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Norman Ralph Maple
LAKE STATION, IN - Norman Ralph Maple, age 75, of Lake Station, passed away peacefully at VNA Hospice, in Valparaiso, on April 12, 2019, after a short battle with bile duct cancer. He was born December 31, 1943 to Ralph and Opal (nee McCreary) Maple. Norm graduated from River Forest High School, Class of 1962. He served stateside in the Army during the Vietnam era. Norm retired from Arcelor Mittal (Burns Harbor) after 36 years as a welder. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and dear friends.
Norm was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Opal; stepfather, Mike Kopcha and his siblings. He is survived by his wife, Carrie (nee Czubik) Maple; daughter, Janice Domen.
Per Norm's wishes, there will be no formal services. BURNS FUNERAL HOME (HOBART) entrusted with arrangements. www.burnsfuneral.com
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Linda Greene
April 16, 2019
I worked with Norm at Mittal for 25 years. Never a dull moment with Norm. He was the funny brother. His memory carries on. Safe journey Norman.
Debbie Barbera
April 16, 2019
Send my Condolences, I knew Norman thru one of my Best Friends Kim & Ron Younkin. May Norman RIP
Jay Kuckuck
April 16, 2019
My sincere condolences to Carried and family
Norman and I go back to Little League and continued through High school,all good memories of those times.
R.I.P Norman God bless
Debbie & Monette Carter
April 15, 2019
So sorry for your loss Carrie and family. You are in our prayers.
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