Gary A. Norman, 83, Fremont, OH, passed away at Fairview Hospital in Cleveland, OH on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. Gary was born December 18, 1938, in Bellevue, OH to Willis and Jeanette (Seel) Norman. He was a graduate of Bellevue High School. Gary married Leilani Rooney on August 3, 1974 at St. John’s Church, Bellevue, OH and she survives. He worked as a supervisor for Central Soya, retiring in 2002 after forty years of service. Gary was a member of the VFW, the Fremont Moose, Fraternal Order of the Eagles, and the American Legion. He was also a member of the Cattleman’s Association, Polled Hereford’s Association and the Angus Association. Gary enjoyed attending cattle shows, woodworking and camping but above all, he loved spending time with his family and friends.
Gary is survived by his loving wife of forty-eight years, Leilani Norman, Fremont, OH; children, Jeff (Natalie) Norman, Bucyrus, OH, Cathy (Mike) Studer, Galena, OH, Kim (Denny) Hahn-Halbisen, Fremont, OH; siblings, Pat (Gene) Briggs, Bellevue, OH, Sharon (Tom) Holmer, Attica, OH; grandchildren, Amber Emans, Brittany Norman, Dustin Studer, Carissa Studer, Trevor Hahn, Garrett Hahn and two great-grandchildren.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Candy Norman and sister, Sandra Warden.
Visitation; Monday, June 27, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH 43420. Family requests very casual attire. Everyone is invited to wear your favorite Ohio State clothing per Gary’s wishes.
Services: Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. the funeral home with a visitation one hour prior. The services will be officiated by Pastor John Fahrbach.
Burial: Oakwood Cemetery, Fremont, OH
Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Tanya Jackson
Lonnie, I am so very sorry for your loss. Gary was a great guy. I enjoyed waiting on you and serving you two for the last 7 years. I loved the stories he would tell me about my grandpa. He was always so happy everytime I saw you two in the club, especially when your grandchildren and great-grandkids were with y’all. Keep the good memories with you always. I’m keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. ❤️
Jeff Norman
Tanya, Thanks for the Thoughts and Prayers! Gary’s son Jeff
Dennis Paddock
There is a deep sadness in the chaper of my life that is saved for memories of friends. Gary was at the top of the list of people that exhibited gentleness and kindness to those around him. To Loni and the family I am without words to express my love and sadness. God bless you and thank you for sharing Gary with me Denny
Jeff Norman
Thank you so much Dennis! It means a lot Gary’s son Jeff
Gloria Mitchell
Loni & family-so very sorry to hear of Gary passing. I know you will miss him terribly but you have so many good memories. He was such a great guy! Know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you-Tom & Gloria
Kay Ann Drake
Loni, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. He was always smiling and had a joke or two to tell you. Will always remember coming to your house and enjoying the company. He will be sadly missed by many people. He is at peace and no more pain. For all of you the sun will shine again, just got to give it time. Hugs and good wishes. Kay
Sandy and Bob Laipply
Jeff and Natalie- we are so sorry for your lose. Losing a parent is extremely hard, but hopefully happy memories will help you in your grief. Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Norman
Gloria, Thank you so much! Gary’s son Jeff
Howard Stierwalt
Lani, So sorry of learning of Gary”s passing. Deepest condolences. Howard Stierwalt
Jill Benesh
Loni,
So very sorry to read of the passing of Gary. He was a great guy. Cherish the memories.
Jill Bollenbacher Benesh
Jill Benesh
Loni,
So very sorry to read of the passing of Gary. He was a great guy. Cherish the memories.
Jill Bollenbacher Benesh
Druckenmiller
Bill and I are very sad to here of the loss of Gary. In our eyes he was a very wonderful and kind man. We will always remember our camping friend.
God Bless all the family.
Bill and Jeanette
Druckenmiller
Bill and I are very sad to here of the loss of Gary. In our eyes he was a very wonderful and kind man. We will always remember our camping friend.
God Bless all the family.
Bill and Jeanette
Mike Studer
Gary was my father-in-law and am honored to have gotten to know him over the past 35 years. I do not think I have ever known someone who everyone has so consistently said the same – what a friendly, happy and just over-all good guy. He made the world a better place for his family, friends, co-workers and everyone who got to know him. He will be missed but never forgotten as I think everyone who has had the pleasure of getting to know Gary and spending time with him will always treasure those memories.
Amy Staib/Underwood
Gary will be truly missed. We have so many fond memories of childhood pool days at the Norman house. Gary was always friendly, happy, kind and made us feel welcomed. (Staib girls)
Jim Gassner
So sorry to see this. I worked a good many years at Central Soya and got to know Gary from having to occasionally do work in the department he supervised. Despite the pressures of his job he maintained a cheery mood and was a pleasure to be around. I’ll never forget that he generously loaned me an AMC Gremlin to get around when I had to do a major repair on my only car. I’m glad I got to know Gary, he was someone whose memory I hold in high esteem..