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Mardela Springs-Norman D. Christopher, 77, of Mardela Springs passed away on Monday, August 15, 2016 at Coastal Hospice At The Lake in Salisbury, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on March 16, 1939 in Easton, Maryland a son of the late Philip and Esther Christopher.
Norman grew up in Hebron, and graduated from Mardela High School in 1957. He was affectionately known by his close friends as "Stormin Norman" and "Little Hoss." He proudly served his country in the US Marine Corps. He was employed for many years at the DuPont Company in Seaford and later worked as a sales representative for Standard Brands. He was an honorary member of the Hebron Fire Company and a member of Nelson's Memorial United Methodist Church and the American Legion Spring Hill Post 237. Norman was an avid fan of NASCAR, loved going to the races, and Richard Petty was his favorite driver. He also enjoyed many years of camping with his family and duck hunting. He will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather who treasured those times spent with family.
He is survived by his daughters, Terri Era (Swank) of East New Market, Tami Brown (Harold) of Hebron, and Traci Murphy (Mark) of Rhodesdale; grandchildren, Harold Brown, Clint Murphy, Kevin Brown, Christin Era and her fiancé, Cody Morris, Caleigh Era, and Shelby Murphy; a sister, Dinah Downes (Tom) of Harrington; brother-in-law, Vernon "Bo" Grambrill of Mardela Springs; a sister-in-law, Peggy Hughes (Randall) of Mardela Springs; nieces, Denise Littleton, Danna Cooper, and June Chance and their families who visited frequently; several additional nieces and nephews; and a close friend, Charlie Glasgow of Sharptown.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Martha E. Christopher; and a brother, Ronnie Christopher.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday, August 21, 2016 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. and on Monday, August 22, 2016 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Short Funeral Home in Delmar. A funeral service will be held on Monday at 2:00 p.m. Pastor Martin Hutchison will officiate. Interment with military honors will be held in Hebron Cemetery. His grandchildren, Harold, Clint, Kevin, Christin, Caleigh, and Shelby will serve as pallbearers.
In memory of Mr. Christopher, contributions may be sent to Mardela Springs Fire Department, P.O. Box 299, Mardela Springs, MD 21837 or to the Hebron Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 300, Hebron, MD 21830.
Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.
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Valerie Benjamin
August 21, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories and in each other. Your dad and mine shared some special times and he will be missed so much. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bobby, Donna, R.J., Christina and Hildora
August 19, 2016
To the T.L.C. girls and their families, We are so sorry about your father and grandfather. As you share, talk, and remember, may you truly find that Mr. Norman loved you all so very much and will always live in your hearts forever. He has no more pain now and he has gone to be with your mother Ms. Martha now. Thinking of your family at this difficult time and wishing you all comfort and peace. God bless you all. R.I.P. Mr. Norman
Don Elseroad
August 19, 2016
In recognition of Norman Christopher's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the members of the SSgt Walter F. 'Trae' Cohee III Detachment # 115, Salisbury, MD as of well as the members the Tri-Cities Detachment # 969, Gray, TN of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.
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Don Elseroad
Staff Sergeant USMC (Ret)
MCL Detachment # 115 & # 969
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