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Norman Simonelli Obituary

Norman W. Simonelli

Virginia Beach - Norman W. Simonelli, 83, sailed away to the Lord on Dec. 3, 2013 surrounded by his family. He was born on Nov. 11, 1930 to Catherine and Octavius Simonelli in Mystic, CT.

He grew up in Mystic, where he was the class Vice Pres. all 4 yrs of high school. After graduation in 1948, he joined the Navy. He was a veteran, retiring as a Commander after serving 30 years on the USS Rodman, the USS Yosemite, the USS Perry, the USS Tidewater and many others, creating lifelong friends along the way. Upon retirement, he worked for the Navy as a civilian at SeaCor. He was the Commander of the Hugo A. Simonelli VFW Post in Mystic and the secretary for the Rodman and Yosemite, responsible for the newsletters and reunions.

Norman was a kind and generous man who cared about others, serving his community in many ways. He felt it was an honor and a privilege serving his country in the Navy. The Navy was as much a part of him as his family. He enjoyed woodworking, bowling, crabbing, the Redskins and his morning walks with Joe and Copper. He was thankful and grateful for his friends which he considered family. But his greatest and proudest achievement was his family which was the most important thing to him. He showed this on a daily basis through his love and selflessness.

He is survived by his wife of 54 yrs, Eleanor Simonelli, his sister Betty Pettini and husband, Don; 2 children, Mary Ellen Gagnon and husband Jim, Michael Simonelli and wife Kelley; 9 grandchildren, Steffanie Timpson and husband Eddye, Sara Burns, Scott Burns, Anthony Simonelli, Christopher Simonelli, Jena Gagnon and partner Faruk, Kali and husband Ryan, Kyle Gagnon , Joel Gagnon and partner Tasha; 7 great-grandchildren, Brooke-Lynn, Cameron, Rylee, Brody, Evren, Leyla and Ethan.

Friends will be received at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, 1457 Independence Blvd, Va Bch, Sun., Dec. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Mon., Dec. 9 at Hollomon - Brown at 11 a.m. Burial with military honors will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park on Witchduck Rd. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.


Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 5, 2013.
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Great memories during our service aboard the USS Perry DD-844

Steve Silk

Coworker

December 2, 2019

I served as Executive Vice President of AMSEC during its first none years. The success we achieved as a company was because people of Norm's caliber honored us by joining our team. His expertise and leadership allowed AMSEC to provide outstanding services our our Navy while also making AMSEC a great place to work. I looked up to Norm. I am so sorry that your family has lost him for now. We will all be together again soon enough.

Jack Greenhalgh

December 18, 2013

Dear Betty-- I was sad to read of Norm's passing and wanted you to know that my thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May God bless you and the rest of Norm's family. Sincerely, Roy

Roy Smith

December 11, 2013

My condolences to the family with the passing of your loved one.
May memories sustain you at this sad time.

Joy (widow of Rick) Flanagan

December 10, 2013

Norm was a very good friend, boss, and neighbor to me and my family He will be missed by all

Bill Cole

December 8, 2013

It was my pleasure and honor to have served aboard the USS Perry with Norm. He was a 4.0 sailor, gentleman and true friend and will truly be missed by all who knew him.
My deepest sympathy to the Simonelli family.
Smooth sailing mate.
Steve

Steve Silk

December 7, 2013

To the Simonelli family:
Norman was a good friend and neighbor to my family. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Karen Estabrook & Raven

karen estabrook

December 7, 2013

My sincere sympathy to all the family.

God Bless
Magda Ferrell

Magda Ferrell

December 6, 2013

It is with great sadness that I heard about Norm. He was a great navy man, good friend and a terrific shipmate. Bless all the family.

Lawrence Eaton MMCS

December 5, 2013

A good man who enjoyed life to the fullest!

bob lachapelle

December 5, 2013

To the Simonelli Family,
I got to meet Norman at the reunion in Mystic for the USS Rodman. My dad severed on the USS Rodman in WWII.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mark Ciliano

December 5, 2013

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