Norman Auten Obituary

Norman James Auten Fort Myers, Florida Age 63, passed away on September 26, 2023. He lived in Cape Coral Florida, for the last 25 years. He was born on February 18, 1960 in Wayne Michigan to Bernard and Mary Kathleen (Kiley) Auten. He attended Milan Public schools. Norman was a simple man who enjoyed being in nature. Hunting was a deeply held tradition shared with his dad and other family. They would travel for special hunts across the country. Norm dearly loved his dogs, especially moose who was well known to the Milan community. He spent time training them to perform tricks and skills. He had a real appreciation for trucks and his favorite 1st car a Borgward Isabella Coupe convertible, he loved that car. He loved riding motorcycles and competed in skills competitions earlier in his adult years. He was an avid snowmobiler and loved spending countless hours with friends and family as long as there was snow on the ground. Throughout his life Norman made lasting connections with people, who have fond memories of the time they spent with him. Norm worked in the masonry industry and was skilled at other construction trades as well. He is survived by his children Kiley Mercier Auten and Brice Daniel Auten, his sisters Linda Rendel, Beth Heath, and Janice Steinke. His nieces Gerrilynne and Tammy Rendel, Becky Heath, Nephews Patrick and Jay Heath, and Clayton and Jameson Paul Steinke. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Kathleen, his Grandmother Leone Auten, father Bernard Auten and his sister Sandy Reicha. A graveside service will be held by Ochalek-Stark Funeral Home, Milan on Friday, October 13, 2023 at Rice Cemetery in Milan at 12:00 Noon. All are welcome to attend. Contributions may be made to the family. www. ochalekstark. com.