Photo courtesy of Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home - Nappanee
Nappanee, Indiana
May 26, 1942 – Sep 12, 2019 (Age 77)
Norman John Weber, age 77, of Wakarusa, died at 8:49 am, Thursday, September 12, 2019 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka after a short illness. He was born May 26, 1942 in Mishawaka to Millard and Margaret (Saltsgiver) Weber.
Norman’s first marriage was to Judy Wolf. He married Joan McCrady in 1995 and she survives. Also surviving are his children, Angie (Michael) Searles, Niles, MI, Julie (Kevin) Smith, Granger, Brooke (David) Badics, Osceola; grandchildren, Austin (Brittney) Searles, Edwardsburg, MI, Cole Searles, Niles, MI, Layne Badics, Osceola; and sister, Ruth (Robert) Wolfe, Bremen. He was preceded in death by a sister, Juanita Doty and brother, Lee Saltsgiver.
Norman was a 1961 graduate of Madison Township High School. He lived his lifetime in this area. Norman served in the United States Navy and was stationed on the Atakapa Tug Boat in Norfolk, VA from 1961 – 1965. He had worked at Bendix/Honeywell and was a member of the Sheet Metal Worker Union.
Norman was a member of the Brothers of the Wind of Indiana – reinactors of the 1800’s. He enjoyed working on his John Deere and Model T’s and was a member of the Johnny Popper Club. He enjoyed woodworking, bowling, fishing, and loved to dance.
Family and friends may call from 2-8 Monday, September 16, 2019 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa. Memorial services will take place at 11:00 am, Tuesday, September 17th at St. John’s United Church of Christ , Woodland.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Church or Johnny Poppers Club.
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Atakapa reunion Charleston 2016. See you on the porch brother.
Crew members of the USS Atakapa share the loss of Norm
He was a valued crew member 1963-65 and will be missed not only by
his family but by all his shipmates.
Ron Buice Buice
November 12, 2020 | Buford, GA | Friend
Growing up I always knew him as Stormin Normin. He was always a joy to be around. Never a dull moment. Always made you laugh because he was always laughing. Norm and my dad went fishing alot. My dad enjoyed his company, as did our entire family. Keep them laughing Norman!
Terri Bazyk(Nyerges)
September 17, 2019 | South Bend, IN
Remembered By
Terri Bazyk(Nyerges)
September 17, 2019 | South Bend, IN
Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED
Michele Rieck
September 15, 2019
I'ill miss you Norman. You were always so much fun to be around, there was never a dull moment. Thinking of Norman always brings back many fond memories of time spent with him, especially at the family reunions. So many good memories that always put a smile on my face. Godspeed Norman.
Prayers and condolences to your loved ones.
Dennis Ruff and family.
Dennis Ruff
September 13, 2019 | Santee, CA | Family
Norman will be missed! He was the life of the party and I didn't see him much but when I did I just loved him. Prayers to you all. Love Dawn Springman
September 13, 2019