Norbert "Norb" C. Ver Bruggen

Norbert C. Ver Bruggen, 92, a lifelong Green Bay resident, passed away peacefully on Monday January 5, 2026. Norbert was born on June 28, 1933, in Oneida, the son of the late Leonard and Mary (Van Ermen) Ver Bruggen. On August 28, 1954, he married the late Jean E. Guns, his soulmate and the love of his life. The couple enjoyed over 62 years together. Jean preceded him in death on April 28, 2016. Norb was employed for many years as a machinist assembler at Paper Converting Machine Company until his retirement in 1999. Norb also had careers in carpentry and auto mechanics, but was truly a jack of all trades. Norb and Jean enjoyed camping and spending time with friends, traveling, crafting, shopping at rummage sales, reading, and gardening. A lifelong Packers fan, he also enjoyed deer hunting up north with his sons. He will be forever remembered as a devoted husband, father, and grandpa. Norb loved living at Bellevue Senior Living and thought the staff and residents were all so nice. He participated in many of the activities they provided. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was always quick with a joke and a smile. Surviving are his loving children: David (Mary) VerBruggen, Dan VerBruggen and his girlfriend: Julie Parrish, and Dorene Jette; grandchildren Robert (Jaclyn) and Michael (Melanie) VerBruggen, Amanda (Adam) Van Eperen and Ryan (Stephanie) VerBruggen, Kayla and Ashley Jette, and great-grandchildren, Harrison, Rosalie, and Quentin VerBruggen. He is further survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by: his soulmate, Jean, his parents, siblings: Justin Ver Bruggen, William (Darlene) Ver Bruggen, Marie (George) Bastien, Donald (Millie) Ver Bruggen, Audrey (John) Wickman, Francis Ver Bruggen, and other dear relatives. Friends may call from 4:00-5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at the Ravine 2633 Manitowoc Road. Words of Remembrance will be held at 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers or other expressions of sympathy, a memorial fund has been established in his name. The family wishes to express deep gratitude to all of the staff at Bellevue Senior Living for their wonderful care, compassion, and loving attention to Norb.The family also wishes to thank Unity Hospice and Hansen Family Funeral Home for their compassion and support

Norbert "Norb" C. Ver Bruggen

June 28, 1933 - January 5, 2026