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1938
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2022
Norman James Obituary
James, Norman Lernell
November 11, 1938 - April 22, 2022. Norman Lernell James transitioned from this life on April 22, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Suzanne James for 40+ years. He is survived by his children, Christine James, Alton, IL; Neil James (Ophelia), Brooklyn Park, MN; Lernell James (Jonell), Brooklyn Park, MN; Bryan James, Mound, MN; stepchildren, and his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Norman was born and raised in St. Louis, MO, the eldest of four children. Siblings surviving him are Stanford James (Janet), St. Louis, MO, Joni James, St. Louis, MO, and Richard James, St. Louis, MO. Norman graduated from McBride High School in St. Louis in 1956 and went on to earn multiple advanced degrees. Norman was a loving, generous, courageous, and modest man. He will be deeply missed by many.
A viewing and service will be held starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2022 to celebrate Norman's life at the Cremation Society (and Chapel) at 4343 Nicollet Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55409. 612-825-2435. The service will be recorded on You-Tube for later viewing and accessed on Zoom as well.
Should you choose to make a donation in Norman's name, please consider Collabria Care Hospice Services in Napa, CA, 707-258-9080, Brighton Hospice Services in Golden Valley, MN, 952-856-2219, and/or Sunrise of Golden Valley, MN, 763-522-4000.
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Mike Moller
April 20, 2024
Wonderful professor. Dr. James had a big, positive, impact on the direction of my life.
Mike Moller
August 23, 2022
Dr James was a wonderful Professor.
Jennell Brantley
June 17, 2022
You will be missed
Robert P. Walsh
May 2, 2022
Prof. James taught me my senior year at SJU. Great guy. Very sorry to hear of his passing.
Bob Walsh '81
Wim Ibes
April 30, 2022
Heartfelt condolences to the family and especially for Norman's widow, Suzanne.
Wim
Jean M. Birbilis
April 29, 2022
Dear Suzanne, I´ve missed you and Norm so much since you moved to CA. You are and he was a dear friend. I wish that I could join you in this part of Norm´s journey; only another funeral at 11:00 across town is keeping me from coming. Please know that my love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Tom Kirkman
April 29, 2022
From the dungeon of first floor of the "Science Center" at SJU, he was a strong voice for students and colleagues (like me). I also remember his smile and knowing laugh.
Len Jennings
April 29, 2022
Norm, you were a wonderful mentor, colleague, friend, and truly one of a kind. I am a better person for having known you.
Kerry Frank
April 28, 2022
Norm,
I will miss you. I appreciate all that you have done for me. Your wisdom often edified my sense of "being". In the bond! Phi Nu Pi!!
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