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Norman Contois Obituary
Norman R. Contois Jr., 56 of Summit Township, PA, passed suddenly on June 11, 2011. He was born in Albany, NY on March 1, 1955. He grew up in Guilderland and Cobleskill, NY and graduated from Cobleskill High School in 1973. He grew tired of New York winters and moved to Summerfield, Florida in 1977, where he lived until moving to Erie in 2006. Norm was employed by the Thermoclad Company where he was the plant manager of the Florida operation and was currently in a Technical Support position. Norm was pre-deceased by his dad, Butch Scofield (Summerfield, FL), his father Norman R. Contois Sr. (Deltona,FL), his best friend Tony Apgar (Ocala, FL), maternal and paternal grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. He is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart; Kelly (Hills) Contois of Erie, mother; Arlene Scofield of Summerfield, FL, father-in-law; Robert Hills of Erie, sister; Barb Gardner of Summerfield, FL, half-sister; Nicole (Contois) O'Daniel of Deltona, FL, nephew James (Marlene) Gardner of Silver Springs, FL, niece; Tammy Gardner and great nephew Cody Gardner of Summerfield, FL. He is also survived by his loving fur and feathered family all of whom he loved deeply.
Norm had many friends in Erie, Florida and Cobleskill, NY who could always count on his wonderful sense of humor, quick wit and great stories to make them laugh. He loved to ride his motorcycle, spend time with his family, garden, travel and the great outdoors. He had only lived in Erie for five years, but he loved the people and the area and embraced all that it has to offer. He believed in living life to the fullest, always trying to make the most of each and every day.
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Joyce Singleton
June 7, 2023
Still missing you my friend.
As each year passes it does not get any easier.
james gardner
July 15, 2011
we will all miss you uncle norm. kelly im sorry call if you need anything
Dawn Kozsey
July 2, 2011
I was very sorry to hear that Norm had passed. I just heard this morning, from the dear mail lady that we had for so many years in Summerfield, and was so shocked to learn of it. My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family at this time of tremendous loss. I have many fond memories of Norm. May the Lord be with all of you in your time of sorrow, and may Norm always live on in your heart and in all your cherished memories.
With love,
Dawn
Leslie Hills Van
June 23, 2011
For my dear cousin Kelly and my favorite Unkel Bob..... the sadness I feel is so great ... I was informed via email of Norm's sudden passing while I was on my medical mission trip in Belize. It left me feeling so isolated and it hurt me to know I couldn't be there to hold you up Kelly. I will cherish the memories I have of our times shared, both in Florida and up in PA. There are so many fond memories of Norm - what a great man he was. Carlie was very very saddened as well. The morning after hearing of this deep loss we lifted you both up in prayer during our morning devotion.... I hope you felt it..... I want to call you but know there is so little to say...what do you say to someone who has suffered such a great loss? What I can say is this: I love you both very much and am deeply saddened that you have to suffer this loss....it is unimaginable. I hope that your faith in God can somehow lesson your burden...you can lean on Him. With all my love, Leslie
Heidi Louise Hall
June 16, 2011
Ah, my old friend Kelly, my heart breaks for you. I am so saddened, especially as I will never get the opportunity to meet the man who stole my best friends heart. Know I am here for you and your papa should there be anything I could do to help ease your burden. Bless you, call when you are able.
Kim Kramer
June 16, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kelly.
Joyce Singleton
June 15, 2011
Kelly,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Ma, Barb and the whole family.
My heart aches at the thought of Norm being gone. I will always treasure the memories of working with him at Thermoclad and our company picnics. Norm could always make me laugh, and I too will miss his story telling. I am fortunate to have known him, and I will miss him. Kelly.... Norm was the happiest he has ever been when you came back into his life, here in Florida. My friend may be gone, but never forgotten. With my deepest sympathy.
June 15, 2011
Kelly,
We were so shocked to hear about Norm if there is anything that we can do for you please call. Our thoughts are with you.
Terri Rieger Erie, Pa
jennifer rieger
June 15, 2011
kelly sorry for your loss are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this sad time norm was a great guy
Debbie Hudson
June 15, 2011
Kelly,
I only knew Norm through stories about your vacations and all your travels. I'm glad you got to enjoy so many things together. I pray these memories will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Bobbie Fowler
June 15, 2011
Kelly,
I was so shocked to read the passing of Norm. I know it is a very hard and sad time for you, but my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randall Betts
June 14, 2011
Norm we will all miss you. You were always one up but I did get you with Tom the turkey, That you blamed poor Tony for, Now you and him can laugh about it again up there. No one could tell a better story especially the turkey one.
-Hoopy
Mary Morgan
June 14, 2011
Kelly,
I am sad to hear about Norm. I did not know him that well, but I know how much you loved him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and his family.
Mary
June 14, 2011
Dear Kelly and Robert,
Yes, we are all saddened to learn of Norm's passing and our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you both. We have spoken with your Cousin Leslie and she will contact you upon her return from Belize. We so enjoyed Norm's zest for life,his friendliness, good humor and were so pleased to witness his love for you. We wish you Peace.
Uncle Jack and Aunt Martha
Connie & Sonny Davis
June 14, 2011
Kelly
Our hearts are heavy with the passing of our friend Norm. We will always remember how he made us laugh when we were together and the love he had for you.Our prayers and thoughts are with you and family. We love you. Connie & Sonny
Loree Ingraham
June 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, I did not know Norm but my father and him worked together. May God Bless you at this time, and remember he will always be watching over your family. God Bless
- Loree Ingraham
Gail Broaderick
June 14, 2011
Our hearts are saddened but are honored to have known and had Norm as our friend. His humor and love of life, especially his wife was amazing. Our deepest sympathy to Kelly and family.
We love you.
Gail & Charlie (Anthony, Fl)
Kelly Contois
June 14, 2011
Even though we had moved to Erie, Norm's friends and family in Florida were always close in his heart and mind. We all know what a great storyteller he was, and the many stories he told of Florida, made for many good laughs in Erie. He loved each and every one of you very much.
I'm keeping all of you close at heart.
Kelly
arlene scofield
June 14, 2011
Norm I love you with all my heart
mom
Dave McGrath
June 13, 2011
Norm was my cousin but was like a second brother to me. He played a major part in my childhood and the good times we had are fresh in my memory today. My heart is very heavy.
Joey Mancuso
June 13, 2011
Such a sad loss. I'm so sorry. We will all miss him here on Earth but I can only imagine all the fun he's having up in heaven. Stay strong Kelly.
Paul,Donna,Jason,Jenny Ferrell
June 13, 2011
We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Norm's passing.We always looked foward to getting together with Norm&Kelly,even if it was just to shoot the breeze.Norm had such a quick wit and common sense advise,we just loved him like family.It seems as though we had know Norm forever and will never forget him.All of our thoughts are with Kelly,his mother Arlene-we know her as Ma-you could not have raised a finer son than Norm,and to all of his family.Norm will be greatly missed.
Gary Hills
June 13, 2011
Kelly and Uncle Bob . . . We were saddened to hear of your loss. We are grateful for modern days and the ability to find the news and reply quickly. We will look forward to everyone's remarks and stories about Norm. We did not get to know him well, and he seems like a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you both at this time.
Chris Holmstrom
June 13, 2011
Kelly we are so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful man... Norm was like a brother to Eric & gave so much to him.... More than you will ever know... Thank you for sharing him with everyone. The stories that he told in the way that only Norm could do, that made everyone listening not just smile, but laugh out loud! I only met him a few times, but I feel like a knew him the entire time Eric did. Everyday they worked together meant another "Norm story"! Good or bad he told it honest & from the heart.... He shared so much, wisdom, advice, a willing ear and most of all friendship with Eric...thanks Norm, you were the best friend anyone could ever hope to have. You will be so sadly missed... We will think of you with every Blues & Jazz song we hear...like the music you loved..you will live on forever... Rest in peace...you were a one of a kind.
Eric & Chris Holmstrom
Marlene Gardner
June 13, 2011
Norm, thank you for all the laughter, the words of wisdom, the pleasure of just being with you through the years and getting to know someone as special as you. Jimmy and I always looked up to you and we still do. The love we feel in our hearts will never go away.
June 13, 2011
I love you with all my heart
MOM
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