Norman-Denzin-Obituary

Norman Denzin

Urbana, Illinois

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URBANA - Norman K. Denzin, Ph.D., 82, of Urbana passed away peacefully and in the comfort of his family on Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023. Norman was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

He is survived by his spouse, Katherine Ryan; two daughters, Johanna Denzin (Steve) and Rachel Denzin...

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Your profound methodological wisdom will continue to serve as an enduring source of inspiration for scholars!!!

May you rest in peace. You were a kind and gentle soul, and you gave hope and direction to those grappling with challenging topics. I will always remember meeting you for the first time. My doc student and I were so nervous to be meeting one of our idols. A true class act! We will miss you,

My husband, David Dickens, was a colleague of Norm Denzin's and thought so very highly of him. David had great admiration for Norm. David also thought Norm was "one hell of a human being" and loved his charisma, charm, and kindness. Professor Denzin will be very much missed. Many Blessings and Love to his family during this difficult time. David & Angelique Dickens, Las Vegas UNLV

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Being one of your doctoral students changed my life. Thank ' you' for embracing me and my work. I will NEVER forget you Norm. Rest in Heaven.

As a critical decolonial scholar, I appreciate his empathic listening and caring spirit. We will continue to honor his spirit by continuing to work for social justice. May his soul continue to evolve in the afterlife!

His work was very impactful! Descance em paz!

I will miss you old friend. Thank you for helping save my life..

Norman was one of the most versatile and manefeted sociologists, fearless in taking on controversial topics for comment and analysis, He will be sorely missed...