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Norman Darling Obituary
Local businessman and farmer, Norman Darling Sr., 88, passed away at home on Thursday, May 4, 2017.
Norman was born Jan. 14, 1929, in Plains Township, to Samuel Darling and Rebecca Blaydon, both from Cambridgeshire, England. He was a 1946 graduate of Plains High School.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary (Pavidus) Darling, of Dallas, formerly of Exeter; sons, Norman Jr. and wife, Debbie, Paul and wife, Nicole, Joseph and wife, Sandra; and son-in-law, Mark Belenski, all of Dallas; sister, Elizabeth (Darling) Brotherton, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; grandchildren, Michael, Jason, Bryan, Katherine, Logan, Rebecca, Steven; numerous nieces and nephews.
Norman was preceded in death by his daughter, Debra Ann (Darling) Belenski, of Dallas; brothers, Thomas Darling, of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Walter Darling, of Plains Township.
He was the owner of Darling & Sons Farms and Greenhouses located in Plains Township and Dallas, established 1918. Norman loved working the family business with his sons and wife. He spent countless hours in the fields doing what he loved and it gave him much pride. Norman embraced a life that focused on his family, friends and community. He always had a joke to brighten your day and a story to share. We were blessed to have him as a husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Norman was a member of several community organizations throughout his life including the minstrels, Plains Ambulance Crew, Plains Lions Club, Odd Fellows and Free and Accepted Masons Lodge 61, Wilkes-Barre, where he served as past master.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 8, 2017, from the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. Interment will follow in Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, May 7, 2017, at the funeral home.
The family would like to thank Father Toomey, of Gate of Heaven, for his kindness and prayers, Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Mary Ann, Sue, Chris and Sarah at Bayada Home Healthcare.
Donations can be made in the name of Norman Darling to Saint Jude Children's Hospital or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Norman Darling
Gina Renning
April 30, 2019
Uncle Norm. You will always be remembered with love. Continue along with Debbie, to watch over the family, until they meet you in Heaven. Love, Gina, John & kids
John & Gina Renning
June 1, 2017
My Uncle Norman was a man like no other. He was a gentle giant. You only had to meet him once to NEVER forget him. He will forever be missed. RIP Uncle Norm. We love you Aunt Mary and family xoxo Gina, John, Rita and kids
roseann Hizny
May 9, 2017
He was great guy I will miss seeing him in "his" chair outside the green house .
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time .
Diana Berry
May 8, 2017
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Angelo V.
May 7, 2017
Met Mr. Darling back in the 1970s, when I was an elementary school student on a field trip to the farm. What a wonderful, friendly man he was to all of the kids. Great man with a great family. He will be missed by the community.
May 7, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the Darling family.
John Mikelski
May 7, 2017
We are deeply sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to your family. Norman was the first man in my life to provide his guidance and wisdom as a child on his farm. I will always remember him as a mentor and friend.
Mike & Ann Berish
May 7, 2017
May God comfort all now and forever. Suffering a great loss on earth, heaven gained a saint who was a great teacher of our family & land values. he will be sadly missed by many loved by all. Pray Hard and Often
Bless all Family & Friends
Mike & Ann Berish
Paul and Laura Swiderski
May 7, 2017
Sending our deepest sympathies to the entire Darling Family during this most difficult time.
Lou Woychick
May 7, 2017
Mrs. Darling, Norm, Paul, Joe and Mark. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear husband and father. He was a great man who I loved running into to say hello. Treasure the many fine memories.
May 6, 2017
Thoughts and Prayers - With Deepest Sympathy
Frank Smith
May 6, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss, he was a good man. I knew him when he was a director or the Luzerne County Co-op where I was employed. He always had a smile and treated everyone with respect. He will be missed.
May 5, 2017
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Luke 14:14
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