Zumberge, Nowell John age 52, of Minneapolis, passed away unexpectedly of a stroke on March 8, 2006. He was passionate about his art, nature and his family. Lovingly survived by parents, Norma and Nile; brother Jay (Betsy); sisters, Nancy (Neil) Lueck and Nikki; nephew, Michael; niece, Jeni (Travis) Johnson and many other relatives and friends. Memorials preferred to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Memorial service 7 PM, visitation 6 PM Wed. March 15 at the Cremation Society of MN, 7110 France Av S., Edina 952-924-4100.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
I was just thinking about Nowell today, and remembering that it will be a year ago tomorrow that he died. I know it will be a sad time for his family and friends. But, just think of all of the beautiful artwork that he is providing in Heaven.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Love, Mary Alice
Mary Beckman
March 07, 2007 | Lakeville, MN
I was fortunate to know Nowlie as the good looking kid in the house across the street. He was really a gentle spirit and a gifted artist. When I got older I would run into him with my Dad (who had a real soft spot for him) at the Rainbow where we would share a conversation over a beer. His passing brings back a flood of memories of when Vincent Ave. was arched in Elm Trees and all the homes were filled with kids. My sympathies to his family and all who knew him.
Nancy Rose Pribyl
April 04, 2006 | Bloomington
Kevin and I knew "Nolie" from Al's Bar in St. Louis Park. He was such a wonderful person and friend. A beautiful gem in a raw world. We were blessed to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Nolie's family and loved ones. May God ease your pain quickly. We will cherish our memories of him.
Sherry (Johnson) Coates
March 15, 2006 | Edina, MN
I first met Nowell in grade school, we went to Lake Harriet together. I am deeply saddened by his passing, my prayers are with his family. This to me is a reminder of just how important it is to live life to it`s fullest, because there may not be a tomorrow. God Bless the Zumberges.
Glenn Carlson
March 14, 2006 | Hackensack, MN
To my dear second family, The Zumberge's:
When Nancy called me yesterday to tell me that Nowell had a stroke, and passed away, I just couldn't believe it. I want to send my sincerely sympathy, and love, to you, and all of the family. I have such fond memories of my 10 years as neighbors on Vincent Ave., and of "hanging out" at your house.Thank you for letting me be your "Third Daughter", and for the joy of having my "adopted siblings", Nancy, Jay, Nikki, and Nowell. What fun we...
Mary Alice Beckman
March 12, 2006 | Lakeville, MN
