Norman D. Swank

A celebration of life for Norman D. Swank will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Newton Church of the Way. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 at the Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton. In lieu of flowers, a memorial may be left to Norm’s family, in his name.

Norman Dean Swank, 68, of Reasnor, the son of John H. and Gertrude (Olsthoorn) Swank, was born Nov. 18, 1946, in Newton. He graduated from the Pella Christian High School, Class of 1965. Norm had served his country for six years with the Iowa Army National Guard.

On July 28, 1967, Norm was united in marriage with Darlene Cossel. Norm was a master craftsman, owning and operating Swank Custom Cabinets in Reasnor, for 45 years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, archery and the outdoors. On July 14, 2007, Norm was united in marriage with Karol Vanderloo at Stoney Point, south of Reasnor. His church was an important part of his life, and he was a member of the Newton Church of the Way, a member of the Pella Masonic Lodge #55, Shriners International, Iowa State Archery Association, National Field Archery Association, life member of GWRRA and Benefactor member of the NRA. Norm loved spending time with his family and working alongside his sons.

Norm entered into the gates of Glory Wednesday evening, Nov. 11, 2015, at his home in Reasnor. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his son Eric Aug. 4, 2011.

Those left to honor Norm’s memory include his wife Karol Swank; his daughter Lynnae (Jim) Osterson; his sons, Calvin (Debbie) Swank, Shawn Swank, Chad (Jodi) Swank and Mark (Callie) Swank; step-daughters, Alisa (David) Jordan and Rondi (Kevin) Kaminski; his many grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and his many friends.

Online condolences may be left for the family at: www.pencefh.com.