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Norman Shaer Obituary

Norman Shaer

AGE: 77 • Surf City

Norman Shaer, 77, of Surf City, NJ died Sunday, April 20, 2014 at Southern Ocean Medical Center, Manahawkin, NJ. He was born in Boston, MA and lived in Locust, NJ for nearly 40 years. He enjoyed winters in South Beach, FL and summers in Long Beach Island with his wife, Flori. He became a permanent resident of Surf City and was an active board member for the town. Norm graduated from Tufts University where he was President of his fraternity and remained close to his brothers. Norman was a professionally accomplished brilliant man who effortlessly connected with everyone he met. His illustrious and creatively significant career in technology began at Bell Laboratories in the 1960s until he retired as Executive Director for Advance Technology at Lucent in 2005. Even in his retirement he never stopped working. He remained a consultant for Lucent and went on to become Vice President of Business Development for Benevue. Norm loved life including traveling, dining out, the Arts, searching for sea glass and of course his dog Blu.

He is survived by his wife, Florence of 38 years; his daughter, Nancy Bilow of Shrewsbury; his daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Steven Gardella of Shrewsbury; his daughter, Susan and her husband Jim of Ypsilanti, MI; son, Bruce Bilow and his wife Kate of Oceanport; his sister and brother-in-law, Verna and Harold Trager of Needham, MA; his grandchildren, Michael, Jason, Annie, Alison, Barbara, Ryan, Matty and Ella.

Services are 1:00 pm Wednesday at Bloomfield-Cooper Jewish Chapels, 2130 Hwy. 35, Ocean, NJ with burial to follow at Beth El Cemetery, Neptune, NJ. Bloomfield-Cooper Jewish Chapels, Ocean Twp. is in charge of arrangements.

Published by Asbury Park Press on Apr. 22, 2014.
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I came to know Norm over the last two years through my association with the Surf City Taxpayers Association, where we both served on the Board. Norm was a brilliant man, a kind man and had his own inimitable way of getting things done. He has made important contributions to improving the quality of life here in Surf City and on LBI.

On a personal level, I loved being around Norm...he made whatever he was talking about more interesting. His charm, wit and intelligence made me an instant fan.

My deepest sympathies go out to Flori and to the rest of Norm's family and all the people he touched in his life. I'm proud to say I was one of those people.

Bob Lieber

Bob Lieber

May 18, 2014

Susan, I am very sorry for your loss. I know you have many wonderful memories of your father, and I hope they can comfort you and your family in the weeks and years ahead.

Jane Lassner

May 17, 2014

He was a great inspiration for me early in my career. I've carried some of our conversations with me for a very long time. Thanks, Norm, for being a part of my life.

David Zimmer

April 29, 2014

My deepest sympathy to everyone. Norm was a great visionary and I often think back to my days working with him at AT&T.

Frank Liebenow

April 28, 2014

Just heard about your loss, my deepst sympathy to you and your family.

Mirella Daniele

April 25, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathy. I remember the wonderful moments we spent together at the beach house and at Miami cafe last summer. He was such a special person. May his soul rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, dear aunt Flori and family.
Geta & Victor Grigorescu

Geta & Victor Grigorescu

April 22, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to Flori and family. I met Norm last year at Michael's birthday and got to enjoy his company at our home for dinner in December. He was such a gracious, well-spoken and kind-hearted man. I have heard so many wonderful stories from Michael and Danielle that I felt I knew him a lifetime. He will be missed dearly. Our prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May the memories of times shared with Norm comfort you all today and always. Chris, Danielle & Stephanie DeNigris.

Chris DeNigris

April 22, 2014

It's with a heavy heart that we send you our deepest condolences. Norman has been a big part of our lives for over thirty years. We shared so many happy family occasions. He will be greatly missed by our entire family. With loving sympathy,
Eileen and Averell

Averell and Eileen Eisner

April 22, 2014

My sincere condolences to Florence and the family. I had the privilege of working for Norm at Bell Labs and was most appreciative for all his help. May his memory be for a blessing.

Robert Markson

April 22, 2014

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