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Norman Thom Obituary
Holley: age 87, a Faithful Servant of the Lord, died May 18, 2012. He was predeceased by his daughter, Gretchen Thom Coleman, brother-in-law, William Daunce. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Norma Gath Thom, son David (Debi) Thom of Byron, daughter Laura Amor (Thomas Ryan) of Brockport, grandchildren: Rachel (Garett) Schalge of Hamlin, Joseph Amor of Raleigh NC., Matthew (Kris) Thom of Holley, Martha (John) Thom of Stafford, Staff Sgt. David (Danielle) Thom of Byron, Rosalee (Jeremy) Norred of Phoenix AZ., 10 great-grandchildren; Caiden, Esten, Ava, Leah, Tanner, Bella, Mia, Peyton, Nick, Noah, sister Mildred Daunce of Lockport.
Norman served in the US Navy during WW II in the Pacific Theater, retired from Eastman Kodak in 1986 and was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Greece.
Norman's family will receive friends at Hope Lutheran Church, 1301 Vintage Lane, Greece NY 14626, MONDAY from 9:00-10:30, followed by his Funeral Service at 11:00am. Interment with full military honors at Hillside Cemetery in Holley. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hope Lutheran Church or Hospice of Orleans County, P.O.Box 489, Albion NY 14411. Arrangements by Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. Holley. To share a special memory of Norman, please visit
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Dick Jacobs
May 22, 2012
A true messenger of God's word-- Norm and Norma were faithful friends of my parents so many years ago and our lives have intersected since. We grieve and celebrate with you Norma.
Fran & Bill Spindler
May 21, 2012
All praise to our great God for this wonderful servant now called home. Norm was a loving, generous guy with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed by all who were privileged to call him friend.
Mary Kaye Mordenga
May 20, 2012
A very special and Godly man! We will miss him very much!
Valerie Davis
May 20, 2012
Mr. Thom was a loving, kind, and caring man who leaves his gift in the wonderful family he helped create. He showed his care and concern to each person he met, to all he knew. His love and devotion for his family and country were unquestionable. What an admirable man we on earth have lost. He will be missed. Now he has gone to continue his legacy joining the angels who embrace and welcome him. May God lift you into His arms to comfort you in this difficult time. Love and prayers to your family.
Bella Ryan
May 19, 2012
KEEP WARM THOUGHTS OF DEAR NORM IN YOUR HEART.
THEN FROM YOUR MEMORY, HE WILL NEVER DEPART.
Our Sincere Condolences, John, Bella & family.
The Flint Family
May 19, 2012
A truly special man who had such an awe-inspiring love of his Lord, his family (and extended family) and his country. So many memories. He will be missed. All our love and prayers to his family.
linda loughlin
May 19, 2012
My prayers are with you at this time and always. I love you all. Linda and Michael
Michelle Watson
May 19, 2012
A wonderful man who created a beautiful, kind and respectful family with Mrs Thom. A life and legacy to be proud of. My heartfelt sympathy to his loved ones.
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