Norin Hilmer Korsmo
Friday, October 22, 1926
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Age:
89 years old
Friday, October 22, 1926
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Age:
89 years old
Friday, October 22, 1926
Date of Death:
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Age:
89 years old
Norin Hilmer Korsmo
Norin Korsmo, 89, of Rochester passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016 under hospice care in Rochester.
He was born Norin Hilmer Korsmo October 22, 1926 in Northwood, North Dakota to Norin H. Korsmo, Sr. and Hilda (Hovland) Korsmo. He served in the US Army from 1949 to 1951, attaining the rank of corporal and was stationed at Camp Rucker, Alabama. On August 18, 1962 he married Joan Evjen O’Connor.
Norin worked as a salesman for Reynolds Wholesale in Rochester for 39 years and retired in 1992. He later worked for Minter Weisman (who bought Reynolds Wholesale in 1986) in addition to working for other companies. Throughout the years he belonged to many groups, including Pheasants Forever, Rochester Gun Club, Shriners, Early Risers Exchange Club, Noon Exchange Club, Bible study groups, Monday Quarterback Club and his poker group for 60 years.
He is survived by his wife, Joan; a daughter, Robyn Perez; grandchildren Melissa (Ryan) Perez Murphy of Welch, MN, Nicholas Perez and Timothy Perez, both of Dublin, OH. Surviving great-grandchildren are Reagan and Knox Murphy of Welch, MN. Also surviving are his brother, Richard Korsmo and sisters, Lenore Meland and Valborg (Ingvald) Berdal. In addition he is also survived by sister-in-law, Mary Korsmo and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Joseph, Alvin and Peder and a sister, Solveig Strand. He was also preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Wesley Meland and sisters-in-law Dolores Korsmo and Beatrice Korsmo.
A memorial service is scheduled at 11:00 a.m., March 14th, 2016 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester officiated by Rev. Norman Wahl. Visitation will be at the church, one hour prior to the service. Military rites will be provided at the church by American Legion Post 92. Norin’s cremains will be inurned in the church’s columbarium upon completion of its construction.
Memorials are suggested to Bethel Lutheran Church and Seasons Hospice.
Condolences
The family of Norin Hilmer Korsmo has received the following condolences.
Dear Joan and family -
This corner of the world has lost a true friend, a fun friend, a good and Godly man. We are so sad for your loss and the loss of everyone who knew and loved Norin.
We cannot join you, but want to send our love.
Brad and Suzi Stellmaker
We were so sad to hear of Norins passing. Wish we could be there to honor his life today. Please know that we are praying for you all. Much love, The Sembricks
I met Norin through Jim Korsmo. (Jim and I are business partners at the Tile Superstore.) It was always such a pleasure to see Norin. He had that big smile and was always very fun to talk to. He'd also stop in to drop off some of those very tasty North Dakota potato's for Jim and would share a couple with me! My husband Kevin and I always enjoyed them! Norin truly was a blessing to all those who knew him and I will truly miss him. My sympathy's to you all.
We send our deepest condolences. Norin was a warm, kind-hearted man of incredible spirit. He always said how blessed he was to have such a lovely wife and family. We should all conduct our lives the way he did. Our sympathy goes out to his family and many friends.
Norin was a kind and thoughtful man. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. We have lost a wonderful soul who will be sorely missed. My heart and love go out to his family in this time of loss.
We are thinking of you all and wanted to let you know we will hold fond memories of Norin in our hearts. Sending you all peaceful thoughts and heartfelt sympathy.
Love,
Sandy and Mark Perez
I always smiled every time I ran into Norin as I knew we would tease each other and share a good laugh. I will miss these impromptu meeting, but cherish their memories. My thoughts and prayers for the entire family.