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Norman Cernac Obituary
September 7, 1934 - May 16, 2017
Born in Fort Bragg, CA, son of Maria Klobas and George Cernac, youngest of 8 siblings, Norman died after a short illness in the presence of his daughter, Joy. He is survived by nieces, nephews and friends. A loyal Giants fan and true athlete, he trained for the Minor League, played golf and bocce ball. He was a longtime member of S.F. Elks Lodge #3 and S.S.F. Italian-American Citizens Club.Friends may visit after 5:00 pm Thursday May 25 and are invited to attend the Funeral Service at 7:00 p.m. at DUGGAN'S FUNERAL SERVICE 3434 17th St. S.F. Private Committal, Rose Memorial Cemetery, Fort Bragg.
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Sponsored by Duggan's Funeral Service - The Duggan Welch Family The Duggan Welch Family.
Ethan
May 14, 2023
Thank you very much, Joy, for adding those great personal pix. I miss Norm and really wish I could visit him today. Those photos, though, add great context to his life and are a reminder of of what a fine man he was.
Ethan
May 14, 2019
It still saddens me that Norm has left the Earth. I hope he is enjoying sports and reading the WSJ where he is now.
Miss ya, Norm.
May 25, 2017
won't be right without Norm coming by the clubhouse and asking what the score was.go Giants. Steve from Shelter Creek(the best Steve)
May 25, 2017
Our Condolences to you Joy at the loss of your Dad Norm. We have many fond memories of Norm from our Friday night dinners with him at the Elks Lodge, San Francisco to his trips down to Palm Springs to visit for a few days before heading out on a road trip over to Phoenix for Spring Training, catching a few Giants games and of course a couple of golf games. Norm had a great sense of humor and a great laugh. Norm also volunteered for many years on a Christmas in April project I was coordinating, he and his buddy Ron Brown (deceased) would pair up and either repair a fence or build one for a senior, the banter back and forth on those projects was hilarious with the two of them. They always did a great job. I recall Norm's first visit to us in Palm Springs, we picked him up at the airport at 10:00AM and I asked how his flight was, he said it was fine but that he was tired. So I asked what time he got up that morning and he said I never went to bed, he sat up all night so he would not miss his flight! That was Norm. We will truly miss you Norm, Rest in Peace Dear Friend Bernie and Mike O'Neill
Peter Martensen
May 25, 2017
Peter and I wish to send our condolences to Joy. Norm was a very old and dear friend dating back to 1970. We spent many a wonderful time with him and enjoyed his company many times over the ensuing years. He will be missed. So sorry we are unable to be there with you today. Sincerely, Peter and Jan
Norm as a kid during WWI
Joy Cernac
May 23, 2017
During WWI
Joy Cernac
May 23, 2017
Tony Villa
May 23, 2017
RIP Norm. Pleasure knowing youy all these years. The Elks won't be the same without you...
Norman's Birthday, Sept. 2016
Joy Cernac
May 23, 2017
North Beach, 2013
Joy Cernac
May 23, 2017
Basque Cultural Club, 2014
Joy Cernac
May 23, 2017
Ethan Jones
May 22, 2017
Norm's path and mine crossed in the workout room in our condo complex several years ago. We often discussed issues of the day, sports, finance and politics. I enjoyed talking with him very much and considered him an informed person and a gentle man. It's been about 2 years since we last talked in person since I moved away from San Bruno and he appeared as always...in good shape and fine spirits. I am so sad, and shocked, to learn of his passing. Joy, and his extended family, have my very deepest condolences.
Mark Babcock
May 21, 2017
He was so lucky to have such a loving daughter.
George Fenech
May 21, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy to Joy, Joe, and the rest of Norm's family. I met Norm several years ago shortly after he moved to San Bruno. We instantly became friends and remained so until his passing. Norm and I fished, played golf and bocce ball together.During this period, I never herd Norm say a bad thing about anybody. He was a true gentleman and loyal friend. "Gonna miss ya buddy. Rest in peace"
Teena Marty
May 20, 2017
My deepest sympathies to Joy, Norm's family and friends. It was a pleasure and honor to call Norm a friend and he will be missed. RIP Norm...
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