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NORMAN KANTOSKY
LIMA — Norman J. Kantosky, age 66, passed away April 5, 2017, at 4:37 pm, at the Lima Memorial Health System. Norman was born May 14, 1950 in Elyria, OH, to Walter E. and Blanche F. (Kwiatkowski) Kantosky who preceded him in death. On February 16, 1974 he married JoAnn H.(Byars) Kantosky who survives in Lima.
Norman was a 1968 graduate of the Elyria Catholic High School. After high school he immediately entered the apprenticeship program with the Norwalk Plumbers and Pipefitters Local #42. In 1988 he moved to Lima and then a year later became a co-owner of Dotson Plumbing and Heating in Cridersville. Then in 1997 he and his wife started their own company known as Kantosky Plumbing Inc. He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church. Norman was an avid cruiser.
In addition to his wife, Norman is survived by his 2 daughters; Rachel M. Kantosky and Caitlin A. Kantosky both of Madison, WI, a sister in-law, Lana Kantosky of Nashville, TN. He was preceded in death by a brother, Casimer Kantosky.
Friends may call on Sunday from 3-7 pm at the CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Northern University Scholarship Funds. Condolences may be expressed at chiles-lamanfh.com
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Richard Roberts
April 15, 2017
I did not know Mr. Norman Kantosky well but he seemed very likable as if there were a divine spark inside him. I am sorry for your collective loss.
April 12, 2017
So shocked, just heard the news of Norm's passing. Joann, our sincere condolences are with you and the family.
Bill Bly & Kelly Gallant
Lucy Velez
April 11, 2017
We were so shocked and sorry to hear of Norm's passing. You and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you, Lucy (Hopkins) Velez, Elyria.
Roman Smith
April 9, 2017
He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. He was a true gentleman from our high school class. Norm, you will be missed. Thank you for your friendship.
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April 8, 2017
So sorry to see that Norm has passed he was a great man he did work for us when we lived in Lima . Always came when we needed him! Prayers for the family..Roger & Sharon Lowry
April 8, 2017
Knew Norm in High School and he was a gentleman then. Always kind. My sincere condolences to his family. I pray Norm will rest peacefully in the arms of our Father in heaven.
Marie (Boisvenue) Ochsner Lakeland, Florida
Jerry Kightlinget
April 8, 2017
Norman was a very kind man.. He will be missed .May God comfort his family
Gonzalo"Speedy" DELGADO
April 7, 2017
Sorry to see I've lost another classmate from EC ,, I recall seeing you at a re-union or two,, long ago. Being a plumber who surely used many "Ridge Tool" products, which is where I retired from. R.I.P. AMIGO,, "SPEEDY" //G.Delgado,, EC '68.
Tim and Lori Purdy
April 7, 2017
Norm, Joann, Rachel, and Caitlin have been like family instead of neighbors for so many years. We will miss Norm so much. He was so proud of his girls. Love you guys.
Faith (Lee) Cummings
April 7, 2017
Oh so very sorry to hear of Norm's passing away. I always enjoyed his smile, laughter and conversations!! He truly loved his family!
Joan, Rachel and Caitlin, thank you for sharing him with so many all these years. Know that he loved and was so proud of each of
you! God bless you at this very difficult time.
Dennis Kratzer
April 7, 2017
You will be sorely missed Norm - so much of my house and its plumbing is because of you - and your laugh and sense of humor will always linger in my mind:)
Lisa Bridges
April 6, 2017
You were a shining light in our neighborhood. Always going the extra mile for us. Tony always considered you the dad he lost at such a young age. You will be missed! Joan and the girls, anything you need let us know. Love you!!
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