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Former Branch County Sheriff Norman L. “Norm” Heinemann Passes
Friday, May 12, 2023

Norman (Norm) L. Heinemann, Monday, May 21st, 1934 - Thursday, May 11th, 2023

COLDWATER, MI - A former Sheriff of Branch County has passed away.

Norman L. “Norm” Heinemann, 88, of Coldwater reportedly died Thursday, May 11th (202 at Grand Vista Assisted Living in Coldwater.


Heinemann graduated from Bronson Community High School in 1952. In 1974 he graduated from Kellogg Community College with an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice. He earned his BBA Degree from Northwood University in 1980. In addition, he also completed several specialized education programs in Law and Criminal Justice.


Heinemann began his work out of high school at Gambles-Skogmo of Coldwater until 1962. He became a member of the Branch County Reserve Police Force serving as Captain and Commanding Officer during his final four years of service. Then in 1969, Norm began his career as a Senior Patrol Officer with the Coldwater Police Department. Continuing his career in Law enforcement, Norm was elected as Branch County Sheriff in 1976 where he would serve for 12 years.


Heinemann had also served in many elected positions including Constable of Coldwater and Kinderhook townships. He served as Branch County Coroner from 1959-1965 and was the youngest Coroner in the United States at the time.

Heinemann has been a part of many community organizations in and around Branch County.

He is survived by his wife Doris Borthwick Heinemann; his children. He was preceded in death by his first wife Bonnie Mae Heinemann, his second wife Susie York Heinemann and sister Della Mae McLarty.


The funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Coldwater with Pastor Susan Riechenburg officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, May 15, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater.


Memorials may be directed to the First Presbyterian Church or the Coldwater Sunrise Rotary.

Obituary: https://www.dutcherfh.com/memorials/norman-norm-heinemann/5192091/



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