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Norman Edward Tobery Jr.

1953 - 2017

Norman Edward Tobery Jr. obituary, 1953-2017, Walkersville, MD

BORN

1953

DIED

2017

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Stauffer Funeral Home

1621 Opossumtown Pike

Frederick, Maryland

Norman Tobery Obituary

Norman Edward Tobery Jr., 64, of Walkersville, MD, passed away at his farm on October 11, 2017 after a very short battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Janice (Onderdonk) Tobery.

He entered the wild ride of life on September 23, 1953, the loving son of the late Norman Tobery Sr. and Hazel Tobery. Norman was a graduate of Frederick High School, Class of 1971. Norman was known for his beautiful blue eyes, his easy smile, and big heart. He loved all four-legged creatures dearly (the two-legged ones not so much). As a child, he would kidnap neighborhood cats and bring them home. He was surrounded by hundreds of loving friends throughout his life. He loved riding in his rock-crawler truck and made some of the most lasting memories with his dear friends known as the "KGB", especially with the late Rick "Snake" Sawyers. He loved listening to Rock & Roll and Country music while having a cold Michelob. He was a master finish carpenter for most of his adult life until 2008 after which he, his wife and daughter Brittany operated Pleasant Ridge Farm, Walkersville, MD.

Norman will be fondly remembered and profoundly missed by his wife, Janice Tobery; his daughters, Kelly Daniel and husband Craig of Charles Town, WV, and Brittany Doody and husband Matt of New Market, MD; his loving mother, Hazel Tobery of Sevierville, TN; his sister, Barbara "Bobby" Tobery-Hack and husband Dallas Hack of Sevierville, TN; his grandchildren Ben, Nathan, Jake and Emmie; and brothers-in-law Larry and John Onderdonk and sister-in-law Eileen and husband Joe Gideon; and multiple nieces and nephews. Norman will also be missed by his furry friends, Bailey (his riding buddy), Dutchie, Bella, Addison, Jesse, Eastwood and Zach.

A big thank you to the amazing organization Hospice of Frederick County for making it possible for Norman to be at home with his family and friends.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 15 from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at Stauffer Funeral Home, 1621 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD. A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 16 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment will be in Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Frederick.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Uniting To Save Animals, PO Box 1064, Frederick, MD or Hospice of Frederick County, PO Box 1799, Frederick, MD.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.staufferfuneralhome.com.

Published by The Frederick News-Post from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2017.
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My deepest sympathy to family of Norman. I remember Norman well from FHS Class of 71. He was a great guy and sorry I never had a chance to reconnect with him after High School. Again, my deepest sympathy to all of the family.
Brooks Yetter

October 19, 2017

Not even the biggest and most insecure horse on a windy day could rattle Norman. He was a Steady Eddie around the farm, very reliable and he loved all the four legged creatures. He loved his family, too. Certainly the many friends and family who have gathered around are a testament to Norman's life, love and character. There is a tall empty place on the farm that Norman filled and he will really be missed.

Janet Collier

October 13, 2017

Kelly & Family,

May your family and faith help you through this difficult time. So very sorry for your loss.

In Deepest Sympathy
Wendy Claude

Wendy Claude

October 13, 2017

So very sorry to lose such a strong man to this dreadful disease. My heart is with Janice, Brittany, and Norman's entire family at this time of sorrow. May you all find peace in your memories of time spent with Norman.

Starlett Leatherman

October 13, 2017

Jess and I send our sympathies and condolences to both you and Brittany. We are so sorry. We always had good times at the Christmas party. Lauren also sends her sympathies.

Karen Dankmeyer

October 13, 2017

Mr. Norm one awesome man !! I remember our talks and your advice while bringing the horses in and working in the barn. Rest easy and watch over your loved ones, you will and are missed. Mrs. Janice and Brittany you two are in my thoughts.

Heather Parker

October 13, 2017

My children Stephanie, Matthew and I are so very sorry to hear of Normans passing. Though we hadn't seen him for some time, our families made a longtime friendship and memories of days gone by. Norman was one of a kind and we loved him. Rest in peace to my Led Zeppelin listening friend.

Deb Weddle (former last name--Lillard)

October 12, 2017

My deepest sympathies go out in this time of loss.

Heather Neider

October 12, 2017

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