Surrounded by his family, Norman Gerald Sanger passed away at 77 years young on Saturday, November 7th, 2015 at St. Michael's Hospital after a brief illness. He was an avid hockey player until the very end, a passionate painter, a choir singer as well as a barbershopper. Norm was a man who loved to dance and celebrate. He was a fisherman, a community volunteer, a true friend to many and above all, a proud Newfoundlander. Survived by his loving wife Yvonne. Also survived by 5 of his 15 siblings, William, Nettie, Fred, Roy and Marge. Loving father of 4 sons; Tim (Mary), Gary (Karen), Bill (Carol) and Norman (Kim). Grandpa to 9 grandchildren; Vanessa (Shawn), Nicole, Natalie (Adam), Joshua, Jacob, Clayton, Marcus, Cole and Lauren. Papa to 2 great-grandchildren; Isabelle and Gabriel. Uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents; Timothy and Violet, by 10 of his siblings and by his infant grandson, Adam. Visitation took place at the Courtice Funeral Chapel, 1587 Highway 2, Courtice, on Friday, November 13th. A service was held at Faith United Church, 1778 Nash Rd., Courtice, on Saturday, November 14th, at 11 a.m.
We would like to thank the staff at St. Michael's Hospital for their outstanding care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Michael's Foundation. Online condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.courticefuneralchapel.com