Norbert M. Grosdidier
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Surrounded by family members, Norbert Grosdidier (91) died peacefully at his home in Eudora, Kansas, Monday, November 6, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 11, 2017, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 409 E. 8th, Eudora, Kansas. Burial with military honors will follow at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery.
Norbert was born January 18, 1926, son of George and Anna (Feldkamp) Grosdidier. He was a life-long resident of Eudora. Norbert met the love of his life (Margaret) on a blind date while attending Benedictine College in Atchison. After serving two years as a Navy corpsman following WWII, Norbert returned to Eudora. He and Margaret (Schieberl) were married December 27, 1949. In the years that followed, they had eleven children (29 grandchildren) and built a successful dairy farm. In 1991, they sold the dairy cattle and started their years of travel. Norbert also enjoyed attending Eudora sporting events up until his final month. He instilled in his family the importance of faith, family and service. He volunteered his time serving on the Eudora School board for over 25 years, he also spent time serving on the Holy Family Parish Council, Douglas County Planning Commission, Soil Conservation Board and the Rural Water District Board.
In addition to his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret, he is preceded in death by two grandsons, (Daniel Martin and Doug Williams) and a son-in-law Mac Hermreck. He is survived by his eleven children: Mary and Rick Williams, Martha and Walt Mersmann, Barbara Hermreck, Tricia Grosdidier, David and Karla Grosdidier, Mark Grosdidier, and Ann and Mark Katzenmeier from Eudora; Dody and Paul Neis of Mountain Home, Arkansas; Paul and Tarrie Grosdidier of Wamego; Jim and Debbie Grosdidier of Topeka, and Luci and John Kennedy of Paola. He is also survived by 27 grandchildren and 49 great-grandchildren.
There will be a Rosary, with visitation following, Friday, November 10, 6:00-8:00p.m at Holy Family Catholic Church, Eudora, Kansas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Kansas Honor Flight, St. Theresa’s Society or Holy Family Youth Group.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Norbert’s lovely family and his many friends. Norbert was a kind person and, along with Margaret, raised a lovely family. Although Norbert was so fortunate to live a long life, it still doesn’t soften the pain everyone who loved him feels today.
The world is a better place for having had Norb in it. Thoughts and prayers for his wonderful family
Thinking of you all. So very sorry for your loss!
Your Family is in our prayers!
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Grosdidier. He was such a joy to be around. Please Barb let me know if you and your family need anything.
Growing up together it was always being talked about who’s family is larger. Eleven it was for the both of us… His is a life well spent with good deeds, hard work and a love of life. We are sorry to hear of Norbert’s passing but we hope your sorrow is mitigated by the full life he led and hope you all will enjoy much laughter and cheer and shed a few tears while toasting his legacy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all “11” and the entire Grosdidier Family.
David, I am so sorry for your family’s loss.
Barb, it was so good to run into you recently and catch up a bit. However, I was so sorry to learn of your father’s death. You and your family are in my prayers. Take care!
Dear Tricia and Grosdidier family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. It’s been many years since I’ve seen any of you, but I still hold your family in my heart. I remember fun times going home to your farm for the weekend with Tricia. She and I always had so much in common, we were constantly amazed at that. Now we both have Dads and babies in heaven. ???? Hugs and Prayers and love to your family during this time. We’re thinking of you. Love, Donna and Randall Bathurst
To all of Norbert’s family –
We are sorry for your loss. You’ll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Fred and Lois Mersmann
Mr Grosdidier was always very kind to me, and always had time to “teach” me as I spent a lot of time in his farm. You have our sincerest condolences. Mitchell A. & Ruby Rider.