Norma Bloomer
Norma R. Bloomer, 88, of Fayette, Iowa passed away Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Maple Crest Manor in Fayette, Iowa.
Norma Ruth, the daughter of Oliver and Reva (Swenson) Torkelson, was born June 27, 1927 at Community Memorial Hospital, Postville, Iowa.
She graduated from Elgin High School in 1945 and then from Cedar Rapids Business College.
Norma was united in marriage with Charles J. Bloomer in 1948. To this union, two daughters were born. Norma and Charles were later divorced.
Norma worked at various jobs while raising her family in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Her favorite job was as an office manager for Tom Klemuck Interiors, where she was surrounded by colorful and beautiful things.
Norma was proud of being a part of the committee which started the Sturgis Falls Celebration in Cedar Falls. She was also crowned as the Waterloo AMVET Queen in 1957.