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NORMAN ATZ Obituary

NORMAN R. ATZ, 90, passed away Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016, in Fort Wayne. Born in Kendall- ville, Ind., Norman graduated from Ken- dallville High School, received his Bachelor's degree from Indiana University, and later his Master's degree from the University of Saint Francis. Norman was the owner and operator of Puritan Ice Cream and Atz's Ice Cream Shoppes for 70 years, where he loved serving people his delicious ice cream. He was an active member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church where he served as a teacher's assistant, and also with the Stephen Ministry. Norman was a volunteer with the American Red Cross and enjoyed organizing his high school class reunions. He served his country as a member of the U.S. Army during World War II. Surviving are his wife of 67 years, Rose Marie Atz of Fort Wayne; sons, Jeffrey (Laurie) Atz of Fort Wayne and Terry (Linda) Atz of Kendallville, Ind.; nine grandchildren, Jonathan, Krista, Angel, Timothy, Christopher, Mark, Jennifer, Hope, and Elizabeth; and 19 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Brian Atz; parents, Ralph and Elsie Atz; and brother, Lauren Atz. Service is 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 4, 2016, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 3425 Crescent Ave., with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2016, at D.O. McComb & Sons Maplewood Park Funeral Home, 4017 Maplecrest Road. Memorials may be made to Holy Cross Lutheran School or St. John Lutheran School of Kendallville. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.domccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Mar. 1, 2016.

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julie fleming

April 29, 2016

Ted & I just heard about Mr Atz passing. I know he will be greatly missed. I was part of the family taking care of Brian for so many years. Vacations,weddings, birthday parties and just the everyday routine. He worked hard and played hard. I will never forget his smile and and laugh. I will miss him God Bless to the entire Atz family. Julie and Ted Fleming

julie flwming

April 29, 2016

Ted & I just heard about Mr Atz passing. I know he will be greatly missed. I was part of the family taking care of Brian for so many years. Vacations,weddings, birthday parties and just the everyday routine. He worked hard and played hard. I will never forget his smile and and laugh. I will miss him God Bless to the entire Atz family. Julie and Ted Fleming

Paula Goff

March 1, 2016

I worked for Mr Atz and John Glossen at the Atz's on Getz road in Fort Wayne in the late 70's, early 80's. He was a very nice man

Mark Stegemoeller

March 3, 2016

My condolences and lifetime gratitude to the Atz family, with whom I was fortunate to live in 1971-1972.

Mark Stegemoeller

Ric Alter

March 1, 2016

I worked for Mr. Atz for many years through high school and college in the 60's. He was a wonderful mentor who provided friendship and guidance that I have always remembered and cherish.

Karen Allen

March 2, 2016

Rose Marie,
We are so sorry to read of Norman's passing while we are in Florida. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Juli Murphy and Family

March 1, 2016

Wonderful memories of Mr. Atz for all of us Rest in Peace! Richard and Juli Murphy and family

March 2, 2016

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HOME HERE ON EARTH.

Jim Offerle

March 2, 2016

I have fond memories of Norm, back in the 70's we were members of the Lions Clubs and met at the old Hobby Ranch House across from his store on Anthony Blvd, A great guy.
On my birthday every year I would order a tub of orange-pineapple ice cream from his store ,the only place in Ft. Wayne that I could get my favorite flavor. Gone but not forgotten.
AufWiederSein ,
Norm

Kathy Brennan Smith

March 1, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Norman's Passing. Many memories of Dad and Mom sharing how wonderful their class reunion was and all the fun things they did as a class was inspiring. This generation of men and women had something to give our community that was very special. Remember going to Puritans on wayne steet with my gramps way after dark because it was hot and we couldn't sleep. They were open. Amazing times shared by this generation. Thank you for all you added to our heritage Norm. Your family will miss you more than they can even imagine. Kathy Brennan Smith
daughter of Bob and June Browand Brennan

Karen Johnson

March 1, 2016

My prayers are with all of you. Norm was such a special person and a great friend. It meant so much to my father to know and work for him.

Michael Bauserman

March 1, 2016

We were sorry to read of Norman's passing. I remember as a little boy going with my parents up to Julius Atz's lake home. It was always such a special time. Julian Atz Bauserman and I are the sons of Brice and Marcella Atz Bauserman.

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