Norman E. Lorenzani, 83, of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Norman was born April 29, 1930 to Arthur and Marie Lorenzani in Staten Island, NY. He moved to Venice, Florida in 1999 from his home on Smith Mountain Lake in Moneta, Virginia, and later to Port Charlotte.…
Continue ReadingNorman E. Lorenzani, 83, of Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 5, 2014.
Norman was born April 29, 1930 to Arthur and Marie Lorenzani in Staten Island, NY. He moved to Venice, Florida in 1999 from his home on Smith Mountain Lake in Moneta, Virginia, and later to Port Charlotte. Norman retired in 1987 after 35 years with IBM. He was a veteran of the United States Army who served his country in the Korean War. Norman was a member of the Siena Flying Club in Albany New York, the Smith Mt. Antique and Classic Boat Club, and the Smith Mt. Lake Pilots Club. Norman enjoyed boating, flying and spending time with his friends at the New London Airport in Virginia. Most of all, he loved and cherished his family.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Teri; his sister, Miriam Lorenzani; his daughter, Linda Francis of Wilmington, NC; his son, David Lorenzani of Moneta, VA; two grandchildren, John and Jessica Lorenzani: three great-grandchildren, John David, Jr., Jocelyn, and Gaby; and his brother-in-law, John Wessel of Venice, Florida.
A memorial service will be held by the family at a later date at Smith Mountain Lake, VA.
Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to sign the memory book and extend condolences to the family. Arrangements are by Roberson Funeral Home & Crematory in Port Charlotte, FL.
James J Norton
left a message on February 12, 2014:
I worked with Norm at IBM in Albany, NY. He always had a Nice Smile and Pleasant Words for Everyone. He will surely be missed.
Lorenzani Viviana
left a message on February 8, 2014:
lamento profundamente esta perdida lo queria y recordaba con mucho amor.
Linda Lorenzani-Francis
left a message on February 10, 2014:
Words cannot express the deep love and gratitude we share have for having had a long life with our exceptional, kind and loving father. This sentiment is shared by all our family and friends, who have already been communicating their expressions of love and condolence with us in many ways. We also look forward with joy to the days ahead with our Mom, Teri, who by the grace of God remains healthy, and here with us to live our lives on Earth to the fullest. Dad, we know this was your most important wish. You are still and will always be with us.
Sha
left a message on February 10, 2014:
My life has been enriched by Norm. He loved life and always had a smile . He would always lit up when he spoke about his family. I feel blessed to have known Norm.
Jerry Mazza
left a message on February 10, 2014:
I met the whole family in 1972. Linda and I were classmates in college. Friends and I from the college visited the Lorenzani Colonie, NY home quite a few times. I still remember the visits and will never forget the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carol Ramsey
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Norman and Teri included me into their extended family when I became good friends with Linda Francis. I always felt at home with them in Smith Mountain Lake, and was saddened to hear of Norm's illness and his untimely death. He and I shared a love of flying. He will be missed by all of those who were lucky to spend any time with him.
Neil Richter
left a message on February 11, 2014:
I too met the family during my college years with Linda. as soon as I walked in the door I felt at home. Ala familia swept over me like a wave. I have never forgotten that day
norma corrieri
left a message on February 11, 2014:
A toda la familia Lorenzani mis condolencias por esta pérdida tan grande. La familia Corrieri-French, les envía un muy sentido pésame y mucha fuerza para superar este mal momento. Un beso grande para todos y en especial a la tía Tery.
Araceli Lorenzani y Hugo Ravina
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Dear family: Norman will be always in our heart.
Cynthia and Dick Horgan
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Dear Teri, Linda and Dave: What a great picture of Norm! Having spent time with him in his healthy and vibrant years, we are blessed to have the memory of him as he looked in that photo. Many happy memories come into our minds, memories at Smith Mountain Lake, sitting on the dock and laughing at T.C. Feeling like part of a big Italian family at that fabulous meal at Elaine and John's, floating around in the lake with our cocktails after dinner. Great memories and memories that will always endear Norm and you Teri and keep you close at heart. There are no circumstances that make losing a beloved person easier except the memories of the times they were with us and the gratitude for that time. Cynthia Horgan
Michael Shover
left a message on February 11, 2014:
I work with Norm for a few years at IBM in Albany before he retired. Norm was a proponent for hiring me into the IBM family and for that I will always be grateful. God bless.
paul ferrotti
left a message on December 28, 2014:
Although I was several years younger than Norman Lorenzani, I have kind and vivid menories growing from childhool to adulthood. He was the product of an outstanding family:: I attended New Dorp High School on Staten Island with his sister Elaine; I was inspired to study music (piano) because Norman's mother. I will forever remember the Lorenzani family with deep reverence, respect and honor. My condolences to the family for the loss.
Sincerely,
Paul Ferroti
Claire Butera
left a message on February 12, 2014:
Dear (Aunt) Theresa, Linda, David and. Family,
Our deepest condolences sent with love and the happiest memories of Uncle Norman.
We treasure our time spent at 'The Lake' cottage, Lake George and rides on your November Tango. It was so nice to be with you.
Recall your wedding, your first apt and playing games.
May The wonderful memories fill your hearts.
Love,
Claire, Paul and Bob
Steven & Paulette Brockett
left a message on February 13, 2014:
Wonderful memories will live in my heart of happy times with my Uncle Norman (Norgan). The years in up state NY and so many good times at Lake George. Our sincerest sympathy and love to my Wonderful Aunt Teresa, cousins Linda and David.
Joe,and Sheila Bourassa
left a message on February 13, 2014:
Sheila and I offer our deepest condolence for your lost. Norm was the
best dressed guy in our office with a great smile. We worked together
for many years, He was my supervisor for some of those years. We did
some golfing together. When Norm and Teri moved to Albany we went out
one night to a show in Saratoga and Norm and Teri picked us up in a great
big car I believe it was maroon.
God bless, and remember all the good memories you add together.
Love Sheila and Joe
Cheryl Best Miller and David Miller
left a message on February 14, 2014:
Teri and Family,
We have such fond memories of you and Norm at the New London Airport!!
Wonderful flying and great stories. Everyone always new Norm as "the man with the straight tail C-172". What a gentleman...You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sweet memories go with our fellow pilot "Gone West"..Blessings and wishes for a smooth landing our friend.
Cheryl and David Miller
and your friends from New London Airport
Toni West & Don Smith
left a message on February 14, 2014:
We loved Norman from the first day at Bridgewater Marina. I never got on my sea doo without coming to your dock first! Loved swimming and floating with all of you. Norman will live on in every heart that knew him! Is was special!
Jim Gilbertson
left a message on February 26, 2014:
What a nice friend. Always greets one with a smile. Always willing to help. Worked many years in preparation for the Smith Mountains Lake boat show. What a joy to be around. God Bless.
Erika Jones
left a message on April 1, 2014:
Your spirit remains alive with the loving family you helped create. May you watch over us peacefully as our journey continues. See you soon, and we know that shooting star was you that day!! Love always
David MacPherson
left a message on December 7, 2014:
I was very sad to learn that Norm has passed away.
I knew Norm in the 1970s. In those days I called him Mr. Lorenzani. He was father to my childhood friend David Lorenzani. Norm took me and Dave water skiing, and flying in his club airplane. I was a welcome guest at his camp at Lake George. I sure miss those days.
Rest in Peace Norm.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jerry
left a message on December 9, 2014:
I still watch over Linda...ccto your wife.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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James J Norton
left a message on February 12, 2014:
I worked with Norm at IBM in Albany, NY. He always had a Nice Smile and Pleasant Words for Everyone. He will surely be missed.
Lorenzani Viviana
left a message on February 8, 2014:
lamento profundamente esta perdida lo queria y recordaba con mucho amor.
Linda Lorenzani-Francis
left a message on February 10, 2014:
Words cannot express the deep love and gratitude we share have for having had a long life with our exceptional, kind and loving father. This sentiment is shared by all our family and friends, who have already been communicating their expressions of love and condolence with us in many ways. We also look forward with joy to the days ahead with our Mom, Teri, who by the grace of God remains healthy, and here with us to live our lives on Earth to the fullest. Dad, we know this was your most important wish. You are still and will always be with us.
Sha
left a message on February 10, 2014:
My life has been enriched by Norm. He loved life and always had a smile . He would always lit up when he spoke about his family. I feel blessed to have known Norm.
Jerry Mazza
left a message on February 10, 2014:
I met the whole family in 1972. Linda and I were classmates in college. Friends and I from the college visited the Lorenzani Colonie, NY home quite a few times. I still remember the visits and will never forget the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Carol Ramsey
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Norman and Teri included me into their extended family when I became good friends with Linda Francis. I always felt at home with them in Smith Mountain Lake, and was saddened to hear of Norm's illness and his untimely death. He and I shared a love of flying. He will be missed by all of those who were lucky to spend any time with him.
Neil Richter
left a message on February 11, 2014:
I too met the family during my college years with Linda. as soon as I walked in the door I felt at home. Ala familia swept over me like a wave. I have never forgotten that day
norma corrieri
left a message on February 11, 2014:
A toda la familia Lorenzani mis condolencias por esta pérdida tan grande. La familia Corrieri-French, les envía un muy sentido pésame y mucha fuerza para superar este mal momento. Un beso grande para todos y en especial a la tía Tery.
Araceli Lorenzani y Hugo Ravina
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Dear family: Norman will be always in our heart.
Cynthia and Dick Horgan
left a message on February 11, 2014:
Dear Teri, Linda and Dave: What a great picture of Norm! Having spent time with him in his healthy and vibrant years, we are blessed to have the memory of him as he looked in that photo. Many happy memories come into our minds, memories at Smith Mountain Lake, sitting on the dock and laughing at T.C. Feeling like part of a big Italian family at that fabulous meal at Elaine and John's, floating around in the lake with our cocktails after dinner. Great memories and memories that will always endear Norm and you Teri and keep you close at heart. There are no circumstances that make losing a beloved person easier except the memories of the times they were with us and the gratitude for that time. Cynthia Horgan
Michael Shover
left a message on February 11, 2014:
I work with Norm for a few years at IBM in Albany before he retired. Norm was a proponent for hiring me into the IBM family and for that I will always be grateful. God bless.
paul ferrotti
left a message on December 28, 2014:
Although I was several years younger than Norman Lorenzani, I have kind and vivid menories growing from childhool to adulthood. He was the product of an outstanding family:: I attended New Dorp High School on Staten Island with his sister Elaine; I was inspired to study music (piano) because Norman's mother. I will forever remember the Lorenzani family with deep reverence, respect and honor. My condolences to the family for the loss.
Sincerely,
Paul Ferroti
Claire Butera
left a message on February 12, 2014:
Dear (Aunt) Theresa, Linda, David and. Family,
Our deepest condolences sent with love and the happiest memories of Uncle Norman.
We treasure our time spent at 'The Lake' cottage, Lake George and rides on your November Tango. It was so nice to be with you.
Recall your wedding, your first apt and playing games.
May The wonderful memories fill your hearts.
Love,
Claire, Paul and Bob
Steven & Paulette Brockett
left a message on February 13, 2014:
Wonderful memories will live in my heart of happy times with my Uncle Norman (Norgan). The years in up state NY and so many good times at Lake George. Our sincerest sympathy and love to my Wonderful Aunt Teresa, cousins Linda and David.
Joe,and Sheila Bourassa
left a message on February 13, 2014:
Sheila and I offer our deepest condolence for your lost. Norm was the
best dressed guy in our office with a great smile. We worked together
for many years, He was my supervisor for some of those years. We did
some golfing together. When Norm and Teri moved to Albany we went out
one night to a show in Saratoga and Norm and Teri picked us up in a great
big car I believe it was maroon.
God bless, and remember all the good memories you add together.
Love Sheila and Joe
Cheryl Best Miller and David Miller
left a message on February 14, 2014:
Teri and Family,
We have such fond memories of you and Norm at the New London Airport!!
Wonderful flying and great stories. Everyone always new Norm as "the man with the straight tail C-172". What a gentleman...You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sweet memories go with our fellow pilot "Gone West"..Blessings and wishes for a smooth landing our friend.
Cheryl and David Miller
and your friends from New London Airport
Toni West & Don Smith
left a message on February 14, 2014:
We loved Norman from the first day at Bridgewater Marina. I never got on my sea doo without coming to your dock first! Loved swimming and floating with all of you. Norman will live on in every heart that knew him! Is was special!
Jim Gilbertson
left a message on February 26, 2014:
What a nice friend. Always greets one with a smile. Always willing to help. Worked many years in preparation for the Smith Mountains Lake boat show. What a joy to be around. God Bless.
Erika Jones
left a message on April 1, 2014:
Your spirit remains alive with the loving family you helped create. May you watch over us peacefully as our journey continues. See you soon, and we know that shooting star was you that day!! Love always
David MacPherson
left a message on December 7, 2014:
I was very sad to learn that Norm has passed away.
I knew Norm in the 1970s. In those days I called him Mr. Lorenzani. He was father to my childhood friend David Lorenzani. Norm took me and Dave water skiing, and flying in his club airplane. I was a welcome guest at his camp at Lake George. I sure miss those days.
Rest in Peace Norm.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jerry
left a message on December 9, 2014:
I still watch over Linda...ccto your wife.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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