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Richard Norwood Obituary
March 22, 1942 – August 22, 2014
Native San Franciscan passed away suddenly at home. Well known for his generosity, thoughtfulness & giant laugh. Dick graduated from St. Ignatius HS & worked in the hardware industry; owning his own business "Hardware Unlimited" until his last day.Predeceased by his parents, John R. and Marjorie M. Norwood; brother, Dennis Norwood; & nephew, Christian Norwood.
Survived by wife, Belen & precious Lola; siblings, David Norwood & Anne Norwood Goebel; sons, Dennis & Kevin Norwood; 3 Gdtrs; 1 GGS; lifetime friends, Maureen & Lolita; numerous friends, employees & extended family.
Visitation will be held on Aug. 27 from 12pm – 6pm & Rosary at 6pm at Skyview Memorial Chapel, 200 Rollingwood Dr. Vallejo.
Mass will be held on Aug. 28 at 11am at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, 925 Sacramento St. Vallejo.
Further info: [email protected]
Arrangements are under the care of Skyview Memorial Lawn. 707-644-7474.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Norwood
C
August 20, 2024
Still missed - still remembered
Carolyn Waste-Lagerlof
August 20, 2023
Thank you for helping so many others on their own life´s journeys.
CW
August 20, 2021
Your legacy lives on - in the lives of those who caught the `hardware ` spark, in family and friends.
Garth Libre
June 10, 2020
I worked at Hardware Unlimited in 1981. Dick was always a kind employer and interested in all his employees well being. We actually enjoyed seeing his arrival for visits to his stores. He drove a whale tail white Porsche which was appropriate for a young, dashing businessman. That said, he was encouraging and interested in anything his employees had to say. Rest in peace.
September 24, 2014
Just heard this sad news yesterday. Have been going to Hardware Unlimited about once a month for the past 5 years. I remember him greeting everyone, and being very helpful and knowledgeable. The perfect man to run a neighborhood hardware store. He will be greatly missed. ~TD
September 8, 2014
God bless
Tim Solomon
September 8, 2014
Rest in peace Dick
I'll always remember my times at Hardware Ulimited 87-97
I learned a lot from you
God Bless
John Hanford
August 28, 2014
Many good memories of you as a mentor and kind friend. I will miss you!
August 28, 2014
Sacramento Street Merchants and neighbors will miss you. Everyone has fond stories of talking with you over the years and receiving help at your store. You're a hero for making it in retail through the ups and downs over many years. May peace surround your heart and everyone who loves you. Traci/Sacramento Street Merchants
Jim Cole
August 28, 2014
We've lived in the neighborhood for 20 years and one of my first stops early on was Dick's hardware store. We shared a birthday (well, one day apart) and I'd always drop by to wish him a happy birthday. Sadly, that will no longer be the case. Dock was a fixture in the neighborhood and will be sorely missed.
August 28, 2014
You will be greatly missed. It was always a pleasure to see you during the many years I shopped at Hardware Unlimited.
My sincere condolences to the Norwood family.
August 27, 2014
It was a pleasure and honor to work with Dick. He was always helpful and gave very appropriate and valuable advise.
August 27, 2014
the boys from St.Monicas and S.I. will miss you, God Speed......Tom Sweeney
August 27, 2014
My big brother Dick, lived a very full life, touched many hearts and will always hold a special place in my heart.
Anne
Carolyn Waste-Lagerlof
August 26, 2014
Kind, patient, generous..truly a good man who will be missed by many.
Skyview Memorial Lawn
August 25, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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