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Norman was a wonderful man. He had a huge impact on my spiritual life. I will be forever grateful!
Michael Smith
May 17, 2024 | Friend


Roanoke, Virginia
Jun 7, 1926 – May 19, 2023
Norman Kenneth Bakken was born in St. Croix County, WI, on June 7th, 1926 and passed away on May 19th, 2023 in the nursing care facility of Brandon Oaks retirement community in Roanoke, VAThe son of Norwegian immigrants, Norman was raised in Everett, WA and married his childhood sweetheart Ginger...
Read MoreNorman was a wonderful man. He had a huge impact on my spiritual life. I will be forever grateful!
Michael Smith
May 17, 2024 | Friend
Dr Baaken was my sponsor when ordained in '78. My senior year we had many enjoyable badminton games. His lectures were filled with energy. San Antonio
James Bendon
September 13, 2023 | School
Good to see that a fellow Auggie and pastor led such an impressive and fulfilling life.
John luoma
June 06, 2023 | School

Susan and Ray Johnson
May 31, 2023

Susan and Ray Johnson
May 31, 2023
Kjaereste Mary, Mark, John and all the families, I can only think of our Uncle Norman as he has always been...so vibrant and loving and filled with fun as he told us Norwegian "yokes", participated in our family talent shows through the years, and shared the stories that he and Aunt Ginger created in their adventurous life they made together. We are sad that we didn't make the trekk out to see him this year, but my heart is gladdened to think of all the siblings, Norm, Mom (your Auntie...
Susan and Ray Johnson
May 31, 2023
I enjoyed knowing Norm and Ginger when they first moved to Blacksburg. On Pentecost, this coming Sunday, I will wear the Pentecost stole he gave me and remember him as a scholar, a mentor, a colleague, a fellow art lover, and a friend.
The Rev. Kelly M. Sisson
May 23, 2023 | Other