Harry T. Norcross

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Harry Norcross Obituary

Name: Calling hours for Harry T. Norcross
Start: 2017-07-30T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-07-30T22:00:00.000Z
Location: The Godfrey Funeral Home of Palermo

Harry T. Norcross

AGE: 77 • Beesley's Point, NJ

passed away unexpectedly on his birthday July 23 in Somers Point, NJ.Born in Camden, NJ. Harry was predeceased by his mother, Marguerite "Leona" Harmon and granddaughter, Lauren Medina. He is survived by his loving wife Deborah Norcross, five children: Sheri (Bob), Ralph (Stacey), Robert (Cindy), Lori (Tom) and Sandi (Brad) and four step-children: Cheryl, Kelly (Sam), Cynthia (Randy E-6 Staff Sgt), Courtney and nine grandchildren a brother: Doug (Lori) Bottalico many cousins and two rescued fur-babies.

Harry was police officer in Camden County for 33 years having received numerous commendations including Life Saving and the Combat Cross. He served in Winslow Township, Laurel Springs and retired from the Camden County Prosecutors Office. He was Past President and life member of the Fraternal Order of Police and a member of the Camden County Emerald Society. He was a former member of the Camden County, South Jersey and NJ Chiefs of Associations and the NJ Police Honor Legion. Harry was a member of the Camden County Detectives Association. He was well known in law enforcement circles.

Harry was an 11 year veteran of the US Navy, where he served on Destroyers during the Cold War and Viet Nam Era. Harry also served three years with the Marine Corps Reserve. Prior to his death he was active with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary where he served as a radio watchstander and was one of the first three auxiliarists to be awarded active duty coxswain status on the Station Atlantic City Helo-Ops Team one of the only two teams on the east coast operating a coast guard vessel on the Helicopter Search and Rescue missions. He was awarded the Coast Guard Unit Commendation Medal for his involvement in the Helo Ops team. He also was a member of the American Legion Post 524, Ocean City, NJ.

A Service of Memory and Love will be offered Sunday evening July 30, 2017 at 6 O'clock from The Godfrey Funeral Home of Palermo, 644 South Shore Road, Palermo, NJ where friends may call from 4 o'clock until time of service.

Burial will be private.

The family suggest memorial contributions to either Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517 or his grandsons education fund make checks payable to Nicholas or Antonio Nigro, PO Box 203, Marmora, NJ 08223.

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Published by Courier Post on Jul. 26, 2017.

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JOSEPH SURACE

July 20, 2020

Three years it feels like yesterday. Never a day passes with out thinking about you. God bless you

Harry Glemser

July 19, 2020

I want people to know that that Harry T. Norcross was a Brave Warrior. He was a Loyal friend who would go into the darkest alley in the middle of the night in the wickedest getto To serve and protect. It was more than an Oath for Harry... It was who he was. His quiet manor, his friendship and soft laughter will always be in the memories of those who knew and loved Harry, as well as forever in the hearts those who depended on one an other for safety and survival in the law enforcement family which Harry loved and lived. I still keep your name and number in my address book.
I Love Ya Man! R.I.P.

Harry F. Glemser Jr. VSM
SGT.1st.Class
Homicide Div. Supv.
CSI Cmmdr.
C.C.P.O. Ret.

Donald Hammond

May 2, 2019

I served in the Navy with a Harry Norcross and am wondering if this is the same Harry. I served on the USS Amphion (AR-13) out of Norfolk. Harry was with COMSERVRON4, both of us were radiomen. He was also from NJ. I was from Bethlehem, PA and he told me he had family from there. He was a fine man and shipmate. Could this be the same Harry. My condolences to you. Donald Hammond [email protected]

Joe Bowen

August 2, 2017

To the family of Harry Norcross....I was shocked to learn of Harry's passing when I got the email earlier this morning. Harry was an awesome guy, great cop, and just a fabulous person. I have many fond memories of him, but by far the best memories were the times (and there were many) when he would randomly call me on the telephone at 3 AM and just say "I love you man" and quickly hang up. I couldn't get angry, and never thought to get even! I only wish I could've returned the favor!!

Miss you Harry!!!

Joseph Surace

July 26, 2017

Harry you were always my mentor from 1972 starting in Winslow, Laure Springs, and the County. I will never forget what you did for me and I was happy to return when I could. H.T. rest in peace until I will be your back up again.

Harry Glemser

July 26, 2017

HARRY, HARRY, HARRY... what a guy!! Great cop, Great Friend!. I just flew in to NJ and called you , so glad I did.. I knew you were not at your best and talked about grabbing a cold one together!. You will always be remembered as the compassionate guy and Cop's Cop that you were! You were one of C.C.P.O. Homicide Hat Squad guys and we all love and will miss you sadly my friend. Rest In Peace, Your pal, Harry G. C.C.P.O. Homicide Unit. Ret.

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