Norman Webster

NORMAN WEBSTER of Avon, died on Saturday, October 17 after a two yearlong battle with Leukemia. His wife of 19 years, and his adult son and daughter were at his bedside when he died. Throughout his illness, he received exceptional care from the staffs of UConn Medical Center and Yale New Haven Hospital to whom the family extends their thanks. He is survived by his wife, Suzanne Webster and their two daughters, Kilian and Emily of Avon; his son, Jason, Jason's wife, Lora, and their children, Graydon, Abigail and Mia of Pembroke, MA; and his daughter Cheryl Smith, her husband, Ed, and their children, Emma, Rebecca and Gwen of Fairfield. Norman's eldest son, Graydon, died in an air collision in 1992 while serving in the US Navy. His sisters, Ray, Margaret and Edith and many nephews and nieces in South Africa, and his sister, Norma, living on the Isle of Wight, also survive Norman. Norman Webster was born in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, the son of a harbor crane operator, on November 21, 1940. Norman came to America with his family in 1977, and settled in Greenwich. He married Suzanne in 1990, and moved to Avon with Suzanne and their children Kilian and Emily in 2001.The consummate entrepreneur, Norman began his career in the early computer industry and transitioned into the maritime industry in the 1990's. This career afforded him a relationship he enjoyed with the Connecticut Maritime Association. He is also a former member of the New York Yacht Club. While Norman enjoyed golf, sailing and mentoring young people in theater, sports and Christian life, he was happiest surrounded by his children and grandchildren at his home in Avon. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday (Oct. 24) at 11:00am in the Memorial United Methodist Church, Avon. In lieu of flowers, a donation to help pay for Kilian and Emily's educations will be accepted with gratitude. Please send donations in care of Pastor Florence Eddins, Memorial United Methodist Church, 867 West Avon Road, Avon, CT 06001. Arrangements are being handled by The Ahern Funeral Homes, Inc.