Norma Jean Kopke, 100, passed away Aug. 10, 2025, at Medicalodges of Great Bend, Kan. She was born on Nov. 5, 1924, in Great Bend, to Harry and Dovie (Kennemer) Gaunt. Norma Jean married Frederick Robert “Bob” Kopke, and is survived by son, F. Robert “Rob” Kopke, II; daughter, Pam Tucker; and additional family members.

A Celebration of Life will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, at Central Baptist Church, with Pastor Victor Velez presiding. The family requests you come ready to share your memories of Norma Jean. Memorials have been designated to Gentiva Hospice or Central Baptist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530. A full obituary is available at www.bryantfh.net.

Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net.

Funeral arrangements provided by

Bryant Funeral Home

1425 Patton Road

Great Bend, KS   67530

Great Bend (Kan.) Tribune, Sept. 20, 2025