We Remember
PEITSCH, Norman William
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Norman passed away peacefully with his family at his side on September 4, 2020 at the age of 84 years. He leaves behind his loving wife of 59 years, Gloria, and their four children: Sharleen (Don) Peitsch-Tyerman, William (Sonya), John (Jillian) and Patty (Dave) Edwards; his 11 grandchildren Sarah, Jack, Nicholas, Jessica, Summer, Zachary, Marie, Celine, Dawson, Justine, and Noah; and his six siblings Roy, Geraldine, Alfred, Nelson, Janice, and Elaine. Sadly, he was predeceased by his granddaughter Siobhan.
A Funeral Service will be held to honour Norman. Due to the current restrictions, the family would like to invite all who want to pay their respects to join by livestream on Monday, September 14, 2020 at 2:00 pm.
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos or share a memory please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
THIS SERVICE WILL BE LIVESTREAMED/BROADCAST ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 AT 2:00 PM.
Heather and I were very saddened to hear of Norm’s recent sudden illness and then passing. Our sincerest condolences, as well as prayers for God’s peace and comfort at this most difficult time, continue to go out to the family. We would have gladly come out to share in your grieving at Norm’s funeral Monday, but life (of COVID) gets in the way.
I hope it not inappropriate at this time to pass on a couple of the many, many fond memories that immediately come to mind. One is of the frequent visits my family would pay to Norm and Gloria’s place back in Winnipeg. It was way fancier than ours, and they had color TV with cable. Norm was always good for a hearty and infectious laugh (usually about extended family matters I didn’t much understand…). Bill would let me play with the many new toys and gadgets his dad would get for him and his siblings – snowmobile, motor bike, etc. etc. Remember the camping trip we 6 went on together? Where was it now? Somewhere in the Whiteshell? – Norm with Bill and John, my dad Abe (husband of my mother Grace, Norm’s 1st cousin) with myself (probably age 10?) and my younger brother Darren. One summer weekend we packed all the camping and fishing gear, made the 2-hour drive out, hired some dinky little row boat (with what, a 10 horse outboard?) at a marina, all 6 of us being horseshoed in with our gear to near sinking while heading for one of the ‘deserted’ islands on the lake, and then proceeding to set up camp on Canadian Shield shale, only to find out I had forgotten the damn tent poles! (For some reason that was my responsibility…) So, per Norm’s superior ingenuity, we chopped down a tree and put it in the middle of the tent so the 6 of us could still cram in there for the night. (I seem to remember it helped the odor as well.) We kids were assured the island was otherwise uninhabited, but the next morning we found bear scat on a nearby rock. Anyway, so we are fishing off one of the shallow cliffs (though things always look higher to a 10-year-old) on this small island and after considerable time and effort, lo and behold, one of us (can’t quite remember who) finally gets a bite! Wouldn’t you know it, but at that very moment, with all the excitement, my brother Darren (way to go, man!) falls into the water (and, as I vaguely recall, not yet a very good swimmer) – so a conference was undertaken to decide which to let go – the fish or my brother. I think Norm somehow saved both. Fond memories I will never forget. Thank you, Norm. Say ‘Hi’ to Mom and Dad for me.
Corrie Krahn, Vancouver, BC
Sorry to hear of your loss. Remember all the good times. Know he is still around you, in the whisper of the wind, in the faces of your children.
I am so sorry to hear about Norm’s passing. I know what it feels like, and also know how God’s presence surrounds us. I send my love and prayers.
I’m so sorry for Normans passing. Although I don’t know Norm and Gloria well I do remember that as a child, 4 or 5 I think, they gave me a black baby doll to ensure I would not grow up prejudiced against people of colour. I cherished that doll for years.
My prayers and thoughts are with Gloria and her family.
Cousin Carol
How saddened I was to learn of Norms passing! My memories of Norm bring me back many years ago to Winnipeg. I was 5 or 6 and Norm lived with my family for a while. I believe he was working as an apprentice for the CN along with my Dad. He developed a severe case of the mumps and was taken to hospital by ambulance. I remember the red blanket covering the stretcher quite vividly. He couldn’t have been more than nineteen at the time but to me he was a giant, always positive, always smiling. I left Winnipeg shortly after completing nurses training and Norm and I rarely connected except for funerals unfortunately. I always admired and respected him. My husband Mario and I send our condolences to Gloria and the family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Marlene & Mario Ruggiero
I am so sorry to here of Mr. Peitsch’s passing. He had such a warm, caring way about him and he will be sorely missed. He has left a remarkable legacy. Much love to you and your family.
To John and family. Deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Mrs. Peitsch, Sharleen, Bill, John, Patti and family, My sincere sympathy to each of you on the passing of your husband, Dad and Grandpa. I have many memories of times spent at your home on Handsart and then later on at Park Blvd. I remember clearly the weekend that Sharleen and I had a Friday night sleepover and during the night there was a blizzard. On Saturday, we couldn’t get out and then your Dad said he would take me home the next day, to East Kildonan, on the snowmobile!! Even Church was cancelled which at that time was unthinkable! Although we were told later that Pastor Barber got there. The road crews got out and cleared the streets so I got driven home in your car instead. I also remember going up near Bissett, MB with Sharleen and your family on a fishing trip. Pretty sure I never caught anything but we had fun! Precious memories. Growing up with all of your family at CT is a rich part of my heritage of faith. My prayers are with you as you celebrate your Dad’s life today. May you know God’s sweet presence and loving comfort today and in the days to come.
Our Deepest Sympathies and condolences for The Peitsch family .Loss of a great soul will be felt by lots of people.. We pray for all of you to have strength to go through this difficult time.
Vic, Sangeeta, and Vineesh Spolia.
What a wonderful tribute to a good man! You and your family remain in our prayers Gloria. Blessings!
Mrs. Peitsch, Sharleen and family.
It’s been many years since we all lived in Winnipeg and attended Calvary Temple together. Warren and I want to offer our sincere condolences as you grieve the loss of your husband and father and grandfather. We rejoice in knowing that we will all meet again! May the presence of the Holy Spirit give you all comfort and the treasured memories you share ease the pain of your loss and draw you close.
Shalom,
Warren and Beverley Pettit (Nashville TN)