Norman J. VanTassel

In two days, Norm passed away a year ago. Almost everyday, I walk by his house and hope that he is having a grand time in heaven with his wife, Anita. He is lucky that he no longer needs to shovel snow in his driveway. But I miss his smile and stories.

Dear Anita, Gary, Jason and Eric,
So sad to hear of Norm's passing, he was a great guy!
He actually taught me with great patience how to ski at Blandford Ski Club. So many wonderful times shared there.
Sherry and Dick Levine

Norm was a great neighbor, who often told me how to improve my front lawn. Smiles. My wife and I shall miss this friendly man, who told his life stories and listened to ours. Best wishes to Anita.

Anita, Gary, Phillip, Janet and the entire VanTassel family, we were very saddened to hear of "Uncle" Norman´s passing.
A gentler, more loving man would be hard to find. He was "one of the really good guys" and will be sorely missed by many.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time and beyond.
Diane and Rich Fleming

Dear Gary

Sory to hear about Norm's passing. A class act and one of the first I got to knew when I joined LCC. Had many good rounds and times with him. He will be missed.

It was sad to hear of Norman's"poppy" passing. He was a great man with tons of knowledge. He will certainly be missed by me and Evan and Spencer, who adored their great grandfather.

Sorry for your loss. Norm was a great person to talk to and a real class guy.

Dear Gary and Eric, so sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa. What a wonderful life. You are both in my prayers ....
Steve Etkin

Gary, Eric and family. It was always such a pleasure when Mr Van Tassel stopped by the shop. He was so positive and respectful. He will be missed

A heartfelt thank you for your service to our country. Rest in peace.

Gary and family
So sorry for your loss.
Russ Omer

Dear Anita, Gary, and Family:
We were deeply saddened to learn of Norm´s passing. Recent months have not treated him well. Regardless, it is difficult to lose a spouse, parent, and friend as wonderful as was Norm. We first met when he graciously hired me to be a claims adjuster at Spfld. Fire & Marine Ins. Co. in 1959, when I was in night law school at WNEC, and direly needed the position. Years later, at Baystate West, BayBank, Blandford, or LCC, he would say to me that he had "put me on the road to success". I should have asked him to define "success." Norm was a unique person who had a unique life. He was blessed with a smile which he put to good use; an interesting conversationalist; and a humble person, the greatest of virtues. He and you are in our prayers. Recall the good times, of which there were many.
Love, Bill and Pat Fitzgerald

Dear Gary,
I am so sorry to learn that Norm passed away.He was a great guy, and I always enjoyed our many rounds of golf at LCC.
My deepest sympathy to you, Anita, and your family.
Max Cloud

Norman and Anita were dear friends of my parents, George and Eleanor Nolan, and I have such fond memories of the four of them skiing, golfing, and just generally enjoying life and each others' company. Norman was a good man, kind, warm, and funny. I cherished his wink and the smell of his pipe. If anyone deserved a long and happy life, it was Norm. My deep condolences to Anita, Janet, and Gary on your loss.

My deepest sympathies, Janet at the loss of your father.

Dear Anita and family

I am so deeply sorry and quite sad to learn Norman has passed.
Such a dear sweet man. I will forever cherish the memories of kind compliments and wonderful conversation.
I am sure Norman was very proud have been the leader of The Van Tassel family for so many many years. Hugs to you all.

I love Norman. Rest in Peace.
Annie Gentile

I met Norman in 1981 as a nominee for membership at the Longmeadow Country club. Norman was a member of the Board back then and I had to attend a luncheon so the board could later vote on my membership request. After the meeting, Norman took me aside and assured me of a positive vote. We have been friends ever since. Norman was a great human being and always a pleasure to be with. I trust he will continue his daily walks and rounds of golf in heaven. God bless you Norman.

Gary and family sorry to hear the sad news. What an incredible life he lead. Prayers being sent!

I knew Norman as a member of LCC, and have never met such an accomplished, fair and upstanding man as him! He was well before his time in fairness and humanitarianism! A true loss to his family and community. Every encounter that I had with his was productive, and one left with the feeling that he had a vivid understanding of you as a human being and individual!! He brought the best out in everyone!!!

Gary, Eric and family: Very sorry to hear of Norm's passing. I always enjoyed seeing him at the golf course. He was a real gentleman.

Even though I only had the privilege of knowing Norman for a few years, his smile, and inviting personality, drew you in. A truly caring soul. He will not be forgotten. A good man, A good life.

Jennifer Murphy Van Tassel..My Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your family member. What a fantastic write-up. Sounds like he lived a very full life and was dedicated to his wife and his family as well as his career. How fortunate you all were to have him in your life all those years and now hold his memories in your heart.

Auntie Anita, So sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace. Love, your niece Diana

My condolences to you all

Sorry to hear about your loss. He was truly a gentleman although I only met him a few times it was a honor. Norman had a good long and interesting life. He helped many people. You all had a great father and friend. Again my condolences and prayers