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Robert Charles Norman, age 68, of Shawano, passed away on Saturday March 7, 2026, at his home. Robert was born on May 13, 1958, in Madera, California to the late J.B. and Elizabeth (Lewis) Norman. He was raised in California and attended high school while working as a mechanic for many years. On April 15, 1984, Robert was united in marriage to Kay Marie Shelby in Las Vegas, Nevada. The couple moved to the Shawano area in 1994. He drove truck for many years before starting North Shore Club of Shawano with his wife for five years. Robert was able to retire in 2022 during that time he loved to go fishing, camping, woodworking and being out on the boat.
Robert is survived by his wife 41 years, Kay Norman; children, April Norman and Josh (Emily) Norman; his beloved dog, Gracie; grandson, Christian James Norman; sisters, Debra (Richard) Clayton and Victoria Bishop. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Robert is preceded in death by his brothers, Glen Norman and James Norman; and parents, J.B. Norman and Elizabeth Lewis.
Celebration of life will be held at a later date.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Mindy at ThedaCare and the Cancer Center at Froedtert Medical Center.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
518 W Fifth Street, Shawano, WI 54166

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