Norman Lee Den Hartog

Birth date: Feb 5, 1929 Death date: Dec 26, 2019

Norman Lee Den Hartog was born to John and Emma (Van Gorp) Den Hartog on February 5, 1929 in Pella, Iowa at home and moved to Knoxville in 6th grade. He was baptized at 3rd Reformed Church in Pella. As a child he loved playing out Read Obituary

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Jenny Schulz

341w ago

My dad Walt Schulz just shared this news on FB and wrote, “He was such a friendly and level headed person. Always looked forward to being in his company.” I knew him as Mr. Den Hartog. He was my shop teacher. Not only was I a terrible woodworker, but it also took my entire tenure in middle school to learn how to spell shop (not shoppe!). He took it all in stride, was the most patient and gentle and easy going teacher. I loved being in his class. Only fondness for him. I’m sorry not to know he wintered in Mesa or I would have looked him up when visiting my dad. My condolences to your family. Jenny Schulz

Jane Ripp

344w ago

Nancy Ashley and Amy and Familes
So sorry to read of your Father and Grandfathers passing.Our prayer are with you at this time.
Sorry we will not be able to attend either service as we will be out of town But know we will be
thinking of you.
Jane and Bill

Jane Ripp

344w ago

Nancy, Ashley and Amy and Families
So sorry to hear of your fathers , Grandfathers death. It has been a very trying month for you families.
our prayers will be with you. Sorry we will not be able to attend either service, we are going to be out
of town. Know we will be thinking of you.
Jane and Bill

Jonathan Alderton

344w ago

I have many fond memories of "Coach" . I was lucky enough to have been Mark's friend. I got to tag along to many basketball games, football games and swim meets. Coach and Mrs Den Hartog were always such warm loving people.
I remember the day my Dad died, Coach came and found me and made sure I was OK and offered to do anything I needed. That small gesture meant a lot.
I'm disappointed that I didn't know he wintered in Mesa, I definitely would have paid him a visit. Please accept my sincere sympathy for this great loss.

Mike Thompson

344w ago

He was always just " coach " to our family. Can't think of a nicer man, what a pleasure to be around ! He once was our neighbor but always a dear friend to the entire Storm Lake Thompson's . He will be missed ! Mike and Rae Thompson

Teresa Thompson Koch

344w ago

I only have positive memories of Norm. He was always so upbeat and friendly. A very classy person. He meant an awful lot to the whole Thompson family!!! From early childhood next-door-neighbor memories to-golfing-with-my-dad-in-retirement memories, he was the best!!! He positively impacted a lot of people, He will be greatly missed.

Carolyn Grimsman

344w ago

Harriet and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Norm. He was always so nice when in HyVee. Always had a quick smile and kind word. My thoughts are with you and your family. May your memories give you peace and comfort.

Timothy Schott

344w ago

My condolences, sympathy, & prayer during these days. Norm was a good neighbor at the condos on West Lakeshore Avenue. Blessings to him & to you, Harriett.

Bill Mittelstadt (1961)

344w ago

Coach Den Hartog was my high school PE and track coach in Storm Lake. He was a very kind man and treated everyone fairly. He made a real effort to teach us a variety of games and activities in PE.

Charles D. Erickson

344w ago

RIP Norm, you will always be Coach.

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