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NORMAN E. of Rochester, Michigan, passed away August 7, 2016, in his home with his sweetheart of 25 years, Tracy, and his loving daughters Emma and Chloe by his side. Norman was the beloved son of the late Ewald and Christa Guschewski. He will be dearly missed by his parents-in-law Neill and Sharon Elliot, his sister-in-law Tammy McLernon and her husband Brandon. He will be remembered by his big brother Roland Guschewski, wife Sharon and nephews Patrick and Stephan. Norman celebrated his 33rd year (August 5) with Magna International, and it was through his career that he made many lasting friendships around the world. Norman's infectious personality, fun loving presence, and zest for life will be missed by all who were blessed to have known him. Funeral Service, Saturday, August 13, 2016, 11:00 a.m. at the Potere-Modetz Funeral Home, 339 Walnut Blvd, Rochester. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, 3-9 p.m. As Norman graduated from Wayne State University, Memorials in Norman's name may be made to 'Wayne State Athletics Women's Golf Team in Memory of Norman Guschewski'. Online guestbook
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Rosemarie Tossell
September 4, 2016
Dear Tracey and family
I was so sorry to hear of Norman's death and would like to send you my deepest condolences. The last time I saw Norman was at his dad's funeral. He was so proud of his girls and the life you had built together. He was always so much fun to talk to and it did not seem like we hadn't seen each other in such a very long time.. We will all miss him dearly and hope that your memories of the wonderful person he was will always be with you.
I remember going to Europe with Norman and his family through the Friederich Schiller Schule Summer trips, twice along with my sister. We all worked hard to be able to go along and had the best time with a large group of students, aged 10 through 18. It was so much fun, singing out the windows of the train corridors, staying at youth hostels and seeing so many wonderful sights all through Germany and France with the group members, who became more like a family on this extended vacation together. Now when I take my students to Europe, I always marvel how Frau Guschewski did all the planning before the advent of the computer and email.
Since my mom also taught at the German school, where we all spent many a Saturday, we got to visit the Guschewski family home for a weiner roast about once a year. We were all in love with the dachshund puppies and had great time roaming through the woods on the way to the fire pit for the roast.
We will keep you in our thoughts and sorrow with you in this loss to your family.
Sincerely,
Rosemarie Tossell (nee Sator)
Kitchener, Ontario
Donna and Randy Henry
August 24, 2016
Tracey, we were so shocked to hear about Norm's passing. We will always remember his warm, smiling face! You and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers. Our memories of you and Norm at the cottage will be in our hearts forever.
Love, Donna, Randy, Chris and Mike Henry
xo
Thomas Hattey
August 22, 2016
Dear Tracy, Emma, Chloe and families:
So shocked to hear. I am so very sorry for your loss, and send my deepest condolences.
I have fond memories of Norman from our days at the Friedrich Schiller school, the memorable excursions to Germany and countless enjoyable times at the summer place. He was always great company, keen at card games, always smiling and basically game for anything. I will always remember his great skill and fearlessness maneuvering the kayak in the rough waves on Georgian Bay. He always had funny jokes to tell and always listened to and laughed at the jokes of others (even if truthfully, they weren't as funny his). He had the gift of knowing how to make others feel at ease and good about themselves.
As funny and fun-loving as he could be, Norman had his serious side too. He was hard-working, determined and focused. He dreamed big, and followed his dreams. He took his sports seriously, excelling especially in the über-sport of all Canadian boys--hockey. Fittingly, he penned a piece for the Friedrich Schiller school magazine of 2002, in his impeccable German, entitled "Deutsch in meinem Leben ' (German in my life) in which details how his command of German helped carve out his career path. He also contrasted his dreams of a pro-sports career with the reality of his career in management, concluding the piece, perhaps unwittingly, using what may have been his life's credo, the oft-used German adage "Träumen dürfen wir Alle!" (We're all entitled to dream).
And, as hard-working as he was, Norman had a warm and sensitive side. I remember his doting on his pet Dackel "Jenny" and his preferred favorite never-take-it-off hoodie with a number "77" (the significance of which, though, I never knew) all from his teen years. When he grew up, he married the love of his life, and together they raised two lovely daughters.
I can not begin to imagine your grief and sense of loss, I can only express that I share some of your sorrow.
Georgina De Carlo
August 12, 2016
We are all just walking each other home! In God's love there is a place for grief and a promise of peace.
All our love,
Kelly, Geoff and Aunt Georgie
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August 15, 2016
One of the nicest men that I knew. I really have the fondest memories of him. My deepest sympathies to his family and everyone who knew him. May his memories last forever! Tom Keller
August 14, 2016
Dear Tracy, Emma and Chloe and family, we are so deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Norm. We have such fond memories that our families shared in our years in Germany together. Your beautiful family, the deep love you share and the love and zest for life that you all enjoyed together ...we are all heart-broken for a life taken way too early. We will miss Norm...we will always be there for you and the girls.
Richard, Carol and Curtis Wilson
Steve McCain
August 13, 2016
We are so very sorry to learn of Norm's passing. Our sincere condolences and sympathy go out to your family. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless. The McCain Family
Dennis Hall
August 11, 2016
Norman I go way back. I will always remember him with the crazy hair and always smiling when you walk past him. Always dress as a professional never casual. He and his family will forever be in my prayers. A life taken way to early. He still had so much to offer with this personality and the way he could take control of any situation.
Thank you Norm.
God Bless
Phil Raglin
August 11, 2016
Norm was a part of our golf group. Many great times at our annual LDOG and on the golf trips up north and to Oregon. If you asked any of the guys about him the response would be "Norm? Great guy". Time with Norm, on and off the course, was always a lot of fun and a lot of laughs. Plus he had an awesome Rod Stewart looking haircut. He spoke often of the love and pride he had for his girls and for Tracy.
Norm is gone way too soon and will be greatly missed. RIP and we'll see you further up the road.
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