Norman Dobson

Norman Eugene Dobson, age 85, took his final flight home on March 4, 2021, surrounded by loved ones. Norman (Stormin’ Norman) Dobson was born February 17, 1936 in Lineville, Iowa to Clarence and Edith Dobson. He had one sibling Bill Dobson.

Stormin’ Norman was a true patriot, loved his country and served in the U.S. Army from June 1959 through June 1961. His service allowed him to follow his passion and love of flying by using his G.I Bill to take flying lessons. From there he soon became a flight instructor, charter pilot and corporate pilot. He loved to travel and took many trips with his wife Diane and his children. He especially loved his trips to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness for canoeing and fishing, a passion he has enjoyed since he was a kid. Norman grew up on a farm until high school where he learned his hard work ethic and his handyman skills. He enjoyed helping his family and friends with multiple home improvement projects. Hobbies included snow skiing, as he took multiple trips as a member of the Iowa Ski Club, and he loved cheering on the Hawkeyes and Cyclones.

Norm is survived by his loving wife Diane Dobson; daughters Lisa (Joe) Strnad, Cindy (Mark) Miller, sons, Mike (Sue) Dobson, Steve (Jackie) Dobson and 5 grandchildren Riley, Drake, Macie, Trevor and Hunter; many nieces and nephews as well as other loving family and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Edith and his brother Bill and sister-in-law Becky.

A private memorial will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home.

In loving memory of Norm, memorial contributions can be made to the VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS).

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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