Norm passed away peacefully after a 3-year battle with brain cancer. He was born on June 7, 1952, in Spirit River, Alberta. Predeceased by his parents Emmanuel and Yvette Gaboury, his grandson Diego (2004), and his in laws, Pierre and Therese Perrera. He is survived by the love of his life wife Pamela, his 3 girls, Jesse (Roberto), Tina, Tammy (Dan), his grand kids, Robbie, Isaiah, Gracie, Adelle, Cohen, Leandro, and also his 7 siblings, Paul, Jackie, Dan, Lorraine, Francis, Phil and Bernie, as well as his sisters in law, Madeline, Marjorie (Andre), Tania (Keith) and so many more nieces and nephews.
Norm and Pam were married on September 10, 1971. His greatest pleasure in life was spending time with his wife and his family. Norm had a full life; he loved his family more than anything! He had so much more to live for and so much more he wanted to do. Our dad was at peace with what was to come for him. He had a strong faith in God and knew that where he was going to was a place of healing, joy and peace.
He taught us so much that he will forever be in our hearts and in the hearts of his grand kids! Anyone that met our dad or came across him in their life will never forget the impression he made with his kind, loving manner, his amazing sense of humor and his compassion for those around him.
Norm was a friend of Bill W, whom he shared a friendship with for 33 years. During his time with Bill W, Norm impacted so many people’s lives, with his kind and generous heart, he was always there when anyone needed him.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith- 2 Timothy 4:7”
A very special thank you to all of the Nurses, Doctors and Home support workers for all your help and care of Norm. There is no service, but we will be having a celebration of life, more details to come.
“We Love you forever, you will be in our hearts forever!”
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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17 Responses
My condolences to Pam and the family. So sorry to hear of Norm’s passing. I enjoyed working at Tim Hortons with you both. Norm was a good man who loved his wife and family very much and had no problems showing it.
Norm had a very positive influence in my life, He was very supportive when there was an absence of light
and reason at times. He was a great listener and very funny. I feel I
am a better man for knowing him and wish I could truly be more like him.
My condolences to Pam and Family. J
Pam I really enjoyed working with you and Norm at Admirals. Norm was a wonderful, caring and kind man who had a heart of gold. May he rest in peace. My thoughts are with you and your daughters.
Karen A.
Pam, I am very sorry to hear about Norm, he was such a lovely man. It didn’t matter how busy he was, he would always take time out to talk to Johnathan anytime we were in Timmy’s or in Gaby’s, Johnathan really enjoyed their chats. Our condolences to you and your family.
Nancy & Johnathan
Thanks for the chats, Norm
So sorry to hear of our Dear Norms’passing, our thoughts & prayers are with you(Family) & his many friends here & afar.He brought a lot of Love,Caring,Kindness into our needy world – we have a large task ahead to try & keep his wonderful effort going. I am a better person for having known Norm, I am one of the very fortunate ones that knew him for a good many years. God Speed, Good & Faithful Servant!!
Pam, I just wanted to say how sorry we are to hear of Norm’s passing. We used to enjoy seeing Norm, yourself and your girls at Gaby’s when we would go for dinner or apples and a beer. You always welcomed us and made us feel like we were in a comfortable place. We still miss you there. Have not seen you since you moved from Thrifty’s on Admirals out to the new store. Hope you all are well. Our thoughts go out to you all at this sad time.
Hugs to all
Christine and Frank Russell