D.S.M Leading Seaman New Zealand Royal Navy #11231. Norm passed away on April 14, 2024, at Essie Summers Retirement Village; aged 94 years. A loved husband of the late Wilma, loved and treasured Dad, father-in-law and friend of Lesley and Chris Bird, Christine and Don Jeffery (Canberra). Much loved pop of Simon, Brooke, Evie and Thomas Bird (New Plymouth), Andrew, Merryn, Frankie and Banks Bird. Sarah Jeffery (Brisbane), Louise Jeffery (Canberra) and Ali Jeffery (Sydney).
"At Peace after a long Weariness"
Thank you to all involved in the care of Norm during his time with the Essie Summers family. Messages c/- the Scoles family, 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham, Christchurch 8023, or to
[email protected]. (No flowers, thank you.) A private cremation has been held.
"May you have fair winds and following Seas".

Published by The Press on Apr. 20, 2024.