Norma Jean Bogner, aged 79, passed away at home on January 3, 2026. Norma was born August 4, 1946, in Muskegon, Michigan to Albert and Claudia (Peterson) Bielinski. She was a proud graduate of Muskegon High School. During the summer of 1964, Norma met her future husband Lyle, and they were married December 27, 1969, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Muskegon. During their wonderful 56 year marriage, they were blessed with three children and seven grandchildren. Norma enjoyed a long career working for several corporations and even operating her own business. After moving to Lowell in 1994, Norma worked for Amway Corporation, where she retired in 2013. After retirement, Norma and Lyle enjoyed traveling around the US for Lyle’s Army reunions and visiting Las Vegas every winter. Always a game enthusiast, Norma enjoyed many years in a bowling league, playing in a euchre club and in recent years, playing Mexican Train Dominoes. Above all else, Norma loved spending time with her family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Norma is survived by her husband Lyle; her children Todd Bogner of Muskegon, Wendy (Zachery) Caccia of Rockford, IL, and Amy (CJ) Moore of Grand Rapids; her grandchildren Skyler Bogner (fiance Kainen Grant), Joslynne Bogner, Nicolette Caccia, Vincent Caccia, Anthony Caccia, Clara Moore and James Moore; brother and sisters-in-law Carol Hopma, Pat Bogner, Warren and Deb Bogner, Joyce and Greg Vandervere, Janice and Marty Mangino; and many nieces and nephews. Norma was preceded in death by her parents and brothers-in-law Dale Bogner and Jerry Hopma. Visitation will be Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 2-4pm and 6-8pm, with rosary at 7:30pm, at Roth-Gerst Funeral Home, 305 N Hudson St, Lowell, MI. Mass of Christian Burial will occur Friday, January 9, 2026, at 11am at St. Patrick Parish, 4351 Parnell Ave NE, Ada, MI 49301 with Fr. Tom Cavera as celebrant. Interment will be at St. Patrick Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to West Michigan Hospice or Susan Mast ALS Foundation. The family would like to thank the caring staff of West Michigan Hospice, as well as the staff of the Susan Mast ALS Foundation for all their support during the last year.
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My thoughts and prayers to your entire family. I worked with Norma for years at Amway. She was a great person and great colleague – and know that she will be greatly missed.
So sad to hear the news of Norma’s passing! I had the pleasure of working with Norma for many years in the Finance Division at Amway Corporation. I will always remember Norma as being incredibly helpful; we had many pleasant and fun conversations over the years. She was a great colleague and friend! I extend my condolences and prayers for peace and comfort for Lyle and the rest of Norma’s family during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to the Bogner family and all who knew and loved Norma. I had the pleasure of working directly with Norma for years at Amway and considered her a dear friend. Norma was resourceful and always eager to help with anything. I remember Norma as caring and always ready with a smile and a word of encouragement…and even personal advice which I sought from her often as we shared family joys and struggles. She loved her family so. I know she will be greatly missed by many. My prayers are with you all.
I was so sorry to hear of Norma’s passing. We were cousins, but both being busy with our own growing families, had not been in touch for some time. I have so many memories from our early years! My thoughts and prayers are with Lyle and the rest of the family.
So sorry for your loss Lyle. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.