Obituary of Norma Heist

Heist, Norma Jane Passed away suddenly, yet peacefully, at her home in Victoria, MN on July 13 at the age of 86. Norma was preceded in death by her parents, husband Herb, son Barry, and two sisters. Norma was born Aug. 23, 1928 in Palmer, IA. She married Herb in 1947. Herb's career took them from Iowa City, IA to Madison, WI, Boston, MA and finally to Excelsior, MN where they raised their family and Norma began a long and successful career as a real estate closer. Norma treasured summers at her cabin on Lake Vermilion and time spent with family and friends. Among many other interests, Norma loved to travel, entertain, garden and antique. She had a flair for decorating, was an accomplished seamstress, and loved playing cards, especially bridge. Her friendly and competitive nature was evident in everything she did. Norma is survived and lovingly remembered by her daughters Stephanie (Dean) Lindeman, Cannon Falls, Becky Heist O'Connell (Tom), Minneapolis; grandchildren Topher (Pattie) Lindeman, Portland, OR, Tim Lindeman (fiancee Kate Desannoy), Fresno, CA, Sari (Nate) Brouwer, Minneapolis, Corey O'Connell, St. Paul, Taryn O'Connell, Santa Barbara, CA; and great-grandchildren Livi and Ty Brouwer, Minneapolis. Her family will miss her dearly. A celebration of Norma's life will be held on Tuesday, July 21st, 11:00 a.m. with visitation at 10:00 a.m. at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church, West Campus, 7150 Rolling Acres Rd., Victoria, MN. Private inurnment following at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum or the charity of your choice.