RIP My Friend Normanality

SCompRacer
SCompRacer Posts: 8,481
edited August 2008 in The Clubhouse
Norm died of post surgery complications early this morning in San Francisco; just 26 days shy of his 49th birthday. He was truly a fine human being, and my best friend. I am inconsolable.

The pic was taken during a visit earlier this year.
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  • Midnite Mick
    Midnite Mick Posts: 1,591
    edited August 2008
    Condolences.
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited August 2008
    My thoughts and prayers with his friends and family. I bought two amps from Norm; I never met him but it was an enjoyable transaction. He was a true gentleman and he babied his gear as no one else.

    Rest in Peace Norm.
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,806
    edited August 2008
    Crap.

    That sucks.

    My condolences.

    Norm is joining Shane in that Great Club Polk in the sky.
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  • WilliamM2
    WilliamM2 Posts: 4,771
    edited August 2008
    Very sorry to hear that. My condolences as well.
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited August 2008
    So sorry to hear. My condolences.
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  • MikeC78
    MikeC78 Posts: 2,315
    edited August 2008
    Sorry to hear Rich, my condolences as well. I remember you talking about him at the mini-PF at my place, and listening to those incredible ESL panels of his. Give me a yell bud, I just got home two days ago.
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited August 2008
    I am so sorry to hear about this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family.
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  • BottomFeeder
    BottomFeeder Posts: 1,684
    edited August 2008
    I too, am so very sorry for the many who loved him and are grieving his loss. I pray that the Lord will be very close to them & to you at this time.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited August 2008
    Rich - my condolences to you, and Norm's family. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help you out. Hang in there!
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited August 2008
    My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and yours Rich,, please let me know if there is anything I can do,, contribution for flowers,,etc,, RIP, Norm.
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,163
    edited August 2008
    My heart felt condolences to Norm's family and to you and yours. I know Norm wanted to make the IL Polkfest last year but couldn't because of health issue's. I'm sorry I never had the opportunity to meet him. Take care and remember the fond memories of a good friend.

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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,453
    edited August 2008
    I'm deeply saddened by the news of Norm's passing. Heaven is a better place today, earth not so.

    Rest In Peace
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  • George Grand
    George Grand Posts: 12,258
    edited August 2008
    Sorry to learn that we lost another good man, and Rich I'm sorry you lost your best friend.
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  • jtgranby
    jtgranby Posts: 887
    edited August 2008
    Rich so sorry to hear this sad news.

    Jim
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  • shadowofnight
    shadowofnight Posts: 2,735
    edited August 2008
    Sad news indeed....too damn young.....he must have had a higher purpose to serve up above.
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited August 2008
    Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend and the loss of a fellow Polkie. :(
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,986
    edited August 2008
    I'd like to offer my condolences to his friends and family. It is always sad to here news like this.

    Rip Normanality. We'll meet up some day.
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited August 2008
    Sorry for your loss.
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  • W WALDECKER
    W WALDECKER Posts: 900
    edited August 2008
    Hey Rich, Norm was a great guy and he will truely be missed by everyone here and at home :( keep your chin up and remember that he is in a better place now....WCW III
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  • Polkitup2
    Polkitup2 Posts: 1,621
    edited August 2008
    Norm was a-ok in my book. RIP Norm.
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  • Lowell_M
    Lowell_M Posts: 1,660
    edited August 2008
    Rich, I am so sorry to hear about your best friend, Norm. I never had the chance to meet or chat with him, but I can definately tell he was a great guy from all you and others here have said.

    Keep your chin up and remember the good times. My thoughts are with his family and yours.

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  • wingnut4772
    wingnut4772 Posts: 7,519
    edited August 2008
    So sorry to hear ... My deepest condolences.
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited August 2008
    So sad to hear this, sorry for your loss. Rest In Peace.

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  • BaggedLancer
    BaggedLancer Posts: 6,371
    edited August 2008
    Sorry to hear that, RIP.
    Jstas wrote: »

    Norm is joining Shane in that Great Club Polk in the sky.

    There is another Club Polk up in the sky? Can you edit posts up there? :confused:
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited August 2008
    OMG! My deepest condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace.
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  • daboyz
    daboyz Posts: 5,207
    edited August 2008
    Very sorry for your loss.
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  • cubdog
    cubdog Posts: 835
    edited August 2008
    Very sad. RIP Norm.

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  • DollarDave
    DollarDave Posts: 2,575
    edited August 2008
    My condolenses, Rich. Rest in peace, Norm. Prayer time is getting pretty full these days, but your families will be in them.
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  • nadams
    nadams Posts: 5,877
    edited August 2008
    Not much anyone can say in this situation... and certainly nothing that will ease the pain. The only thing that can do that is time and good memories.

    RIP Norm.
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  • joeparaski
    joeparaski Posts: 1,865
    edited August 2008
    My condolences. RIP.

    Joe
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