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Norman Herod Obituary
How to explain this man of 86 years of age?
Norman was of the generation of men who went off to work and the wife stayed home doing work. He believed and never faltered in his love for his God, his family and friends.
He was taught strong values, which he passed on to his three sons while living on a farm in his college years at Tennessee Tech in Cookeville, Tennessee. At Tech, he majored in Agriculture (after all, he lived on a farm), played football (known for the strength of his hands) and also met his wife of 62 years, Shirley Bottoms. They shared many laughs as he tried to tone his wife down, he finally gave up and just loved her.
After college and marriage came growth and the move to Richmond as a manager of a seed company out of Tennessee. Norman and Shirley raised three sons, while Norman made the decision to open his own company, The Herod Seed Company. He retired at age 70 and was still the man of the generation that only needed a handshake, which was his word.
He worked hard in his profession, but he never lost sight of what was important, his faith. He set high standards for his family and they carry his legacy with them today.
Over the years, he was blessed with a growing family, Ned, Kristie, Darby, Clay, Jack, Cole, Carson, Lizzie, Bennett, Mark, Laura, Rick, Jessie, Anthony, Hayes, Meggie and Jake -- Always making POP smile and knowing how much he loved them.
This aging process, or as Norman called it "This Journey," has had many twists and turns, and you just deal with them and that includes the battle of Parkinson's.
This quiet man lived by example and not by words. In business, his motto was "you reap what you sow" and in life, it was "God is good all the time, All the time God is good."
Family and friends will have a "Celebration of Love" honoring Norman at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at his beloved Church of Christ, 9500 Three Chopt Rd.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to donate to his church, Church of Christ, 9500 Three Chopt Rd.
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Walt Roberts
July 5, 2021
So very sorry to learn of Norman´s passing he will be missed.
Jules Prendergast
July 3, 2021
If there ever was an example of an angel walking among us it is my adopted father Uncle Norman Life is so much better because of you and will continue to be ao
Debbie Bonadies
July 1, 2021
Rest in Peace dear friend. I will never forget the memories we shared, the life lessons you taught me and the Christian example you were to me over the 50+years you've been in my life. I love you Norman Herod and I am comforted to know that as obedient believers, we will share eternity together~
Beth Brown
July 1, 2021
Know that the Brown's are there in spirit, even though we can't be there physically. The Herod family is so precious to us. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. We love that giant of a man and pray for you as you wait for that big reunion when we all get Home. Love, Eldon, Beth, Amy, and Barbara
Debbie Morrisette Lanham
July 1, 2021
Deepest Sympathy and condolences to Rick and the entire family. We feel the absence now but you will rejoice for all eternity when you see him again. May our awesome Lord and Savior be your PeaceSpeaker and soothe your souls.
Much love,
Debbie
Bill Antone
July 1, 2021
Ned and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Norman was a good, hard working man. I know he will be missed by many.
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