Noma C. Holm, age 82, of Arkdale, Wisconsin passed away September 18, 2009 at Our House Memory Care in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at the Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church in Arkdale, Wisconsin. Pastor Terri Skildum will officiate. Interment willbe at the East Arkdale Cemetery, Arkdale, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be at Roseberry’s Funeral Home on Monday from 4:00 p.m-7:00 p.m and again at the church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Noma was born October 18, 1926 in the Laurence area to Harvey and Ollie Ellinger. She was raised there and moved to Brooks in 1939. She attended Brooks Grade School and graduated from Westfield High School in 1944. Noma attended Wautoma Normal from 1945-1946 for teaching. She taught in Waupaca in 1947 and in 1948 taught at Grand Marsh. 　
She married Harold Holm on July 15, 1949 in Arkdale, Wisconsin at Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church. This marriage was blessed with one daughter, Julie on November 3, 1957. Noma taught at Coloma Grade School during her marriage and also taught and worked in the School Administrative Office for over 30 years. She was a breast cancer survivor for forty years.
Noma enjoyed sewing, playing piano, painting and loved to travel in her and Harolds motor home.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Harvey & Ollie Ellinger; daughter: Julie Smedbron; Brothers: Ronald, Keith and Phil; and sisters: Fae and Darleen.
Survivors:
Husband: Harold Holm of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Son in law: Eric Smedbron of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Grandson: Ian Smedbron of Madison, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Erin Smedbron of Madison, Wisconsin
Brother: Bob (Dawn) Ellinger
Sister: Shirley Procknow
Brother: Dale (Sue) Ellinger
Brother: Jerry (Bev) Ellinger
Sister: Carol (Rudy) Zacharias
Brother: Jack (Mary) Ellinger
Sister: Joan (Myron) Byers
Brother: Jim (Karen) Ellinger
Brother: Ken (Sonny) Ellinger
Further survived by: 35 nieces & nephews and many friends.
Dear Mr. Holm,
I only had the pleasure of meeting Noma on one occasion, but I remember how kind she was. I am sorry to hear of her passing, and hope you will be strengthened by the memories of your life together. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Mike Jurgensen, Arlington Heights, IL
Noma was a sweet lady. I mostly remember her as my Sunday School Teacher. As a young girl, I thought she was the most elegant lady I had ever seen-soft spoken and beautiful. My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time.
Kathy (Jensen) Carlson
Dear Harold, Erin, Ian and Eric – So sorry to hear of the passing of Noma; she was a special Lady and will be remembered fondly. She is now in Heaven making sure Julie and our Magi do not get too sunburn at the beach. All our Love,
Dorothy, Steve, Sam and George
I am sorry to hear about Noma passing. She was a wonderful woman! You are in my thoughts and prayers Harold.
Harold you have my deepest sympathy. I truly wish I could have been there but know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Bill Hartman
You have my deepest sympathy. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Janis
Harold: Visited your home only a couple of times. What a wonderful woman. Sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with all of you in Wisconsin. When we think of Noma, we remember a warm, strong, beautiful, and thoughtful Aunt. Blessings.
May God comfort you during this difficult time. Norma was a wonderful lady and heaven has recieved a special angel. you have our deepest sympathy.
Harold and family, Noma was my Sunday School teacher and I remember how much I admired her for her courage during her breast cancer. I know this last year has been especially difficult and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Many nice memories of my beautiful aunt as she worked in the counselors office while I was in high school.
Aunt Noma was truly one of a kind and I know she will be greatly missed. I hope wonderful memories will bring you all peace.
Noma was an amazing woman who gave me many of my childhood memories.I will never forget Sunday Brunch after church with Erin, and "playing" the piano. Such a sweet, caring lady, and she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, especially my best friend Erin! I love you! 🙂
Harold: Blessing and peace to you our dear brother. Will call again soon.