Norman Erdman Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Norman Erdman (Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin), who passed away on December 11, 2025 at the age of 89. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Norman Erdman to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Erdman and Mary Erdman (Vingleman); and his siblings, Gene Erdman (Sandy) and Bette Kane (Pete). He is survived by: his wife Elaine Wodke; his daughters, Jane Rusch (Paul), Joan Raplinger (Scott) and Joyce Ursin (Dan); his grandchildren, Amy Root (Geoff), Kate Stenzel (Jordan), John Rusch (Amanda), Mark Rusch, Kendal Ursin (Will), Jenny Rusch, Evan Ursin and Matt Rusch (Shanah); and his brother Kenny Erdman (Lynn). He is also survived by several great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 20th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St John Lutheran Church (8020 S Park Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 20th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. The inurnment will be held on Saturday, December 20th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the St John Lutheran Parish Cemetery (8020 S Park Rd, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494).