Norman-Barstow-Obituary

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Norman Barstow

West Hartford, Connecticut

Nov 12, 1940 – Jul 31, 2021 (Age 80)

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BORN
November 12, 1940
DIED
July 31, 2021
AGE
80
LOCATION
West Hartford, Connecticut

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Cremation Society of Connecticut - Windsor Obituary

Norman Barstow died unexpectedly July 31. He had suffered for several years with Frontal Temporal Dementia caused by the gene mutation that is also behind many cases of ALS, the awful disease that had previously devastated members of his family. Norm was born in New London on November 12, 1940...

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Norm was a kind and gentle man. I loved his face would light up in a smile, and how he would dance with me at parties. Rest easily, my friend. Jane, my sympathies to you and your entire family. Norm was quite a lovely man.

Dear Jane, I was sorry to hear of Norman's passing. Although I don't remember ever meeting him, he must have been quite a guy to keep up with you! My condolences to all your family.

My sincere sympathy, Jane. I knew Norm as a kind and gentle man. My thoughts are with you through this difficult period.

I'm Bob Ball. I sang with Norm for a number of years with "The Spare Parts". I was a bass and Norm was a tenor. I remember Norm as subdued, low key but very funny/witty. Formed in 1959, The Spare Parts had its origins in the Choral Club of Hartford, when several of its members met to experiment in post -collegiate harmony. I joined in the mid-nineties. We had a great time together, performing at banquets, business meetings and private parties. In performance, we presented an unforgettable...

I go back to the Norm of Mt Hermon Prep days- 54-8- his wit stix in my brain- im sure we sang together- thus recommend for music- Bach Cantata 27- We do not know when our end will come" and Grieg "Solveig's Song"- Norm wld appreciate!

I'm very sorry to hear of Norm's passing. For many years he was a fixture at the Educational Innovations booth at countless science conferences. Norm was resourceful and clever and very generous with his time. He was a wonderful educator and provided many teachers with lessons and ideas that allowed them to shine in their classrooms! I have many fond memories of Norm, and I offer my most sincere condolences.