Norman R. Rubel

Norman R. Rubel, of Milford, Ohio, passed away June 12, 2023 at the age of 87.  He was born October 21, 1935 in Cambria, Michigan to Charles E. and Florentine (Elliott) Rubel.

On December 18, 1955, Norman married his best friend and high school sweetheart, Judith A. Wisman.  Together, the couple created a home that was filled with love and laughter and very much enjoyed raising their four boys.

Norman graduated from Hillsdale High School and earned his bachelor's degree at Hillsdale College and his master's degree from Michigan State University.  Teaching students was his passion. He taught at Lakeview High School for over 38 years. He taught Biology and Advanced Biology and was head of the Science Department at Lakeview High School, earning the respect of his students and peers. Starting in 1983, the Kellogg's Foundation honored the top 5% of graduates from the greater Battle Creek area. Those graduates were asked to select one teacher that most profoundly influenced their Academic career. He was selected by a student (or students) almost every year the award was given and was one of the three most selected teachers in the region. In 1979, the Michigan Science Teachers Association selected him as Michigan's Outstanding Science Teacher of the Year. For over 20 years he worked with students to present research projects at the National Science Fair competition, many of his student won top awards for their work. Norman personally developed and ran the Lakeview Driver's Education program for almost 40 years.  Many of the students he most profoundly impacted have gone on to careers in education, medicine, engineering and law. He will be missed by all those that had the good fortune of knowing him.

Norman was a devoted Spartan fan, enjoyed watching all sports, going to auctions, hunting, fishing, and collecting antiques.

Norman was preceded in death by: parents, Charles and Florentine Rubel; brother, Clarence Rubel; and sister, Ruth Boyd.

Norman is survived by: wife of 67 years, Judie Rubel; sons, Randall R. Rubel, Mark S. (Kimberly) Rubel, Dr. Lance E. (Carleen) Rubel, and Jeffery S. (Teresa) Rubel; grandchildren, Matthew (Brittany) Rubel, Shawn (Susan) Rubel, Ryan (Sarah) Rubel, Dr. Kolin Rubel, Kendall Rubel, Haley (Ryan) Wood, and Madison Rubel; 6 great-grandchildren; and many loving family members and friends.
If you had the privilege of knowing Norman Rubel, you understand that "You only see what you know" and "that just as sure as God made little green catalpa worms" he will be dearly missed by all those that called him their teacher, friend, colleague, husband, father and Grandfather.

Per Norman's request, services will be held privately for the family.  The family welcomes your comments and hopes you will share some of your experiences with Norman Rubel.

Mueller Funeral Home is honored to serve the Rubel Family. 513-398-9100