1926
2015
2800 Curve Crest Blvd.
Stillwater, Minnesota
Age 89, was called to his heavenly home on September 16, 2015. Born March 30th, 1926 to Norman B. and Marjorie Cobb Mears. Preceded in death by parents, sister Marjorie and brother Elwood. Survived by dear wife of 69 years, Eleanor, sister Florence Tromsness, sons Steven (Cathy), Norm (Robin), Don (Naomi), Bruce (Lynn) and daughter Carol; 13 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Norman attended Humboldt High School and graduated from Central High School in St. Paul. He served in the US Navy Pacific theater during World War II. He later joined the family business, working for Buckbee Mears Company (BMC) where he last served as Chairman of the Board. Norman was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of St. Paul, where he was a moderator and Trustee. He also served as a board member for the Union Gospel Mission, the St. Paul Athletic Club and Junior Achievement. In 1980 he was crowned St. Paul Winter Carnival King Boreas Rex XLIV. In his retirement, N.C. spent his time in the north woods at his beloved Whitefish Lake cabin and in Stuart, FL. He and Eleanor eventually moved to Boutwells Landing, Stillwater. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered for his infectious smile and sunny disposition. The family wishes to thank special caregivers Nancy, Savannah, Jean, Christina, Lindsey and Chaplain Larry. Visitation Sunday, September 20 at 5:00 p.m. followed by 6:00 p.m. Celebration of Life service at Boutwells Landing, 5600 Norwich Pkwy., Oak Park Heights, MN. Memorials may be directed to Lakeview Hospice, the Union Gospel Mission or donor's choice. 651-439-5511
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Thankyou for your dedication to St.Paul.May God Bless you Forever.
September 23, 2015
I will miss you , Norman. You were a very special person, who always had something good to say, and a big smile. Love to you, Eleanor.
Love, Kristina
September 22, 2015
Eleanor,
Our sympathy to you and your family. Norm was such a nice man. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love
Tom Frantzen Family
September 21, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss
gloria bennett
September 20, 2015
To Live in Hearts We Leave Behind Is Not To Die
Remember me on quiet days,
While rain drops whisper on your pane.
But in your memories have no grief.
Let just the joy we knew remain.
Remember me when evening stars
Smile down on you with quiet eyes.
Remember me if once you awake
To catch a glimpse of red sunrise.
Remember me when spring walks by.
Think once of me when you are glad.
When you are happy, so am I.
And when your thoughts do turn to me,
Know that I would not have you cry.
But live for me and laugh for me,
And while you live,
I shall not die.
Orin Koeckeritz
September 20, 2015
Mears Family -
Wow, this brought back so many, many memories! Swimming at the "old" house on Dodd,family get togethers to name a few. I know my mom and and dad thoroughly enjoyed your parents. Your dad had such an infectious laugh!
Peace to your mother and all of you. Love from the Bifulk family.
Gina Bifulk
September 20, 2015
Hail Boreas, your service to St. Paul is appreciated and remembered.
Chris Schneeman
September 18, 2015
My thoughts are with you and your family Scott.
Victoria Stewart
September 18, 2015
My Condolences to Scott Mears and Family. May God keep you and bless you in this time of bereavement
Mechon McKever
September 18, 2015
Norm was such a nice man. So sorry for your loss.
Nicole & Jeremy Mohs
September 18, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about Norm. He was a part of my life as a child growing up at First Baptist and I have many good memories of both Norm and Eleanor from my younger days. Norm's birthday was the same as mine but I could always tease him that he was a year older than I was.
Nina Stromath
Bella Vista, AR
September 18, 2015
I will miss Uncle Norms smile, playful sense of humor, and upbeat, can do approach to life. All my love to the Mear family. Thank you for graciously sharing him with me. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Powell Fogel
September 18, 2015
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