Norma Engman Obituary

Norma Jean (Hurta) Engman passed away unexpectedly at her home on February 9, 2025.

Norma was born September 15, 1935, in Palacios, TX, to Tony and Betty Hurta. She grew up and worked in her parent's grocery store in Jal, NM. She graduated from Eastern New Mexico University in 1957, where she was named Outstanding Senior Woman. After graduating, Norma worked in Farwell, TX for several years, teaching high school typing and bookkeeping.

She married Bill Engman in 1958. After living in Clovis, NM, Laramie, WY, and Albuquerque, NM, Norma and her family moved to Durango in 1970. She taught typing at Durango High School, then started her real estate career in 1977 with Realty World, before moving to Durango's Coldwell Banker office. She worked hard to be a successful Realtor, and earned the Durango Area Association of REALTOR's Realtor of the Year honor in 1987. Norma finally retired in 2020, after 31 years at Coldwell Banker.

Beyond her work, Norma was a well-known and active community member. She had a gift for and enjoyed connecting with people. She was an avid sports fan, attending her children's many sporting activities in high school and college. After they moved on, she remained a strong supporter of the Fort Lewis Skyhawks Booster Club, cheering on the home team at local games, and was a die-hard Denver Nuggets fan. She also loved working on her beautiful lawn and gardens at her home in Florida River Estates, her back yard is a testament to her care.

Norma was a long-time, faithful member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, and served on the church's vestry for many years.

She is survived by three children, Lisa, Jeff (Loretta), and Mark (Dana), and seven grandchildren.

Throughout her life, Norma maintained her kindness, grace, faith, love of family and friends, and amazing work ethic.

Norma's family plans a memorial event later this spring. In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a contribution in Norma's honor to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 910 East 3rd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301.

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Published by The Durango Herald on Feb. 14, 2025.

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Earlene Cook Price

June 3, 2025

I met Norma at ENMU in Portales when I was a freshman and she was a senior. I was always in awe of her - her smile, friendliness, beauty and class. From the comment, she remained a beautiful and caring lady. Condolences to the family.

Ashley Blackmore (Bishop)

February 19, 2025

A classy and kind woman, an amazing realtor and so sweet my entire life growing up as neighbors with my dad. We just love her and prayers for her family! We will miss you beautiful Norma!!!!

Ginger Jenks

February 17, 2025

Norma was such a lovely and fun lady! I especially have fond memories of her water skiing at Lake Powell about 25 years ago, with the biggest smile on her face!

Jerrie Franse

February 15, 2025

I am Jerrie Franse. I was Norma's friend & Dorm Mother at ENMU in Portales, NM in 1957. I married Roy in 1957, and Norma married Bill the following year. As to married couples we would have dinner twice a week. We would go to their house every week for enchiladas & they would come to our house for spaghetti. We were close & best friends for 50+ years. We also played bridge with them regularly. My oldest son Nelson was born in February 1961 & a few months later Norma's first son Mark was born. Norma taught school in Farwell Texas and Bill was a coach at Clovis High School where my husband worked from 1957 to 1992. My husband Roy died January 17th 2024. I would like to come to the Memorial Service later this spring. Can Mark please contact me. It would really be nice to visit and see Norma's kids. If any friends of Mark, Jeff or Lisa Read this message, I would really appreciate it if my number would be given to Mark 575/309-7102. I have decades of cherished memories with Norma.

Betty Ley

February 15, 2025

Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.

Elaine Nobriga

February 15, 2025

We met Norma in the early 80´s. Norma helped us in several real estate transactions. She was always pleasant and helpful, always patient and professional, never rushed. We enjoyed working with her and had the utmost respect for her knowledge and professionalism.
Sending condolences to her family.

Patrick Jones

February 15, 2025

I worked with Norma for years at Coldwell Banker. She was always ready and willing to share her real estate knowledge to new agents. She had a lovely smile, pleasant demeanor and was an absolute delight to work with. RIP Norma!

Sweetie Marbury

February 14, 2025

Norma was a wonderful person . Durango was lucky to have her as a community member.

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