica, Michelle, Ashley and Jenna; step grandchildren, Zack and Hannah; great grandchildren, Aiden, Jase, Elijah, Alexia, Jeremy Jr., Christian, Justice, Jada and Angel; step great-grandson, Laine; sister-in-law, Fran Benlein.
He was preceded in death by his father; infant daughter, Mary Angela (1971); brothers, Paul and George and son-in-law, Scott Belknap.
Services are private for the family.
Memorials can be made to St. Ann Catholic Church or Hospice of ProMedica Memorial Hospital.
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Bobbie Biller
Mary and family, my thoughts are with and your family.. My god comfort you and give you strength.
kathywachsman
Mary and family so sorry to hear about y
our husband , father and grandfather . My
prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
May he rest in peace and let the shinning light shine upon him , Let the lord keep a shinning light upon you all . No more suffering for him . Rest in peace norb.
Laurie Collins
So sorry for your loss. God bless you all. Xoxo
Julie Aldrich
Mary and family.. Brenda too… You have my sincere thoughts and prayers at this time. Be open to “God Moments”… it is amazing how our loved ones let us know they are near..
…..Julie Ritchart Aldrich
Glenn & Becky Baker
Mary, Mandy & entire family. Our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of Norb. His struggle was rewarded by the love he received. Always remember the “good” times as well as the bad. Our prayers are with you.
The Baker Family
Jan Falsetti
Mary,Pam,Tina,Ann Marie & Mandy, My heart goes out to all of you at this time of sadness. I know my brother will be missed by so many. He had such an amazing family & now his new family up in Heaven will continue where we all left off. I am so very sorry for our loss. I love you all.
Faye
Mary, Mandy, Ann Marie and all, so sorry to hear about your loss. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers as I have in the past months. God speed Norbie, I hope you find a big Buck in Heaven.
kristen black
So very sorry for your liss Annmarie & family. Keeping you in my prayers.
LuAnn Reino Sarnes
Dear Sharon and Family,
So sorry for your loss of Norb. May God hold you all in His love through your sorrow……prayers!
LuAnn
Chuck Pfeil
So sorry for your loss. If there’s anything you need don’t be afraid to ask.
Chuck Pfeil
So sorry for your loss. If there’s anything you need don’t be afraid to ask.
GLENN - MARILYN WEYANT
Sharon , Jan and family
You have our deepest sympathy on the death of Norb
marilyn and glenn
Jody
i am so sorry for you loss, prayers to you all. I know how hard this is. With Norbert Scott and Mike all together Heaven will not be the same. They will all be missed so much. Until we get to see them again we have each other. I love you all.
rita garza
Mary Im so so sorry for your loss.
Nancy & John Kasmierski
Mary and family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God give you the strength to get through these hard times. God Bless.
Andy Brandon
My deepest sympathy to my good ol’ buddy Mandy and the Halbisen family.
Barb Gangwer
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Norb. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Carol McGowan
Mary – So sorry to hear about Norb. His suffering is over and I will pray for you and your family to get through this very sad and difficult time.
GARY & MARY LOU COOPER
Mary and Family.
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family over the death of Sonny. We have many good memories of him and the earlier years , along with the Cam Toter’s car club. Peace be with you all, Gary and Mary Lou
Mary & Gary Franks
Dear Mary & Family:
So Sorry to hear about Norb’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pamela Halbisen Raiford
Mom I am so sorry for our loss. Dad’s suffering is over and I will pray for you and our family to get through this very sad and difficult time.
Dad is our protector, strength, he will always be watching over his girls, Mom, Tina, Ann Marie, Amanda and of course Me.
Silvia Schueren
Ann Marie, Greg, Erica and Michelle,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family at this time. Please take comfort in knowing that you are deeply loved and will be thought of and prayed for in the days ahead.
Lovingly,
The Schueren Family
Jamie & Mike Kochensparger
Dear Ann Marie & Family,
So very sorry for your loss, and sending thoughts and prayers of comfort & strength. We grieve with you and for you.
With deep sympathy,
~ Jamie & Mike