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NORMAN WEISS Obituary

WEISS--Norman Paul, 64, loving husband to Jean; father to Jason, Josh, and Jennifer; father-in-law to Joanna and Amy; "Pop-Pop" to Will, Leah, and Audrey, died peacefully February 12th after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. A respected attorney, tirelessly devoted to his practice, Norm was also a passionate reader, golfer, boater and car enthusiast. His remarkable sense of humor and larger than life personality, generosity, and laughter will be missed by family, friends, clients and colleagues. Services Wednesday February 17, 1pm at "Gutterman's", (8000 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury NY, 516-921-5757). In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the cancer research organization of your choice.

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Published by New York Times on Feb. 16, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for NORMAN WEISS

20 Entries

Paula Vicente

February 9, 2021

So sad to hear of his passing. I worked per time when I was 16 after High School at his law office in Mineola. He was a wonderful person. I will never forget him for being so generous and so kind to me. he welcomed me into his office as the file clerk. I learned and grew so much by working with such an amazing group of people. I had many laughs and I cherish all the memories I made there. RIP

Alexander Kaplan a/k/a Rasputin

April 19, 2011

I only recently learned of Norm's passing when I attempted to refer a client to him. I know that this page has been closed some time ago, but after having heard I guess I needed a catharsis of sorts.

I met Norm when I was nineteen years old, this was around 1994. He had hired me as a paralegal in his office prior to my having attended law school. I remember him having asked me, during the interview, how my arm was, and then telling Leonard Austin (now a judge but then his suite mate) that I was on his team. I hadn't understood the purpose of the question until some time later when Norm pulled out a commercial size bag of M & M's in order to have a food fight with "Lenny." By this time he had begun referring to me as Rasputin, something that that I would have hated from someone else, but it just seemed right when he did it.

I remember him by the espresso machine that he loved, saying "crunch baby crunch," I remember the cigars, the yacht named "off the record' (and why it was named that :) ), I remember how he was always calm no matter how crazy the office was...

Norm (he hated when people called him Norman) was a larger than life personality, he was one of my first mentors, and although I did not have the opportunity to speak to him often in later years it was a comfort to know that he was out there. Tough as nails, larger than life, with a big boisterous laugh that always put a smile on your face. I remember so many things about Norm and that time period, and to me, he became the arch-typical image of what an attorney could, and should be.

I will miss the comfort of knowing that Norm Weiss was out there, I hope this short note of mine can somehow put a smile on his face and I know that if there is an afterlife, Norm arrived on a 60 foot Hatteras laughing all the way.

I hope you found peaceful waters my friend.

Robin Guttman

May 31, 2010

The dearest man and most wonderful adversary. We have been deeply saddened by his untimely death and will miss him so much. Robin and Bruce Guttman

Kimberly Ryan

April 27, 2010

I truly have no words. I met Norman at an extremely difficult time in my life; 25 years old and going through a terrible divorce. Five years later my marriage was dissolved but through it all he became such a special person in my and my family's lives. Every year after I would send him a card updating him on my life and wishing him well and I knew within days I would hear that incredible laugh on the other line. Even though I never met his family; I felt like I knew them. He spoke with such adulation and pride and how he loved them so. Before making any decisions pertaining to my divorce he would say; well if you were my daughter....that always meant alot. A truly special man was lost and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Kimberly Ryan and family...

Kathleen Green

March 14, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Norm Weiss. We worked in the same building @ 33 Walt Whitman Rd. I referred a few of my friends to him because of his warm and gentle manner. May his family find peace in their beautiful memories of Norm.

Paula Vicente

March 10, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Norman's passing. I worked with Norman at Ansell and Weiss in Mineola, NY when I was 17 back in 1988. I have very happy memories. He was a great man who always smiled. I will treasure the memories. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Ron & Maria Shemesh

February 17, 2010

Words alone cannot describe how much we will miss Norm. He will remain very alive in our memories and in our hearts. We will love him always...

Gail Winston Rudin

February 17, 2010

To Norman's family and friends:

I am a first cousin to Norman and was so saddened to learn of his passing. We spent many wonderful hours and had great times when we were young. I even lived with my aunt, uncle and the boys when I started Hofstra and looked forward to Norm returning from school and sharing ideas.

My condolences to you all.
With fond memories.
Gail Winston Rudin ( Halpern family)

Janet Philips

February 16, 2010

Dear Jean, Jason, Josh & Jenn,

I was terribly saddened to hear the news. Norm was my mentor and helped make me the lawyer I am today, and I will never forget him. Know that his amazing charm and sense of humor will live on in everyone whose life touched his.

Ellen Kanner

February 16, 2010

Norman and I have worked together on cases for almost two decades. I am very disturbed that he has been taken from all of us so soon. Sincerely, Dr. Ellen B. Kanner (Huntington, NY)

Rosemarie Milevski

February 16, 2010

Dear Jean & Family,

I cannot put into words how sorry I am about Norm's passing. He was someone very special to me who touched a special part of my heart. I will never forget him and will forever be greatful for all the kind and wonderful things he did for me. He had a heart of gold! You are all very special to me and I am keeping you in my thoughts during this difficult time.

Lee Rosenberg

February 16, 2010

Jean,

Jennifer and I were so shocked and sorry to hear about Norm's passing. Our thoughts go out to you and your family.

Courtney Ahlsen

February 15, 2010

Dear Mrs. Weiss,
I am so sorry for your family's loss. There are no words to get you through your loss or make your hurt or anger go away. Take peace in the fact that it was a very short battle with a horrible disease. I see family's come and go on a daily basis at the hospital....you and your family reminded me of my mother when she passed. It was very similar so I could relate to your questions and fears. Be strong in this tough time, your family is in my thoughts.
Courtney Ahlsen
2 North Secretary
Huntington Hospital

Bonnie Levine-Costa

February 15, 2010

Jean, I was so sorry to hear of Norm's passing. He was such a special man, always with a big smile and so kind and generous. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.

Judith Cohen

February 15, 2010

Ed and I were saddened to learn of our cousin Norman's passing. May the family find
comfort in fond memories.
Judith Halpern Cohen & Ed Cohen

Alison Weiss-Nixon

February 15, 2010

I am sorry to hear of your loss.
Your cousin,

Bonnie Lawston

February 15, 2010

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Norm was a great person and we had a lot of good laughs. I will miss his smile and him. Bonnie Peters-Lawston, Esq. (Hunt. Station, NY - estate)

Jodi Donato

February 15, 2010

My sympathies to his family and staff.

Jeri Thomson, OCR

February 15, 2010

Jeannie,
He always brightened my day. I will miss his huge bear hug and smile! His love for you is never ending.

Richard Tannenbaum

February 15, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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