Norma “Nana” Agatha Heser passed away on February 4, 2022 peacefully and surrounded by family at NEMHS in Wolf Point, MT.
Norma was born November 22, 1925 on a homestead 12 miles north of Wolf Point to Samuel and Alma McDonell.
She attended Wide Awake Country School for eight years and in the winter would ride with her sisters 3 miles to school in a horse drawn sleigh with heated rocks to keep warm.
She graduated from WPHS in 1945 and then attended Volkman’s Beauty School in Great Falls.
She married Lawrence Heser in 1948 and made their home on the farm south of Wolf Point where they raised chickens, pigs and cattle. Norma loved the farm life, the outdoors, picking field rock by hand, gardening, riding 4-wheelers and snowmobiles, cross country skiing when she was in her 80’s, fishing and camping.
She also loved sewing and making quilts with her grandkids. She also loved baking and cooking for her family especially good were her donuts, brownies and homemade noodles.
Norma is survived by her 3 children, Linda Heser of Wolf Point, Pat Hickok of Missoula and Larry (Eileen) Heser of Wolf Point; 8 grandchildren, Barry (Katie), Tara, Stacie, Shasta, Bridgett, Amber, Kelli and KaDee (John); 14 great grandchildren and a great great grandson on the way and numerous nieces and nephews.
Norma is preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence, her parents and her two sisters, Catherine Sprague and Hazel Rowell.
Rest in peace “Nana”, we love you and will never forget you.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Special Olympics of Montana, 710 1st Avenue North, Great Falls, MT 59401.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Francy Miller says
Linda, Patty, & Larry – I have such fond memories of your family and want you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan D Johnson says
May your sweet memories and your faith sustain you now and in the days to come. We were so sorry to hear of Norma’s passing. I know I will miss seeing her puttering around in the yard when summer comes. May she rest in peace. Ron and Sue
Bonnie says
We have only wonderful memories of your Mother. She was a quiet, warm person! Prayers to our God for comfort
Bonnie and Marlin Reddig
Ray Bets His Medicine says
Linda and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. The road ahead is a sad one but be comforted in knowing she is with her husband now and Jesus.
Betty MacDonald says
Linda, Patty, and Larry and Families
I always enjoyed visiting Norma whenever I saw her. Such a warm heart and a beautiful smile for you. May you all find peace and comfort in the Lord. God is Good! So sorry I missed the services. Love and Prayers to you all!
Warren Crowe says
Larry, Linda, and Pat, your mom lived a long, enjoyable, and happy life. May her memories live on thru you and your children. Thoughts and prayers to you all, your family, and friends.
Gayle O'Tremba says
So sorry for all of you at the passing of your wonderful mother. She was a great person. She and your dad were wonderful neighbors.
My deepest sympathy to you all. May your memories and God’s love comfort you at this time.
Gayle O’Tremba