Norman Crowder Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 24 to Oct. 25, 2009.

CROWDER, Norman K. BA, MA, MBA United Empire Loyalist Captain (retired) Canadian Army Ordnance Corp-Korean War Veteran Federal Government - Treasury Board Peacefully at St. Vincent Hospital, after a lengthy illness, on Thursday, October 22, 2009, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Haberl) and dear father of Pat Hall (Des), Doug (Gail Snider), Marilyn Hingorani (Suresh) and Bob (Debbie). Loving grandfather of Rob (Cara), Suzanne (Sebastian), John (Sara), Brian, Robin, Michael, Asha, Lisa, Vinay and Gina.Great-grandfather of Emily, Danny, Logan, Owen and Reese. Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Grace Crowder of Renfrew and by brothers Arnold, Dalton, Allan and sisters Phyllis and Florence. Norman was a member of the Ontario Genealogical Society, a founding member of the British Isles Family History Society of Greater Ottawa, and authored several genealogical books and publications. Friends may visit at the Pinecrest Visitation Centre, 2500 Baseline Road on Monday, October 26, 2009 from 7 to 9 p.m. Service in the Chapel on Tuesday, at 11 a.m. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Condolences can be made online at www.colefuneralservices.com

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November 2, 2009

Michele Proulx

Just a short note to the Ruth Crowder(Pat, Doug, Marilyn and Bob). I'm am so sorry for your loss. Norm was a good and kind man. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.

I have wonderful loving memories of this wonderful man.

October 28, 2009

We were all very sad to hear about Uncle Norm. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.
Love
Susan, Sri, Rajesh and Kiran Pendakur
Vancouver, BC

October 27, 2009

To Aunt Ruth and family

Sincere condolences to you all on Uncle
Norm's passing
Gary and Collen Kenny
Hamilton On

October 27, 2009

To John, Sara and Crowder family,

My deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one. Cherish your precious memories and know he has gone to his eternal rest. God bless his soul.
Aunt Joanna

October 26, 2009

Shirley-Anne MacPherson

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

October 25, 2009

John Lentz and family

Dear Ruth, Pat, Doug, Marilyn and Bob: We were very sorry to hear of Norm's passing. Our condolences to all of you.
I remember Norm being a quiet and really decent guy. I will certainly always remember him very fondly.

October 25, 2009

Lesley Anderson

Those we love remain with us
For love itself lives on,
And cherished memories never fade
Because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
More than a thought apart,
For as long as there is memory,
They'll live on in the heart.
Author Unknown

Norm will be gresatly missed but it is comforting to know that he is with his ancestors now.

October 24, 2009

Edward Kipp

My condolences to the family. Norm was a true friend of the genealogical community.

October 24, 2009

It was 220 years ago on Novemeber 9th, 1789 Lord Dorchester indicated that it was his wish to "put a Mark of Honour upon families who adhered to the Unity of Empire". To be sure Norm as a descendant of those Loyalist families also made his own mark in his life - by serving our Country, by working for our Country, and by helping to preserve and make relevent the history of our Country. Hopefully one of his grandchildren will pick up where grandfather has left off and continue to research and educate people about the importance of understanding family history and genealogy. "Rest eternal grant unto him, O Lord and may Light perpetual shine upon him, Amen." My condolences to all of you. J. Brian Gilchrist, Toronto, OGS 1597.

October 24, 2009

Mike More

On behalf of all the friends of Norm and Ruth at Ottawa Branch OGS, let me say how sorry we were to hear of Norm's passing. He was a big part of the Branch for many years and he will be missed.

October 24, 2009

L:ynne & Mahlon Cook

To Norma and Family:
Sorry to hear about Norm's passing. He sure helped preserve family history, especially Crowders. He will be missed by anyone who has read his books, or those who met both of you. Think of the good memories. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Lynne & Mahlon Cook, U.E.

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