Thursday, September 25, 2025
I was honoured to be able to attend Norm's funeral and appreciated the words spoken about him by his family and friends. I heard about aspects of Norm's interests and background I did not know. No mention was made of Norm's skill in and passion for duplicate bridge which is how I came to know him over fifty years ago. My first memory is of him being mentored by a particularly unpleasant older player, but it was not long before Norm advanced in the game well beyond that man, and virtually all others in the local club. He became a "Life Master" many times over, and his reputation broadened to where he was recruited to play with very strong players in North Dakota. I enjoyed playing with or against him, and watching him play at tournaments against very stiff competition. He was a very bright, capable man, and always courteous and friendly in his interactions. Beyond bridge, he would always delight in bringing me up to date on the accomplishments of his family, all of whom he cherished.
