Norman T. "Cooler" Findahl Jr.

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Obituary

Norman T. "Cooler" Findahl, Jr.

80, a resident of Hogeye Community near West Fork, Arkansas, passed away May 17, 2008 at the Circle of Life Hospice & Palliative Care Center in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born November 16, 1927 at Waterville, Minnesota, the son of Norman T. and Laura Glotfelter Findahl Sr.

Norman graduated from Shattuck Military Academy and attended the University of Minnesota. He was the owner of American Milling Co. for 20 years and has been a lifelong farmer and rancher.

He was preceded in death by one sister, Ann Stevens.

Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Nadine Findahl of the home; two sons, Norman T. Findahl III and his wife, Anna, and Mark Findahl all of Hogeye, Arkansas; one daughter and son in law, LeAnn and Dewain McKee of Fayetteville, Arkansas; one brother, Roger Findahl of Tulsa, Oklahoma; one sister, Georgianna Seay of Tulsa, Oklahoma; six grandchildren, Travis McKee, Whitney McKee, Lisa Findahl, Adam Findahl, Laura Findahl and Avery Findahl; two great grandchildren, Ethan Oxford and Landon Oxford.

The family will receive friends Monday afternoon from 6:30 until 7:30 p.m. at the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.

Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, May 20, 2008 - 2:00 P.M. at the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, with Larry Little officiating. Interment will be at the Billingsly Cemetery near the family farm.

Memorials may be made to the Circle of Life Hospice - 901 Jones Road - Springdale, Arkansas 72762.

Pallbearers will be Billy Don Cates, Steve Lamm, Roy Reed, Coy McKee, Adam Findahl, and Travis McKee.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com

Funeral Service

Tuesday, May 20, 2008
2:00 pm

Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas

Visitation

Monday, May 19, 2008
10:00 am - 8:30 pm

Luginbuel Chapel - Prairie Grove, Arkansas. The family will visit with friends from 6:30 until 7:30 p.m.

Final Resting Place

Billingsly Cemetery

General

Date of Birth: Nov 16, 1927

Date of Death: May 17, 2008

Age: 80

Documents

Memorial Folder

Tributes

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Thank you so much for allowing me to care for Mr. Findahl during his stay at Washington Regional. What a pleasure to meet him and your entire family. I was so saddened to learn of his passing but take comfort in knowing that he is at peace.

Amy Slane, Rn - 4th Floor Nurse At Washington Regional

I remember Norman as "Cooler" in Minnesota when I was ages 3-6. He was really kind to me and I "looked - up" to him (in more ways than one!) I thought highly of Norman Sr and Laura also...they were like my grandparents! love to all the Findahl family and may Cooler rest in peace! Kohnne (daughter of Phyllis Heikens)

Kohnne Heikens Bippus - Acquaintance

Love to Cooler's family! We had 60 years of friendship and good times! Phyllis

Phyllis Heikens - Acquaintance

Our thoughts and prayers are with you always... With love, Joe & Jennifer Stewart & family

Joe & Jennifer Stewart - Leann McKee

Now that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Aldridge Family - Lisa's 2nd Family

Thinking of you

Pat Crider - Aquaintance

Travis and family, I am sorry for your loss. I know this is a very hard time. Travis if you need anything just let me know. You are in our prayers.

Rhonda Freeman - Friend

Norman was an outstanding man, he was always doing what ever to make everyone around him feal good also, he was a very happy man in him life, he will be very much missed by this world and myself I just thank the Lord that I had the privilage to not only work for this great man and to just know him. I learned so much from Norman. Thank You for being here and touching so many lives. God Bless.

Bobby Stilwell - Past Boss And Friend

I remember the first time I met Norm. It was in April of 1983. I was working for Bierwirth Vet Supply in Fayetteville and once a month the owner Ken Bierwirth would come in town for 2 to 3 days. He was living in Roswell, N.M. at the time. He would call Norm everytime he would come in town and say "Norm, come bring me a check and tell me a joke." Norm would do just that, and everytime I would see him he would tell a joke or would be laughing about something. It's very understandable why he was such a loved man, not only by his family but the community too! May he rest in peace!

David J. Lipsmeyer - Family Friend

I just wanted to say thank you to the Findahl family..thank you for allowing me and my boys to be apart of Normans life for the short time we got to know him. He was just a great man you just knew it!! He was also pretty funny!! From everything I know of him he lived a long great life the way he wanted to live it..you can't ask for much more in life! My prayers are with you Nadine,Leann,Mark,Normey and everyone else in the family. Love always, Kristin, Ethan,Landon.

Kristin McKee - Grandpa "inlaw"

The Hendrix family will be praying for the Findahl family. Please let us know if we can do anything to help.

Dan Hendrix - Friend

Mark, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. We know how close you are with your family and that you will find strength in each other. Please don't hesitate to ask us for any help.

Cindy And Tim Webb - Friend

Just want to say you all are in our prayers. We know this is a very rough time for you and we are thinking of you all. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.

Roger & Carol Hulse - Freind

I just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and your family. I will kee you in my prayers...Love you.

Lynn Byrd - Friend

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rodney And Mandy Uher And Family - Friend

LeAnn and family and Anna and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. I can't imagine the sadness you must be feeling at this time but just remember we are thinking of you.

Melissa Jameson And Family

I CALLED ON NORM WHEN HE WAS AT AMERICAN MILLING!!! ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE!!! MIGHT EVEN TELL YOU THE LATEST JOKE!!! I WILL MISS HIM!!! BUT I BELIEVE HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE THAN ALL OF US HERE ON EARTH!!! MIKE COX

Mike Cox - Norm Was A Friend Of Mine!!

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of need. Please let us know if you need anything.

Jeremy & Kim Oxford - Travis & Kristin McKee

We became aquainted while living on a farm for 11 years...American Milling was the favorite stop for all of us, especially our sons...The youngest one grew up there just about...You never walked in without being met with a sincere smile and a warm feeling from a family ran business of wonderful people...He leaves behind a legacy in his family with their wonderful values..I am sorry to say America is losing such fine men.. Sometimes there are no perfect words, only thoughtful silences that whisper softly of caring..you are all in our prayers and wishing you strength and comfort.....the Bakers GOD BLESS YOU ALL

Mrs Victor G. Baker & Families - Aquaintance

Norman, Anna and Family....was sorry to hear about your dad...I was with Joel in the hospital during your sad time, sorry I could not be there. May your memories & God's love bring you comfort at this trying time. All of the family are in my prayers.

Cynthia Boling - Anna's Cousin

May God comfort you with His love in this time of loss. We have been blessed to experience so many exciting changes in our lifetime ! Marina and I have moved from Mountain View to Atlanta, Georgia to be nearer to major medical. In Christ's love, Cedric Gifford.

Cedric Gifford - Classmate At Shattuck School

I really met "Cooler" for the first time in 2006. I liked him immediately and looked forward to many more visits with him. Unfortunately life doesn't work that way. I will always remember my visit with him at his home. Praise the Lord for this special person.

Neil & Jan Leum - Cousin