Norma P. Beerman
April 03, 2015
Norma P. Beerman, 102, passed away on Good Friday, April 3, 2015 at home with her family at her side. She was born on December 29, 1912 in Newell, Iowa to Matt and Mary Nelsen. She lived for much of her youth in Spencer, Iowa, where she graduated from high school in 1930. She was a graduate with honors of both AIB and Buena Vista College. Determined to follow her dream of teaching, she spent her working years as a teacher in schools around her and her husband Harold’s home in Ventura, Iowa.
Upon retirement she moved to Clive to be near her family. She was a passionate volunteer for local causes, including Living History Farms, Johnston Middle School, the State Historical Society, the Parks and Recreation Board, and many others. She refused to sit still if she could be contributing to her community. She loved learning, and was an inspiration to others. She was devout in her love of nature and animals, and resolute in her desire to protect the vulnerable.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Meta; and her loving husband, Harold. She is survived by her children, Mary Bramer and Mark Beerman both of Clive; and her grandchildren, Elizabeth and Matthew Beerman.
Private graveside services will be held. A memorial will be established and may be directed through the family. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Paul & Judy Bissinger
04/12/2015
We lived across the street from Norma on Lincoln Ave. for many years and knowing her was such a joy. We will always have such wonderful memories of her. You were fortunate to have her for so many years.
Eunice kinsella
04/11/2015
Dear Mary, sending love to you and Mark. Your mom and dad were always good friends. Love Eunice.
Veronica Glass
04/10/2015
The world was lucky to have Norma for so many years - Such a great lady! She always made everyone feel special. My sympathy to her family.
Janet Clair Dennis
04/10/2015
I first met Norma when I began working at Living History Farms as a new costumed guide in 1995. She was a lovely lady and so kind in sharing information and tips on how to interest people in the history we shared with them. I remember her very fondly. My sympathies to her family. Such a delightful woman! I feel lucky to have met her.
Cindy Dvorak (Meyer)
04/07/2015
Your one of the finest, caring teachers ever while I was at Ventura. You taught my dad and his siblings, an my brothers and I. I remember where you lived and live only a few blocks from it! You were the best! :-) Rest in Peace! You a favorite to many even after we graduated, classmates would wonder where you were and how you were. My brother even went to Des Moines a few yrs back to see you, cuz you were his fav too!
Gary and Joy Wiggins
04/07/2015
Mary, Mark, Elizabeth, and Matt
We were so very sorry to read Norma had passed away.
We have so many fond memories of the times we spent at "Norma's House". Please know we are thinking of all of you.
In Loving memory of Norma,
Gary & Joy
Diane Deibler
04/07/2015
I taught with Norma almost 38 years ago in Ventura. What a lovely lady she was and took me under her wing as a new teacher to the system. She was a very kind and compassionate person and teacher.
Ron & Dolores Huffman
04/06/2015
We will miss a wonderful friend. Miss het already. Loved her
Very Very much.....