Norman D. Christopher

MARDELA SPRINGS - Norman D. Christopher died Monday, Aug. 15, 2016, at Coastal Hospice At The Lake in Salisbury, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Easton, he was a son of the late Philip and Esther Christopher. He grew up in Hebron, and graduated from Mardela High School in 1957. He was affectionately known by his close friends as "Stormin Norman" and "Little Hoss." He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps and was employed for many years at the DuPont Co. He later worked as a sales representative for Standard Brands. He was an honorary member of the Hebron Fire Company and a member of Nelson's Memorial United Methodist Church and the American Legion Spring Hill Post 237. He is survived by his daughters, Terri Era, of East New Market, Tami Brown, of Hebron, and Traci Murphy, of Rhodesdale; six grandchildren; a sister, Dinah Downes, of Harrington, Del.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Martha E. Christopher; and a brother, Ronnie Christopher. A funeral service was held on Monday, Aug. 22, 2016, at the Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Interment with military honors was held in Hebron Cemetery.