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BORN
1945
DIED
2019
Norman Wente Obituary
Norman's life-long love of cars led to a career centered in selling and servicing cars and tires. He began at Goodyear Tires in Waterloo, and then transferred to Kelly Springfield Tires in Florida. He worked for and managed several car dealerships in Central Florida, and for a time owned his own business, Insurance Resources of America. He overcame kidney cancer and other health issues and retired from Mannheim Auto Auction.
Norm is survived by his son, Brian (Karen) Wente, of Orlando, Florida, his daughter, Michelle (Mike) Rand of Lakeland, Florida, two granddaughters, a sister, Rondalyn (Glenn) Schacht of Omaha, Nebraska, two nieces, a nephew, and several cousins.
There will be a private family memorial service at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
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Edward W Smith Jr
November 25, 2023
Great Guy he always took care of me with Manheim and was the best person to work with
Bill King
June 25, 2021
I worked with Norm back in 1971 to 1975 in Orlando, Florida. He was a great friend.
C. Dann Sr.
October 18, 2020
One of my most unforgettable charactars! I had learned much from him while working together at Deland Datsun/Nissan in the 80s. A very colorful and unique individual. R.I.P., Norm...
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