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| Please share your condolences, prayers for family and friends, or fun memories you have of Norm. |
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| Jenny Sullivan wrote, |
3-2-2011 |
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I love you and I miss you, this day brings your cherished memory fresh to my heart where I will hold you as long as I have breath.
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| Darryl Eaton wrote, |
3-2-2011 |
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I love you and miss you Norm. I know you are protecting the kids from above - thank you. Thinking of you always.
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| Phil Ferguson wrote, |
2-1-2011 |
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Such a powerful soul; Dynamic, rich, huge with gifted magic hands that matched a giant heart. Our time here is measured in years; Our time with the Eternal is Endless. The Potter is now one with the Clay. The circle is Complete.
God Be With
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| Jebby Taylor wrote, |
1-9-2011 |
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Remembering you, Normy
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| Jebby wrote, |
10-22-2010 |
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Normy
missing your presence everyday.
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| Jebby wrote, |
9-7-2010 |
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Not a day passes without missing you, Normie! Thank you for existing! See you on the backside.
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| debby wrote, |
7-14-2010 |
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still remembering you, norm
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| John Carothers wrote, |
5-5-2010 |
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Light from my heart to yours my
friend.Each day I am with you.
Love ..............only Love
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| Patricia Irons/Henoch wrote, |
4-8-2010 |
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Was saddened to hear of the passing of Norm...He was a wonderful man. My prayers are with you at this time. Aloha from Kauai. Patty
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| Tom Edwards wrote, |
3-27-2010 |
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I have such fond memories of Norm. In 1984, I was lucky enough to work for him, throwing pots in his home studio at a time when I was about to leave Santa Barbara and move to Los Angeles. He and Jane were on the verge of remodeling their home and I was completely in awe of their personalities and their lifestyle. Norm was a true force of nature and he had such spirit and love for everything: music, pottery, home construction, raising kids, volleyball, etc. So many things we talked about back then have stayed with me over the years. He was a real hero and mentor for me. Five years later, I was married, we had bought our first home, built a home studio in the backyard (without permits!), and our first child was on her way. It really is like that book, "The Five People You Meet In Heaven". Thanks for everything, Norm! We will miss you so. Our sincerest condolences to Jane and family. Much love, Tom Edwards and Lori Crane
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| Marcy Luikart wrote, |
3-27-2010 |
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thank you for teaching me to play in the clay and not be afraid to throw it back in the slip...
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| Jenny Millan wrote, |
3-27-2010 |
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Many years ago, I took a class with Norm. I was a disaster
yet Norm urged me on. With humor and kindness. Then I had a baby, and my husband became ill. So, I did not return the next semester. He so loved his wife and children. Here is a poem that a friend sent to me when my mom died. I hope your family will take some peace for this.
For Norm:
Other eyes Watching
I am standing upon the seashore
A ship at my side spread his white
sails to the morning breeze,
and he starts for the blue ocean
He is an object of beauty and strength
And I stand and watch him, until at length
He blends into the distance, like a speck of white, where the sea and sky come together to mingle
with each other.
Then someone at my side says"look! There...he is gone.."
Gone where? Gone from my sight that is all.
He is just as large in mast and hull and beauty
As when he left my side.
And just as able to bear the load he is carrying
The load of joys, sorrows, the living freight
That will become his destination.
His diminished size is in me, not him:
I cannot see him, yet he still exists.
And just at that moment when someone at my side has said "There!...he is gone...."
There are other eyes watching him coming.
And other voices ready to take up the glad shout;
"There!....there he comes!"
Blessings to Norm and his family in this sad time. He is doing a Moon dance for all of you!
Jenny
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| Rowe James wrote, |
3-27-2010 |
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I did not know Norm well, but I always enjoyed speaking with him when we ran into each other. Our daughters had played waterpolo together at SMHS and I had met Norm on the pool deck at a game. Over the years, whenever we would run into one another the subject of our daughters would always come up. During these conversations it was very apparent that Norm loved his family very much and thoroughly enjoyed being a father and a husband. I was very sorry to read about his sudden passing in the Independent. From the little that I knew of him, I could tell he was a special man who was loved by many. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
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| Gayle & Steve Minjarez wrote, |
3-22-2010 |
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We have many fond memories of the beach show and our little girls playing together. Norm will truly be missed by all in the artist community. Our love to Jane & the girls.
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| John Comer wrote, |
3-20-2010 |
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Norm was one of my best friends and favorite people in my life. The circle of wonder people and family he brought to my life is incalcuable as was his unending support and friendship. We shared many adventures together known only to us and I only wish I could have been to some of the previous get togethers to talk some story. I will always miss you even though I will always carry you with me. Rest in peace dear brother.
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| Jenny Johnson Sullivan wrote, |
3-19-2010 |
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Words can not express how much we are going to miss our darling Normie. He brought so much joy and endless laughter with his quick wit and antics into our family gatherings. Many are the times we have sat and talked into the night as the fire turns to coals on camping trips. There are so many things that we will miss about you Norm, your warm smile, great laugh and the words of wisdom you spoke to us when going through some life drama just to name a few.
I want to say thanks dear friend and brother for all the good years we shared, we will always love you, shalom, until we meet again
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| Chris and Michael Adcock wrote, |
3-19-2010 |
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What a touching slideshow to commemorate Norm. What a beautiful, vital, souful, fun-loving man. We will never forget his kind, lively presence in those early beach show days. Our love to all of you.
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| Skip Saenger wrote, |
3-19-2010 |
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I just watched the videos here and was captivated by the large circle of love in Norm’s life. I’ll cherish these images.
I’ll miss the drive by’s, the phone calls, the pep talks, and his friendship. Set wave Norm, you go!
Rest in Peace Brother Norm!
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| Pearl Garcia wrote, |
3-19-2010 |
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When I think of Norm, my son and I will never forget the camping caravan to Baja, from losing Norm to finding Norm in the middle of nowhere and stuck in mud. The trip was a memory that we will have the rest of our lives. To his funny nature and all his talents. We are all lucky to have known him and have so many memories that he brought to our lives. May the days be filled with wonderful memories so that the family can heal from his loss.
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| Jeff Church wrote, |
3-19-2010 |
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Our Love and Prayers from the Church family. My Dad and Mom thought the world of him. Norm and my brother Clay were good friends. The first time I met Norm he came over to the house in his 57 Chevy, I was about 14 at the time and thought he was so cool. Norm was styling at a early age. He will be missed by so many people. I will always remember Norm for his smile. Love and Peace
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| Marty Kauth wrote, |
3-18-2010 |
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I took Pottery from Norm for about 15 years. I had meet him years before that at the Yes store. I was with my dad and my dad told me he had Norm as a student in a junior high school science class. After buying some of his beautiful pottery at the yes store and later at his house, I decided to take his class. One quarter and I was hooked. His class was at times hard to get into, because everyone loved Norm. His class was like another family, everyone got along so well, we had great music, food, slide shows, and times together. I will cherish those times forever and will miss him greatly. I wish the family and his friends my best during this tough time.
love, Marty
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| Christine and Carlos Cerecedo wrote, |
3-18-2010 |
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Our deepest condolences to all privileged to know Norm. We are saddened to know he has passed on but so glad that he Lived.
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| Tony Longo wrote, |
3-18-2010 |
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Words can not express how we are sorry for such a great loss.
From our family to yours we offer our sincere condolences.
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| Randy Roberts wrote, |
3-17-2010 |
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Growing up with Norm was my great pleasure from the 5th grade on. His passing creates a void in my life and the moment, but NOT in my memories. There he lives forever with his grin, and mine beside his. I hope to add some stories in this space over the next few days and I'll try not to let "facts" get in the way of a perfectly good story.
Tom Paxton wrote a wonderful song back in the early 70's. The refrain goes like this:
"And thank you for the honor of your company...The music was as sweet as a good red wine...Thanks for the company and thanks for the harmony...I'm here to say the honor was all mine."
Sadly, I'm unable to make the Butterfly to Hammond's memorial walk. But I'll find me a sunset that afternoon, smile broadly, and remember my dear old friend and his family.
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| Alexis Bernstein wrote, |
3-17-2010 |
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Although I only met Norm for the first time last Easter at the Hendry family gathering, I found him to be a very warm and welcoming man. His passing is certainly a major loss felt by many. I pass on my deepest sympathies to his beautiful family and please know how sorry I am that he is no longer here with us. Isa, my heart goes out to you in particular and your amazing children...please know I hold you all extra close in my heart and prayers. We love you all and hope to hug you soon. xoxo
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| Debbie (Carver) Green wrote, |
3-17-2010 |
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I consider myself truly blessed to have had Norm for my dear friend. His pottery classes have been the highlight of my week for over 15 years. His essence is a part of who I am, his love of music, unbelievable skill as a potter and a extraordinary willingness to listen and appreciate others passions don’t even begin to describe what a beautiful person he was. My heart goes out to his family and all who loved him, what a tremendous loss. Until we meet agan….
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| Brad Shafer wrote, |
3-17-2010 |
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I met Norm many years ago and have crossed paths a number of times. I recall going to a Paul Soldner workshop with IZ at his studio and really enjoying with love of pottery, music and warm heart. About 7 years ago my friend Greg who had been taking classes with him on at adult ed said "you should join us..." After a year or so and a couple visits I did join the class and felt as if I had found a second family. Norm always smiling and bringing in great food, the perfect mixed music to share and wonderful stories about something cool like hiking, fishing or surfing and encouraging me in my ceramic evolution. We also got a chance to hang out doing raku at a fun quarterly workshop where we shared stories, food and glaze formulas. I moved my family up the pacific northwest last summer and have been missing my clay family and Norm being the papa bear and I will very much miss Norm and his amazing smile, gracious heart and his thoughtful supporting ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. My heart will be there on the beach walk at a special place that is very special and feels like home. I am not sure I will be able to make the trek. Peace and love. Bradley Shafer.
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| Mark and Marilyn Zaunius wrote, |
3-16-2010 |
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We met Norm many moons ago through an Ad. Ed pottery class.....amazing how 20 years ago one class led to a long and blissful friendship sharing so many joys and a few sorrows. Norm's laughter and spirit for life was what we will carry with us, as well as the music that he so loved and played in each class. (oh and let's not forget all the great food! Mark and Norm continued to be "pottery pals", and talked a lot of surf and fishing stories......Mark continued in Norm's classes for many years and became a skilled potter, thanks to his incredible teacher and friend.
We are unable to attend Norm's memorial walk as we are heading out of town that weekend.
Our hearts will be there with all of you and we will walk that beach path in the years to come and think of our friend Norm.
Hold close to your loved ones, family and friends, and may you find peace in your time of healing.
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| Julie (Lindsey) Germanoff wrote, |
3-16-2010 |
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Having lived away from SB and Calif for many years, I'm not able to attend the memorial walk. But I have made this beautiful walk many times in the past and consider it a special place in my heart. I will walk it in head and heart with all of you. Accept our condolences.
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