Obituaries
December 30, 2022

Norma Catherine Bianchi Halverson – formerly of Monongahela

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Norma Catherine Bianchi Halverson, 86, of Manitowoc, Wis., passed away at her residence with her family present on Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She is now at peace in the warm arms of God. Survivors include Norma’s five children, Dean (Myong) Halverson of Killeen, Texas, Robin (Bob) Hill of Parkton, N.C., Allen (Jennifer) Halverson of Manitowoc, Wis., Judy (Al) Wittmus of Manitowoc, Wis., and Betty Ann (John) Kulpa of Oconto, Wis.; 21 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Joyce Dokey, Manitowoc, Wis., and Felicie Bianchi of Monongahela, Pa.; her beloved pet, Gabby; also, other relatives and friends. Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence; parents, Charles and Mildred Bianchi; stepfather, Andy Condie; two brothers, Charles and Raymond (Jean) Bianchi; half-brother, Thomas Bianchi; half-sister, Lavona (Bianchi) Fine; and son, Ricky Halverson. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com. HARRIGAN PARKSIDE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, WI 54220, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

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