Norman E. Hanke, 80, of Cuero passed away Saturday, December 26, 2020.  He was born on May 29, 1940 in Cuero to the late Eric and Lucretia Wauson Hanke.  Norman proudly served in the United States Army Reserves.   He married the love of his life, Delores Kalmus on July 1, 1960.  He worked at the US Postal Service in his early days until he was hired on with Union Carbide in 1965.  He worked there as an operator for thirty five years.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, bowling, golfing, BBQing and spending time with family and friends.  He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Delores Hanke; daughters, Darlene Jordan of Dallas and Karen Ramirez of Houston; brothers, Raymond (Annette) Hanke of San Antonio; grandchildren, Dylan Ramirez of Houston, Anthony Ramirez of Houston and Logan Jordan of San Antonio.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, James Boyd Ihle, III (Jimmy).

Honorary Pallbearers include Dylan Ramirez and Anthony Ramirez.

Visitation will be held Saturday, January 2, 2021, 9 AM at St. Michaels Catholic Church.  A rosary will be recited at 9:30 AM, funeral mass will begin at 10 AM with Father Jasper Liggio officiating.  Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.

You may sign the guestbook or send condolences at www.freundfuneralhome.com.

Freund Funeral Home, 361.275.2343.