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Norman was a gift to us. We will miss his kindness, generosity, and dry sense of humor. Norman loved the simple things in life. There’s nothing that he enjoyed more than a cup of coffee and a good chat with friends; and Norman knew how to be a friend, giving freely of his time and helping wherever he could. He also had a sense of community, playing hockey as a child, and later in life becoming involved in AA. and the

Knights of Columbus.

“One day at a time,” are words that Norman truly lived by, and anyone who was close to him knew that his personal battles with health issues/addictions were a constant struggle. During these struggles Norman always looked to his parents for guidance, and he took comfort knowing they were always there for him.

I met with LeRoy and Kathleen shortly after they had lost their son, and I will never forget the grief-stricken expressions on their faces. They spoke of their son with tenderness, affection and pride. There were many tears shed. But in the midst of their pain, LeRoy expressed a message of hope. He said, “Everything that has life must eventually die... so that it can bring new life.” He made reference to the biblical quote, “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains a grain of wheat, but if it dies, it brings new life.” This is the promise that Christ has given... and may the Good Lord embrace you LeRoy, Kathleen and family in this your time of sorrow. You are very special.

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