Obituary: Norman Fauske

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In memory of

Norman Fauske

of Wall, South Dakota, died on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at the Hospice of the Hills in Rapid City at the age of 74

Norman was born to Ingebert and Paula (Kraft) Fauske in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After a brief stay in Bison, South Dakota, they returned to the Fauske Farm near Quinn, South Dakota, where Norman resided and worked for the remainder of his life. Norman attended twelve years of school in Quinn, graduating from Quinn High School in 1956. After high school he attended South Dakota State University and graduated in 1960 with a degree in Animal Husbandry. Norman was commissioned to the United States Army and later joined the National Guard unit in Philip, South Dakota.
Norman married Lorraine Eisenbraun on December 26, 1965 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Creighton. Norman cherished his family and was so proud of all their accomplishments. Norman’s family remembers him as a husband, dad and grandpa who was always there for them.
Norman ranched and farmed his entire life on the family farm until his health forced him to retire. He was a master wood crafter and enjoyed sharing his work with family and friends.
Baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and a member of First Lutheran Church of Wall, Norman was a spiritual guide who professed his love for the Lord. Teaching Sunday School to the junior high students gave Norman much joy in sharing the scriptures.
Norman is survived by his loving wife Lorraine; daughter Jana Nelson of Eden Prairie, MN; daughter Lisa (David) Schalk of Novato, CA; son Mark (Alyson) Fauske of Eden Prairie, MN; grandchildren Noah, Caitlin, Levi and Callie; sister Esther (Bob) Schrunk of Marshall, MN; brother David (Donna) Fauske of Wall, SD; sister Barbara Fauske of Castle Rock, CO; sister Mary (Dale) Tweden of Parker, CO; sister Karen (Jim) Lamback of Alexandria, VA; mother-in-law Margaret Eisenbraun of Creighton, SD; sister-in-law Alice Richter of New Underwood; sister-in-law Anna (Don) Brown of Elko, NV; sister-in-law Alma (Gene) Crosbie of New Underwood; brother-in-law Fred (Doris) Eisenbraun of Creighton; five aunts Goldie Eisenbraun of Rapid City SD, aunt Gertrude Ring of McKinney, TX, aunt Margaret (Bud) Bousfield of Parker, SD, aunt Ann McMahon of Quapaw, OK, aunt Mary Ann Fauske of Sioux Falls, SD; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Norman was preceded in death by parents Ingebert and Paula (Kraft), a brother Paul, a son-in-law Danny Nelson, his father-in-law Oscar Eisenbraun, and a brother-in-law Ted Richter.
Visitation was held 5-7 p.m. Monday, June 17 at the First Lutheran Church of Wall, with a prayer service to follow.
Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 18 at the First Lutheran Church in Wall, with Pastor Curtis Garland officiating.
Interment was at the Creighton Cemetery.
A lunch was held at Emmanuel Lutheran Church of Creighton following the interment.
The family requests that those wishing to provide a memorial in lieu of flowers may send it to the John T. Vucurevich Cancer Care Institute or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

FUNERAL SERVICES
Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 10:00 a.m.
First Lutheran Church
Wall, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Curtis Garland
MUSIC
Mary Kay Wilson - Organist
First Lutheran Church Choir
USHERS
Paul Goldhammer - Lyle Jarvis
PALLBEARERS
Jana Fauske Nelson - Lisa Schalk
David Schalk - Mark Fauske
Alyson Fauske - Dustin Lurz
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Norman’s Grandchildren
Noah Schalk - Caitlin Fauske
Levi Schalk - Callie Fauske
GODCHILDREN
Gene Drewitz - Robb Schrunk - Jayme Brown
Heather Otten - Katherine Nelson - Amy Fauske
Casey Crosbie - Jamie Lamback
Matthew Eisenbraun
INTERMENT
Creighton Cemetery
Creighton, South Dakota

Visitation: 5-7 pm Monday, June 17 at the First Lutheran Church in Wall.
Prayer service: 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 17, at the First Lutheran Church in Wall.
Funeral services: 10:00 am Tuesday June 18, at the First Lutheran Church in Wall.
Interment: Creighton Cemetery

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Lorraine, Jana, Lisa, Mark and families,
Our prayers to you at this difficult time. May your faith be your strength. ~ Kevin & Jody Bielmaier Family Wall, SD (6/15/2013)
Lorraine & Family, Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all, Norman will be missed by all who knew him. ~ Marv & Jeanne Botz Wall, SD (6/15/2013)
Lorraine, Jana, Lisa, Mark and families,
When my mom told me that Norman had passed I thought about all the times I saw him at family events, both happy and sad and that he always made me smile. I will remember his kindness. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ~ Michelle Ferguson Yorktown Heights, NY (6/15/2013)
Lorraine and family: Our sympathy to you and your family. Prayers for all of you. ~ Buster & Nancy Peterson Kadoka (6/15/2013)
Lorraine & Family With deepest sympathy on the loss of Norman. May God bring you comfort and strength in the days ahead. Cherish the memories of your time together. ~ Terry & Sue Peters Wall (6/15/2013)
So sad Norman is gone. I always enjoyed his visits with me when I worked at the Mall. Such a good friend. So sorry for the family. He will be missed by everyone. ~ Margie Huether Martin 3210 Elm Ave, Rapid City, SD (6/15/2013)
Lorraine, Jana, Lisa, Mark and families,
Norman was such a wonderful, caring man and will be missed by so many people. We haven't the words to express or sorrow for your loss, please know that you are all in our prayers. May God's love comfort you. ~ Janet & Kenneth Wall (6/15/2013)
Lorraine and family,
My Deepest Sympathy! You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord Be with you now and always. I will always remember how he used to tease and pick on me. ~ Fawna Geigle Sturgis, SD (6/15/2013)
Lorraine and family, what a good life Norm had, my prayers are with you at the time in your life. Always remember, When someone you love becomes a memory, The memory becomes a treasury. Lorraine, the next time I see you I will have a hug for my "Favorite Teacher". ~ Debbe Bryan Wall (6/15/2013)
I am so sorry for your loss. May it help you to know that God says at Psalms 46:1 that he is a refuge and strength a help that is readily to be found during distresses. So please go to him and taste and see that he is willing and able to strengthen you and your family in the days ahead. I hope this help you in your time of need. ~ Mary Miller det, mi (6/15/2013)
Lorraine & Family,
I was so sorry to read of Norman's death. You are in my prayers. God bless you. My deepest sympathy, Pat (Rhynard) Buck ~ Patricia Buck Casper, WY (6/15/2013)
What a tremendous loss to lose Normon at such an early age. I remember Norman most from my childhood visits to the Fauske spread where he was the absolute best at ghost stories in the barn and of course "snipe" hunting in the fields. He had such a wonderful sense of humor and unlimited patience with all the younger kids. I know he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to all his family.
Lois ~ Lois (Fauske) Whisennand 201 Mourning Dove Ln., Buda, Tx (6/15/2013)
Sorry to hear about Norman...he was a great guy and will be missed. Prayers for his family ~ Gloria Mortensen Belle Fourche, SD (6/15/2013)
We are so saddened to read of Norman's passing, but trust that he is now in the comfort and love of his savior. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family.

Arlene Mills and family ~ Arlene Mills Hermosa, South Dakota (6/15/2013)
Lorraine and family. Our love and prayers are with you at this time. Susan and Denny ~ Denny & Susan Walsh Miami, FL. (6/15/2013)
So sorry to hear about Norman. You are in my prayers. You have the Faith and Family that will help you ! ~ Sharon {Clark} Dodge 3626 Bunker Dr. RC, SD (6/15/2013)
Lorraine, Jana, Lisa and Mark -- I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Norman. What I remember best about him was his smile and easy way of giving me a hard time. He is at peace now. ~ Wendy Eisenbraun Quinn, SD (6/15/2013)
Lorraine and Family So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all. ~ Cleo Williams Rapid City, SD (6/15/2013)