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Jan Rowe
September 5, 2008
"A meadowlark's sweet, flute note reminds me that yesterday's song never dies. That it is heard today, will echo still tomorrow...and like life itself, the river flows."
Norman's "song" will continue to flow throughout many tomorrows for those who love him..in their memories..their thoughts when they hear his name..and simply because he touched so many..as a teacher, mentor, leader and very devoted friend.
I felt great sadness, upon hearing of the loss of Norman, and wish to express my condolences to his family. You must be very proud of Norman, for he made a postive difference in so many people's lives.
He will be missed terribly by all who knew him.
Linda Keeler
August 20, 2008
Smalley Family & Friends = It is with sadness that I learn of your loss, and with great joy that I remember Norm and his terrific smile, the mischief of the twinkle in his eyes, and his true caring for others around him = both adults & teens! I met him at Independence.
Michael Curry
August 20, 2008
To the family and friends of Mr. Smalley.
I was able to attend thunderbird for a short time while he was principal and I would come to the football games and when I would see him he would offer me a warm hello and a smile. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. May you know that God is always with you during this difficult time. Thank you Mr. Smalley for what you have done for me as well as the many other students lives you have touched.
RIP.
Sincerely,
Michael Curry
Judy Schwiebert
August 18, 2008
Dear Jean and girls,
I was so sorry to hear of Norman's passing. I taught with Norman at Greenway High School, back when he was the one with all the teaching experience (3 years) on a team with three of us in our first year. What a great mentor and friend he was! I loved that dark sense of humor and wicked laugh, but he was a great listener, too, and so committed to kids and giving them the best education possible. I remember how much he loved you, Jean, and how he beamed with pride when each of you girls were born.
I'm thinking of you all, and remembering and celebrating my friend Norman who made such a difference to so many of us.
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Mary Pat Eul
August 18, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Norman when he was an Assistant Principal at Independence and on several district-wide committees over the years. He was so gifted in so many ways, but I appreciated his sense of humor the most. His laugh was infectious and we will all miss him. Through his many years of dedicated service, Norman Smalley helped make Glendale Union the great district that it is.
Claire C.
August 17, 2008
I attended Thunderbird High School, and Mr. Smally was a wonderful principal. I appreciate all the work he did for our school. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Patty Bohmaker
August 16, 2008
Norman was a staff developer in GUHSD when I was a novice teacher; he inspired me by his knowledge, his love of literature, his wit, and his biting sarcasm! I hope his daughters know how many lives he truly touched. He was a gifted, talented man who will be missed by many of us.
Kurt, Dana (and family) Van Deuren
August 16, 2008
Dear Jean, Nicole, Meredith, Katie,
You are all in our thoughts. We are so sorry to have heard of Norm's passing. The family favorite story of Norm was the morning leaving Lansing after Butch's funeral. Running late to the airport, Jon just had to take a few extra moments to dry his hair. As we all know Jon has been follically challenged for some time. Norm pointed out to Jon, "how long can it possibly take". Which made for a long ride to Detroit for all in the car and lots of yucks over the years.
I know he was very proud of you three girls and all you have accomplished. Norm will be missed.
Love to all,
Kurt, Dana and family
Gerald Polk
August 16, 2008
Dear Jean, Nicole, Meredith, and Kate, We can't tell you how saddened we are by Norman's death.We remember your wedding and the fun we had in Cheboygan. He was a good brother in law, husband and dad and brought lots of laughs to the family.(We didn't call him Norman Lunchbucket for nothing). He loved you all very much.He left this life way too early and I know you will miss him every day. With Sympathy and all our Love, Judy and Gerry
Eric Smith
August 15, 2008
To Norman’s family, I wish you nothing but the deepest sympathies during your time of loss. I had the honor of working with Norman for eight years, and I can assure you that he inspired me with his passion for literature, music, and teaching. He will be missed dearly.
Danny ortiz
August 14, 2008
i attended thunderbird while Mr.Smally was there i loved to talk with him he was a great teacher and leader i will miss him and so will my family and i know thing and thunderbird will never be the same with out him sitting on the golf cart
Annette Reiley
August 14, 2008
Mr. Smalley was an Assistant Principal during my early years of teaching at Independence High School. Not only was he a very supportive administrator, he had a great sense of humor! My favorite memory of Mr. Smalley is when he sang holiday carols (to which we rookie teachers had rewritten the words...) with the first-year teachers, for the entire faculty and staff - last minute, when we coaxed him to come forward and sing with us. This fond memory still brings a smile to my face! My sincere condolences to Mr. Smalley's family.
Beth DeSalvo
August 14, 2008
Mr. Smalley was a true leader and friend to the Thunderbird Staff, Teachers, Parents, and especially the Students. He will be greatly missed by all. Thank you for All that you have given and the inspiration you have left.
WAYNE YURK
August 14, 2008
I WORKED WITH MR. SMALLEY AS HIS NITE LEAD FOR THE 2005-2007 SCHOOL YEAR. MR. SMALLEY WANTED THE BEST FOR ALL AND ALWAYS MAKING PEOPLE LAUGH. HE WILL BE MISSED... THANK YOU MR. SMALLEY....
Kassie Krauss
August 14, 2008
I attended THS while Mr.Smalley was principal. He was a very kind man that truly cared for his students. He always made us feel like each one of us was important individually. The future students of THS will greatly miss out on having such a dedicated principal. I want to send my condolences to the family of Norman Smalley.
In the words of Principal Smalley, "Make it a great day or not, the choice is yours."
You will be missed.
Aaron Jahneke
August 13, 2008
Norman Smalley was a champion for public education and students. He was also a very nice and friendly person with a good sense of humor. Education has lost a friend, but Mr. Smalley will always remain an inspiration.
Garrett Corral
August 13, 2008
My condolences to all of the family. He was a very kind man. When I'd visit Katie at his house he was always hospitable and had us laughing most of the time. He truly made me feel like I was part of the family
Vanessa Verdoza
August 13, 2008
Mr. smalley was the princeple at THS when i went there and its sad to know he wont be there anymore and i hope god bless him and the whole family and may god comfort you.
Marlene Olsen
August 13, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. My two children went through Thunderbird and I always enjoyed Mr. Smalley. He was kind and always there for the students. One Homecoming he even rode my daughter's horse on the field for the football opening. He didn't even know how to ride. What a great, brave man! He will be missed.
Steve Des Georges
August 13, 2008
Dear Jean, Nicole, Meredith, Katie, and family -- My heartfelt sympathy to you all. We owe much of the academic and life success of our two children, Nick and Amy, to Principal Smalley's focus and vision. He was a very positive force at Thunderbird.
Sincerely,
Steve Des Georges, Moon Valley
Jeffrey Tennant
August 13, 2008
Thank you for providing my daughter Nicole Lee Tennant with the safest, and finest learning experience!
God Bless You, and may God comfort your family...
The Tennant Family
Nicole, Doris, and Jeffrey
Sandy DesGeorges
August 13, 2008
I was always impressed by how much Norman Smalley cared for the Thunderbird High School students. He treated parents and students with respect. He will be missed greatly.
Jessica Crichfield
August 13, 2008
Jean, Nicole, Meredith, Katie, and family: My deepest condolences. I spent years of my childhood hanging out at the Smalley residence, and your family was always so good to me. I love you all and am thinking of you. Norman will be missed.
Kathy Lippman
August 12, 2008
Thank you, Mr. Smalley, for your dedication at THS. You will be greatly missed. Your family is in our family's prayers.
Karen Grimes
August 12, 2008
I had known Norman for many years during his career with the GUHSD. He was a fine man who cared about people and especially cared about the students with whom he came in contact.
My sincere sympathy to the family.
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