Norman Kenneth Dorn, 86, Green Bay, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2024, lovingly surrounded by his family to help him transition home to the Lord. He knew Jesus as his Lord and Savior which we are so thankful for. He was born January 21, 1938, in Antigo to William Henry and Clara (Lukas) Dorn.

Norm graduated from Antigo High School, Class of 1956. He graduated from UW - Stevens Point in January of 1961 with his bachelor's degree. He went on to the University of Pennsylvania obtaining his master's in education in June of 1965.

He joined the Wisconsin Army National Guard in 1956 and was a member of units located in Stevens Point, Antigo and Green Bay until 1968. He joined the 5045TH USAR School in Madison and was an instructor with the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College until September of 1983. At that time, he joined the 84TH Division as director of the Leadership Academy and was later was the Battalion Commander of the 2dBn,274TH Armory until August of 1987. Norman was promoted to the rank of Colonel and then served as a school liaison officer with West Point Military Academy. He retired in 1991 as a colonel.

Norm taught at Washington Junior High School and West High School in Green Bay. He had a true passion for his students and their knowledge. He primarily taught math and geometry, and was also a wrestling coach. He retired from teaching in 1994.

On November 1, 1958, Norman married Janet Ione Duranceau in Dubuque, IA. Together they raised three children and celebrated 54 years of marriage. She preceded him in death on September 19, 2013.

He was a lifelong and very active member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, where he enjoyed the many activities of the congregation. He had served as the Chairman of the finance committee and trustees, and he and his wife Janet were advisors for the senior high youth for nine years.

As an active member of his Green Bay community, that also meant that Norm was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan. He enjoyed the game, just as much as he enjoyed coordinating tailgating parties. Norm also liked to play many different card games, golf and his number one passion was woodworking.

In the last 15 years, Norm lived at Brookview Meadows Assisted Living. He enjoyed his time as a resident, but also made sure he was involved and helping work, different activities and events.

He is survived by his children, Daniel K. (Cynthia) Dorn, Timothy A. (Clare Wire) Dorn; Kristine L. (Robert) Piper; grandchildren, Ryan Dorn, Gabrielle Dorn, Jordan (William) Speckeen, Noah Dorn, Amber Piper, Jacob (Stephanie) Piper, Paiton (Adam Arendt) Piper, Taigan Piper, Johnathon (Jasmine) Borzick, Kaylin (Josh) Lamm; 7 great-grandchildren and 1 on the way; siblings, Marilyn (Dave) Jacobs, Gordon Dorn, Harlan (Judy) Dorn; and a sister-in-law, Carole Dorn.

Norman was preceded in death by his wife, Janet; his parents; a special friend, Dolly Knier; a brother, Gary Dorn; and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Dorn.

Friends and family will gather at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., on Saturday, January 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Memorial Service will begin at 12:00 p.m. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staffs of Brookview Meadows and Bellin Hospital for their wonderful care.