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James Norman June 14, 1964 - July 7, 2020

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It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend.

Leaving to mourn with many fond and loving memories are his wife Leah; children Nikita (Patrick) and Amber (Garritt); grandchildren Kara, Aria and Caleb; Parents James and Alice Norman and his siblings David (Edward) and Darren. Also left to mourn are a large circle of extended family and friends.

Jim was known to all as a generous, caring, witty and compassionate person.

His personality definitely matched his size and stature…BIG. He was so full of life and had a huge heart. He was very family oriented and was always the life of the party. His children and grandchildren were his precious jewels and the mention of their name always brought a smile to his face.

Cremation has taken place but due to the Covid pandemic a celebration of his life will be held in Thunder Bay at a later date. A future service will also be arranged in Long Harbour, Newfoundland his home town, to be followed by interment.

Condolences(39)

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    Bev Bruce & Kevin McDonald says

    To All of Jim’s Family and Friends,
    Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this very sad and difficult time.
    Rest In Peace Jimmy! ?

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      Sherry Kendall says

      So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My sincere condolences to all of his family.My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.RIP Jim fly with the angels..

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        Eugene & Linda Murphy says

        Leah and family, we are so saddened to hear of Jim’s passing! Our heartfelt condolences to all of your families! May he Rest In Peace! Hugs to you all!

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    Kim Ethier says

    Dear Leah, Nikita, Amber and grandchildren, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jim was such a gentle man and always treated me with such kindness. I always felt welcome in his presence and I can’t tell you what that meant to me. You are a beautiful family and he is a part of each of you ❤❣

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    Diane & Harris Fillier says

    Leah ,Nikita ,Amber & families :We were so sorry to hear about Jimmy’s passing .Thinking about all of you during this difficult time . RIP Jimmy .

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    Brenda and Ernest Decker says

    Our deepest condolences to the Norman Family, our hearts are saddened by your loss, each and everyone of you are in our thoughts and prayers

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    Earl & Carol Burke says

    Re: James Norman

    Dear Leah,

    Our thoughts are with you and we send our deepest condolences go to you and your children on the passing of your husband and father.

    Sincerely,
    Earl and Carol Burke

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    Skimpy& Bob says

    We were shocked by the news that Jim has passed. He was a great guy and will be missed by all of us . We are praying for your entire family.

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    Dawn Miller says

    Sending you and your family much strength at this most difficult time. Our condolences. Love Dawn and Steve Miller

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    Laurie Pittman says

    So sorry for your families loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all . From me and Alyssa and mom.

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    Angie says

    So sorry for your loss Leah. Hugs to you, your girls and grand babies.

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    NorBert Murphy says

    My Condolences to the Families, on there horrific loss. To say Jimmy was a traffic man, and most of all a great caring family man wouldn’t be an understatement. Jimmy was a man with good work ethics and great initiatives that kept him ahead of the job at all times, this made him a good family provider.
    RIP old friend, gone but not forgotten. Your memories will remain with me until there are no more. ?.

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    Derrick and Alban says

    Sorry to hear this sad news, condolences from Derrick and Alban

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    Linda Burke Andrews says

    Leah and family.Sending my condolences to you all.Jimmy I’m sure will be missed by everyone that knew him.Fly with the angels Jimmy.RIP.

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    Derek & Judy Ann Murphy says

    Leah and family, we were so saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. I hope you find some comfort in knowing so many others share your grief. Keep your memories alive because in that way he will live on as well.

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    Evelyn harasym says

    Very sorry for your loss leah and family jim was a wonderful man

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    Ted Murphy says

    To Leah & Family:

    Our Sincere & heartfelt condolences go out to you on the loss of your husband,father & grandfather.
    May the many Beautiful memories you gained over the years, give you peace & tranquility in your time of grief & mourning.
    R.I.P Jimmy & fly with the Angel’s. ??

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    Monnie & Bob says

    Leah & family, we are so very very sorry to know that Jimmy has passed and we offer our deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences to you all. May he rest in peace. At this difficult time we hope that his time with you will help get you through your incredible grief, and all your treasured memories of Jimmy be blessings for you.

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    Cathy and gerald says

    David and Ed

    So sorry for your loss , sincerest condolences to you and your family

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    Richard Racco says

    Leah and family I was shocked to hear of Jims passing our hearts and prayers are with you.
    He was a great friend and will always be remembered with his big smile and joking ways.
    Richard & Irene Racco and family

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    Carmelita Bruce says

    Our deepest sympathy to all Jim’s family and friends – be assured you are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time – God Bless! Hugs!

    Carmelita, Jacinta, Clint and families

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    Cecil & Florence Anderson says

    We were shocked to hear of Jimmy’s passing. Our thoughts are certainly with you at this time. God bless. RIP Jimmy.

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    Tom King says

    Leah and Family, please accept our condolences with Jimmy’s passing. We are so very sorry to hear of this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as well to Jimmy’s parents and brothers.
    Rest In Peace.
    Tom and Colleen King.

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    Lena (Hickey) & Bob Sutton says

    Leah and families so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. May you and your families find peace and comfort in the many happy memories that you shared with family and friends in the time of your grief. RIP Jimmy.

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    Joan Griffin & John Wakeham says

    Leah, Nikki, Amber there are no words to say how saddened we are to hear of Jimmy’s passing. Our hearts break for you. He will be missed by all who knew him. Forever in our hearts. Sending love to you all, thinking of you ❤️?

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    Vera (Hann) McCarthy says

    Leah, Nikita, Amber, his precious grandchildren, Jim and Alice, David and Darren – my deepest condolences on the loss of Jimmy. My heart is with you all at this
    difficult time. Hugs to you all! Rest In Peace Jimmy

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    Lee-Ann Miller says

    So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time. May the many memories you hold dear to your heart carry you through the difficult days ahead.Take care.

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    Rhonda Thistle says

    David (& Edward): So very sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family.

    Rhonda Thistle

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    Chris Coreau says

    Heavy as my heart is, I have so many memories of Jimmy. We grew together as a working group of young men. Sadly I will miss his physical presence on this earth but he has truly etched a place in my heart and will never be forgotten. Leah, Nikki and Amber…Take care of one another.

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    Angela Davidson says

    Fergus and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Leah and her family on the loss of Jimmy. He was a very nice person and I am sure he will be missed a lot..

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    Karla Kewell says

    Leah and Girls, I am so very sorry to hear of your husband and Dads passing. Jim was a great person and always had a smile on. He was always up for a joke and even helped me hide in your garage when I showed up at your house in TBay and he called you home. I know you have so many memories of the great person he was. Remember those often. Sending love and prayers your way. XO

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    Sherry Kendall says

    So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My sincere condolences to all of his family.My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.RIP Jim fly with the angels..

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      Daphne (King) Hill says

      Leah and Family, Jim and Alice & Family
      So sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

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    Pat keating says

    To Leah and the norman family ..i am so sorry to hear about jim’s passing he was a great guy..
    Rip jim old friend..

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    Anne Marie Tibbo says

    David & Ed, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Hugs from Justin & I.

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    Sean McCarthy says

    Leah, David and Families – Very sorry for your loss I remember Jim as a great guy and I am sure he will be missed. Condolences from Sean and Debbie in Bellevue

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    The Vacchers says

    Leah, Nikita, Amber and family. We were deeply saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. Our sincere condolences and hugs to all of you at this sad time. Cheryl, David, Lindsay and Mark Vaccher

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    Cheryl Vaccher says

    Leah, Nikita, Amber and Family. We were deeply saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences and hugs to all of you at this sad time. Cheryl, David, Lindsay and Mark Vaccher

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    Jackie Greene says

    Leah and family…. so sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. Thinking of you during this very sad and difficult time. Hugs!

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