Norman was born in Kitscoty, Alberta on January 1, 1918 and passed away in Victoria, B.C. on April 19, 2011. Norman is survived by his sister, Mary L. Edwards of Victoria, B.C. and ten nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his parents, Claude and Muriel (Shelton) Welchman, and by his sisters, Joan (Tysoe), Cecily (Campbell), Rene (Taylor) and Theo (Allan). For many years, the Welchman family resided in the original “Berrybank” home on Gordon Head Road in Victoria. Norman attended Agricultural College in Vermilion, Alberta. He was also a journeyman mechanic and was employed in Victoria by Cornell Chevrolet Cadillac Ltd. as a Partsman. He was a Veteran of World War II. Norman was a gentle man who enjoyed swimming, horseback riding and gardening on the family property on Gordon Head Road.
The family would like to thank Douglas House Care Facility where Norman spent the last few years of his life. There will be a Private Family Service for Norman with prayers offered by The Reverend Dr. Robert Arril at MCCALL BROS. FAMILY CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, Victoria, BC on Monday April 25, 2011 at 3:00 pm. Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com.
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Dr Phil NEROUTSOS
Every time I pass the house on Gordenhead I think of Norman. I did so the day before he died. He was a patient of mine for many years and I would often talk to him when we were walking. Once he gave me a tour of Berrybank. Gone but not forgotten.