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Norman H. Westbeld
Norman H. Westbeld, age 83, of Louisville, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away suddenly Saturday, February, 10, 2007 in Mercy Medical Center. He was born September 6, 1923 in Kalida, Ohio to the late Lawrence and Irene (Zeller) Westbeld. Norman attended St. Michael's Elementary and was a graduate of Kalida High School Class of 1941. He attended Kent State University where he earned his Bachelor's Degree graduating Cum Laude and his Masters Degree in Education Administration. Norman was a teacher in the Wells School, High Ability Program in the Canton City Schools. He was a principal at the Martin Elementary in Canton and Lake High School in Hartville. Norman served as Assistant Superintendent for the North Royalton Schools and Superintendent for the United Local Schools. He proudly served his country as an Army veteran. Norman was a radio operator with the Regimental Headquarters Co.-303rd. He served with the infantry in the European Theater of War and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. Norman earned the rank of Master Sergeant - Communication Platoon with the Japan Occupation Forces. Norman was a talented athlete who enjoyed a successful minor-league baseball career playing for the Ohio State League in 1941; Mountain States League in 1942; Florida International League in 1947 and Piedmont League and St. Louis Cardinals in 1948. He was inducted into the Stark County Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame in 1976. He was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church of Louisville where he served as usher for eleven years. Norman was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Norman is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Mary "Tillie" (Bobish) whom he married August 17, 1946; children, Fred (Brenda) Westbeld of Canal Winchester, Robert (Kristine) Westbeld of Big Prairie and Monica (Gregory) Roush of Boardman; sisters, Dolores Hoffman, Charlene Routson and Kathleen Karcher, all of Findlay; brother, Larry Westbeld of Kalida; grandchildren, Heidi Neil of Stoutsville, Nathan Westbeld of Spring Hill, TN, Kirk Westbeld of Powell, Brett Westbeld of Reynoldsburg, Ann Westbeld of Big Prairie, Amy Westbeld of Big Prairie, Patrick Roush of Sylvania, Adam, Britain, Zachary, Hannah, Vanessa and Isabella Roush, all of Boardman; and eight great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by a brother, Warren Westbeld. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Louis Catholic Church with Msgr. Ken Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Norman's family will receive friends Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. at the Paquelet-Falk Funeral Home in Louisville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Norman's memory to St. Louis Catholic Church.
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Published by The Repository or The Independent from Feb. 12 to Feb. 13, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Norman Westbeld

17 Entries

John Carlin

March 6, 2007

Dear Tillie and family, Dorie and I were greatly saddened to learn about Norm. He was a great friend who will be missed forever.Norm was not only a devoted husband,father and grandfather but also one who made a difference in the lives of many people. John and Dorie Carlin

Darlene Jones

February 23, 2007

To the family Of Norman Westbeld.

So sorry to read in the paper about Norm passing away. My sons had worked for Norm in the summer time and help him work in his garden. My sons enjoyed working for Norm. Norn will be sadly missed and loved by all who knew him. God Bless all.

Darlene ( Davis ) Jones
Stanley & Russell Richardson

Anne/Fred Scarletto

February 15, 2007

So sorry to hear of Mr. Westbeld's passing. He was always a kind an friendly man. Our prayers and love at this time of sorrow.Anne and Fred Scarletto High Point NC

Kirk, Ambuja and Archana Westbeld

February 15, 2007

Dear Grandma, Dad, Uncle Fred and Aunt Monica,

We are so sad to hear about Grandpa's passing and sadder still that we could not be with you during this time. However, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Grandpa so much. Please accept our condolences and apologies for our absence.

Steve Routson

February 13, 2007

Dear Aunt Tillie, Fred, Bob, and Monica:

I can't begin to tell you how much your dad meant to me, growing up, and the positive influence he had on me. I admired and loved your dad a great deal, and his passing is a deep sorrow felt in my heart, too. I know the Lord has welcomed him home and the wonderful peace he now enjoys with Grandpa & Grandma Westbeld, and our aunts, uncles and cousins in our Westbeld family we have lost over the years. I pray Our Lord guides, protects and comforts you in the days to come.

Bob Berrodin

February 13, 2007

I got to know Norm through the Greater Stark County Amateur Baseball Assn. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Gloria McLaughlin

February 13, 2007

Dear Mary and Family,
So very sorry to hear of Norm's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. You and Norm were a great couple and I enjoyed working with you so much at Stern and Mann's.

Cheryl Gibson (Mottice)

February 13, 2007

Tillie & Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss. Norm was a great neighbor and I have many happy memories at the 4th of July parties in your yard. Mom (Elaine Mottice) also sends her sympathy.

Cheryl & John Gibson

Lois Hertig

February 13, 2007

Dear Tillie & Family, we were sorry to hear of Norms passing. Also we are so sorry we could not get there to be with you and express our sympathy in person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry Westbeld & Family

Jo Schiffbauer

February 13, 2007

Dear Mrs. Westbeld and family, please accept my sympathy in your loss. In the one year that he was principal at Lake High School (where I was a teacher), he earned my respect and appreciation. May God bless and comfort you.

John Nees

February 13, 2007

Norm was a good person,and I enjoyed him in conversations. He
kept me informed about Fred often.
May he be blessed, and remembered.
John and Phyllis Nees

Dr. Guntram & Helga Maier (Kraus)

February 13, 2007

Dear Mrs. Westbeld, dear Westbeld family,
since we cannot express our deepest sympathy personally please accept it this way. We always were good neighbours and will miss Mr. Westbeld at the mailbox where we usually met each other.

Jim & Ida Warner

February 13, 2007

Our condolences are with the entire Westbeld family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time. Memories are the legacy of love.

Janice Bordine

February 13, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Westbeld's passing. I taught for Mr. Westbeld at Martin School. He was a wonderful principal. I had great respect for him.

Melba Jordan

February 12, 2007

I'm very sorry for your loss. Mr. Westbeld was our principal at Martin Elementry School. I'll never forget him; he greatly improved the quality of my childhood educational experience by fearlessly putting his foot down on the necks of the bullies. For that, he will always be my hero!

Paul & Dorothy Menegay

February 12, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

LeRoy White

February 12, 2007

Extremely sorry to hear about Mr. Westbeld's passing. I was a teacher for 30 years. I had him for a principal. He was the best school administrator that I ever worked for.

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