Jane Norman

Jane Norman

October 07, 1954 - November 23, 2019

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Jane Norman, 65, Jamestown, ND, died early Saturday morning, November 23, 2019 at her home in Jamestown.

Jane Ecker was born Oct 7, 1954, the daughter of Robert and Beverly Ecker (Buechler) at Moorhead, MN. She grew to womanhood in the Fargo area and moved to Jamestown in the fall of 1971, the year before her junior year.  She graduated from Jamestown High School.  After high school she joined the US Air Force attending basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas.  She was stationed in Mississippi, until she was medically honorably discharged.

She and Keith Norman were married August 12, 1989 at Jamestown, ND.  They made their home in Jamestown.  Jane worked at the ND State Hospital in Jamestown as part of the clerical staff; after which she worked for the Stutsman County State’s Attorney office for 2 years.  In 2006 she and Keith started operating the Great Stories Bookshop, until 2010.  Since then she has been semi-retired.

Jane was a member of the First United Methodist Church.  She was a very talented artist.  She enjoyed reading and loved her animals.

Surviving are her husband, Keith; 1 sister, Deb (George) Kuhler, Huron, SD; her mother; 2 nieces, Karen (Chad) Hutchinson, Sylvania, OH  and Ellen (Kersten) Kappmeyer, Alexandria, MN; 3 great nieces and 1 great nephew, Julia and Lauren Hutchinson and Katherine and Andrew Kappmeyer.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Ecker; mother in-law, Viola Norman and brother in-laws, Michael and Joel Norman.

Memorial Service- 2:30 PM Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at the Haut Funeral Chapel in Jamestown, ND

Interment will be in the spring at St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery in Monango, ND

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Kaye John
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I recall working with Jane at the radio station. We would have the best visits chatting about animals, our love for the color purple and different recipies. Jane and Keith also adopted one of the first dogs from Prairie Paws, a Dachshund named Divet. I enjoyed her stories about the cute things Divet would do and brought so much joy to her life.<br>Prayers and healing to Keith, Michelle and the family during this time of loss.
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Pam Phillips
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Pam Phillips
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I have known Jane for a long time. Her romance with Keith was special. I was thrilled when they got married. Life hasn't always been kind to Jane, but she bravely met all obsticals and persevered. I will miss seeing her and hearing her laugh. We shared many stories that only the 2 of us understood. God received a new saint. God Bless you Jane. Love Pam Phillips
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Connie Nelson
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Jane was one ofmy five cousins, and since she was younger than me, I have known her my entire life. I spent a lot of time with the Ecker family in Fargo while I was growing up, since our mother's were sisters. I can tell you that Jane was always a unique personality! I know her animals were always special to her and Keith. They were a tight knit couple, so I'm sure that this adjustment will take some time for Keith, Deb and George, and Bev, too. <br>Today, I've learned how tough it is to get from Santa Fe to Jamestown during Thanksgiving week. I really wanted to be with all of you, but since I can't, just be sure that I will be thinking of all of you. Love, "Cuz"
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Pam Pence
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Jon and I are shocked to hear of Jane's passing yesterday morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I remember all the fun times we had when I first moved to Jamestown. She had shown me how to be on my own back in 1981-1982. Love and hugs to all of you! Jon and Pam (Siede) Pence, Rhinelander WI
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Maureen
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So sorry to hear of Jane's passing. She had a love of books and animals that were second to none. Keith, you and her family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven gained an angel. May she rest in peace.

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