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NORMAN BROWN Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of NORMAN BROWN. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He had a wonderful sense of humor and while soft spoken, was always quick with a joke, witty remark or good piece of advice. He was always willing to help out and lend a hand and was a genuinely good person. His passion was music, and you could inevitably find him tuning pianos, making violins or playing at various services throughout Bermuda. He will be missed enormously not only by his family but by the community as a whole. He is survived by his wife Anne; his son Hywel; daughter-in-law Beth; grandchildren Bryanna, Grace and Reid and brother Peter. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, 30th March 2024 at St Peters Anglican Church, York Street, St George at 2.00pm. Colours may be worn.AMIS Memorial Chapel & Crematory
Published by The Royal Gazette from Mar. 28 to Mar. 30, 2024.

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Janet Vokey Way

April 9, 2024

Heartfelt condolences to the family ~ Norman was such a talented organist working alongside my father at Christ Church Devonshire 50 years ago...and not only that...he was a kind and patient junior choir director and piano teacher. Will always be fondly remembered. Grateful for the times we were able to catch up with him when back in Bermuda. Sending love.
Janet Vokey Way

Christine King

April 9, 2024

Anne, Please accept my condolences on Norman´s passing.

Maurice very much admired Norman´s dedication to music, and appreciated the friendship you both extended to his Father and Mother, so many years ago.

Please extend my sympathies to Hywel, Beth & their children.

Christine King

Cecily Smith (St. John´s Church Pembroke)

April 4, 2024

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

Marlene Elaine Gregory

April 4, 2024

Dear Anne, Hywel, Beth, Bryanna, Grace and Reid,
My deepest sympathy to you all on your very sad loss of Norman. I am thinking of each one of you.
I love the photo of Norman´s smiling face, while holding his precious Violin . For many years, from the time his young son was only 4 years old, Norman brought Hywel every Saturday morning @ 8:30 am to my house on Mount Hill, for his son´s Violin lessons. For each Violin lesson, Norman was always so cheerful, so patient with his little son, and always so pleasant to work with, in music. I also remember Norman including with his own mother @ Dunbarton, hosting members of Bermuda´s music community in their own home, always with kindness and generosity. Norman was a special person, and a long standing part of the Bermuda´s cultural community. Very sad for Reid, Grace and Bryanna, to lose their grandfather, while still so young. With thoughts of much sympathy for you, Anne. Sincere condolences to you all.

Georgana Thomas

April 1, 2024

My condolences to the Brown family and friends , he truly was a kind and gentle man. I knew him when he was the choir director for Christ Church Devonshire 50 years ago. He often came up in conversations when some of us who were in the choir reminisced.

Dana, Chris, Jackson and Stasia Spurling

April 1, 2024

Dear Anne and Hywel,
We are so very sad and sorry to learn of Norman´s passing - and are sending deepest, heartfelt condolences to you and the family. Norman was the kindest of folk, a steadfast and inspiring person - we are all truly better for having known him. Our hearts are with you all.

Carys Caisey

March 31, 2024

Trist iawn...cydymdeimlad i Anne a't teulu
Very sad....condolences to Ann and family
Cysgwch yn dawel
Carys Caisey

Angela Browne

March 31, 2024

Oh my goodness, my sincerest condolences to Norman´s Wife, Son and grandchildren. I worked with Norman at AIM years ago and absolutely loved him. He was everything that has been said in his obituary and more. A brilliant man. May he rest in peace

Jennecka Stovell

March 31, 2024

Truly sorry for your loss, Mrs. Brown, Hywel and family. I will always cherish the numerous memories of music lessons and support Mr.Brown shared with me, when it came to playing for our church services.
My Deepest condolences.

Michelle Smith and Family

March 30, 2024

Sincere condolences to the Brown Family. Norman was a very kind man. We took our children's cellos to him whenever they needed repair or new bridges. He was always available to help us and saved us many times when we thought we would have to miss lessons due to having no instrument. He will be a big miss, but fondly remembered for his kind and calm demeanor.

Davis Family

March 29, 2024

Anne, and All Family and Dear Friends,
We are truly saddened to hear about the death of Norman Brown, and we send our heartfelt condolences to you during this sad time. We have certainly lost a versatile and multi-talented person. We are thankful he shared his remarkable musical passion, gifts, and talents with so many, and he will certainly be missed by all who loved him. We will miss his wonderful sense of humor, jokes, and willing spirit.

Please continue to treasure your good memories and may they soothe your saddened hearts. May prayers strengthen you and cherished memories comfort you, and may God soothe your hearts and comfort you always. (23rd Psalm)

Helle Patterson

March 29, 2024

Deepest condolences to the family. Norman was a truly lovely man.

Ray & Martha Chiappa

March 29, 2024

Our deepest condolences to Anne and family, also to brother Peter.
Norman was a quiet, gentle giant with so much talent. We have very fond memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Gail Fox

March 29, 2024

Anne and family so sorry to hear this. Norman tuned my piano just a week or so ago and had a lovely chat.
And of course our good times at Alexander & Alexander when he helped foster me as the newby.
Absolutely the strong silent type but as others have said that wonderful wit and dry sense of humor.
He will be missed.

Sajni Tolaram

March 29, 2024

Norman was a great gentleman, so gifted in the spirit and art of music - most grateful for the years he tuned my piano.
Love + blessings to his dear family,

Susan Abernethy

March 29, 2024

I was so sorry to read of Norman´s passing.
My love and prayers to you all,
Sue Abernethy

Jane Farge

March 28, 2024

Dear Anne and Hywel , sincere condolences, Norman was an amazing talented and kind man , with a wonderful sense of humor . Blessed to have known Anne and Norman for 38 years . You both touched my life , and a constant support through my " tricky years " . We will miss him so much !! I am not good with words ; " when words fail , music speaks " huge loss to the community

Dr Gaynell Hayward-Caesar

March 28, 2024

So sorry to hear of Norman's passing. A gentle giant. He use to tune the piano for my piano. He loved music and made it look so easy. Sleep well Norman. Dr Gaynell Hayward-Caesar

Ellen K. Stewart

March 28, 2024

Dear Anne, you and your family have my most heartfelt condolences. I know your many wonderful memories made with Norman will be a comfort. For me, he was the best landlord ever. Sympathy to your family.
- Ellen Stewart

Brian Leman

March 28, 2024

To Anne and family: I will certainly miss the annual piano tuning visits from Norman, where we would reminisce about school days, and generally catch up on irrespective families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Brian & Joy (Leman).

Robyn Adair-Lewton

March 28, 2024

I met Norman once but knew in one meeting that he is a man of wit, wisdom, and talent. I have no doubt that he is sorely missed by many. I am sending my condolences and love to family and friends.

andrew chamberlain

March 28, 2024

So sorry to hear of the passing of Norman. He was an extraordinary person who Tuned our family piano on many occasions. He must have had the patients of a saint to take on a task of building violins. I always found him to be thoughtful and an interesting person to chat with. I am sure he will be missed a great deal by you his family, but also Bermuda as well. My sincerest condolences

Andrew Chamberlain

Krista Audax

March 28, 2024

In loving memory of such a kind, wonderful and witty human being... He will be dearly missed and loved always....

Lisa Hansen

March 28, 2024

I´m heartbroken for you Anne and Hywel and family. Norman truly was a gentle genius, and an amazing musician with a brilliant wit. He took incredible pride in his workmanship including tuning & repairing pianos & making violins. But his greatest pride and joy was surely his family, especially his grandchildren. My heart goes out to all of you.

Sonja Wells-Slawson

March 28, 2024

Father Tom Slawson and I are very sad to hear the news of Norman's passing. He was our organist at both St. Peter's and Chapel of Ease. He played beautifully even when the organ at Chapel of Ease wouldn't cooperate. Norman was quiet, but friendly when spoken to and he will be remembered as a kind-hearted and talented musician and even more so, as a good person. Our sincere condolences to Anne and his family, friends, St. Peter's Church and Chapel of Ease. I know he will be sadly missed, but also remembered with much fondness.

Michelle Lansing (Robinson)

March 28, 2024

Condolences from the Robinson family. Our prayers are with your family during this challenging time. Norman used to tune our piano. We thought about him recently since our piano needs tuning. Norman also did Tai Chi with me many years ago. He was a wonderful. talented soul. He will be greatly missed.

Cannoth & Susan Roberts

March 28, 2024

On behalf of Air Tech, Canny, Ian, and Joshua, our sincerest condolences on your loss, Mrs. Brown. A nicer fellow you would not meet. He will be greatly missed.

Liz Tremblay

March 28, 2024

Dear Anne
We are so sorry to hear of Norman's passing and send our love and sympathy to the family.
I have such fond memories of Norman's restringing my piano so many years ago. His daily visits with his tool box were so entertaining for my, then, 18 month old. Norman was such a patient, gentle soul and has left his mark on many families
Liz and Mark Tremblay, Calgary, Canada

Cheryl Brimmer

March 28, 2024

So very sorry to hear of Norman's passing. Through his dry sense of humor, we formed our friendship while working at BOAC. It was natural for us to share a laugh whenever we saw each other over the years, and I will always think fondly of him. My sincere condolences to his family.

Tonia Powell

March 28, 2024

To the Brown family, my deepest condolences. I worked with Norman at Insurance Managers and was constantly amused by his underlying humor although he could be very serious without question. I am sure he will be missed by all.

Doris and Kimberly Foley

March 28, 2024

To Anne and Hywel,
So sorry to hear of Norman's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Carl H. Paiva

March 28, 2024

My deepest condolences Anne and Hywel. I always enjoyed Norman´s dry sense of humour. He will be deeply missed by many people.

Mark Smith

March 28, 2024

Dear Anne ,very sorry to hear about Norman. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you.
Mark and Sue
Lee,ma USA

marjoriepettit

March 28, 2024

Dear Anne and Family,
We were so sad to hear of the death of dear Norman.
He was a wonderful musician who contributed so much to the community throughout his life. He will be much missed.
We send love and condolences . This is such a great loss for you and everyone who had the privilege of knowing Norman.
Marjorie and Tony

Karen Foster

March 28, 2024

Dear Anne,
We are so sorry to hear about Norman, and wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and Hywel and send our love,
Karen and Brian,
Dorset, UK.

EdmundBerkeley

March 28, 2024

My condolences to my first piano teacher I never forgot my very first lesson a song using middle c may his soul rest in peace

EdmundBerkeley

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