Norman Robert “Norm” Bohnsack, 82, of Galena, IL, passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2026. In keeping with his wishes, private family services will be held at a later date. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family. He was born on January 30, 1944, in Estill Springs, TN, the son of Norman and Robbie (Armstrong) Bohnsack. Norm was raised in Galena, where he graduated from Galena High School before attending Eastern Illinois University. On December 23, 1967, Norm married his wife of 44 years, B’Ann Breeze McCoy, who preceded him in death on April 16, 2011. He married Sheri Mill on August 11, 2012, and she survives. Norm was a Health and Physical Education teacher at Warren High School. Beyond the classroom, he was known for his love of the outdoors and his passion for hunting and fishing. He founded the Apple Canyon Lake Bass Club and remained a longtime member. Above all else, Norm cherished his family. He was a proud father to Bryan (Jolene) Bohnsack and B’Ann (Dan) Dittmar; a loving PawPaw to Ariel (Craig) Weatherby, Brynn (Payton) Calow, Brayden, and Addy Bohnsack, Chase, and Brooke Dittmar; a blessed great-grandfather of Mya Breeze and Maddox Weatherby, and Cooper Calow; a brother-in-law to Mike (Shelly) and Marc (Michele) McCoy, and Bill (Karon) Oldenburg; and a proud uncle to his many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his loyal dog, Jack, who was a faithful companion. Norm was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a brother, Randy, a sister, Sherry, and a sister-in-law, Bettze Libson. The family invites those who knew Norm to remember him by petting a dog, spending time outdoors, sharing time with family, and telling a hunting or fishing story, or both.
Norman “Norm” Bohnsack
So sorry to hear about Norms passing. I was his neighbor and best friends with his sister Sherrie on the East Side I have many fond fond memories, one in his accidental bow and arrow shot of a pigeon, we were all devastated, even he was surprised he hit it,…..,My sincere condolences to Norms family May his SPIRIT SOAR
I’m so sorry to hear about Norm , I liked him a lot and a great teacher . Prayers to the family
Corky Pansing
Rest in peace Norm. You walked the long and difficult road with so many other cancer patients and deserve to spend eternity with our Lord in heaven. Peace be with your family and friends as they mourn the loss of their loved one.
I I got to know Norm while I was in the ACL bass club . I learned a lot about bass fishing and had some great times fishing with him R.i.P. Norm Skip
I have many good memories of Mr. Bohnsack. When he was my Warren Driver’s Ed. instructor, we’d practice drive out in the country while looking for deer. Mr. Bohnsack was also my golf coach. This story always cracks up my wife. I was such a bad golfer, Mr Bohnsack had me drive the team to meets. He knew it wouldn’t affect my game.
Sincere condolences,
Scott Almendinger
My sincere condolences. I knew the Bohnsack family well being a classmate of Randy’s. I remember after Randy passed away I had such a vivid dream of talking to Randy but he had to go because he had to meet Norm to go fishing. Now I can imagine that’s just what they’re doing. 🙂 I would visit Robbie after Randy passed away – she was always fun to talk to. Sherry was full of life. Randy was a special friend during high school and many a party was held in the “Bohnsack Basement”. Again, condolences to the family; especially B’Ann and Sheri. I was glad to know the Bohnsack family.
R.I.P. Norm, I am the President of the ACL Bass Club. When I first got in the Bass Club, Norm was one of the officers in the club, we fished together in numerous club outings together until Norm got out of the club. He was a good bass fisherman & he received many club awards for fisherman of the year, big bass of the year, etc.
Dan Webster
Sheri, sorry to hear of Norm’s passing, we enjoyed our visits. Kelly Johnson/Steve Hickie
Sherry, I am so sorry to hear of Norm’s passing! Am anxious to see you again and have one of our little visits. Please know that I am thinking of you and that you are in my prayers. Love you, Girlfriend!!