Norman Anthony "Buddy Bear" Kakwitch, age 64, of the Town of Menominee, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020 in Shawano.  Norman was born on December 1, 1956 in Keshena, to the late Elmer and Edith (Oshkenaniew) Kakwitch.  He enjoyed going to the Thunderbird Club, watching the Young and the Restless, as well as an avid Packer fan.  Norman truly loved when people came to visit him.  He always had an open door and never turned anyone away.

Norman is survived by; his siblings, Evanell Sanapaw, Robert Kakwitch, Sr., Elmer Kakwitch, Jr. and Tracy Kakwitch all of Keshena.  He is further survived by many favorite nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by: his parents and siblings, Eric Kakwitch, Tonia Dick, Sandra Webster, Ricki Hawpetoss and LaVerne "Pumpkin" Kakwitch.

Private services were held.