Norman Elsworth Elsbree Jr's Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Norman Elsworth Elsbree Jr., who peacefully left this world on February 25, 2024, at the age of 84. Norman was born on September 27, 1939, to proud parents Norman Elsworth Elsbree Sr. and Marjorie Eleanor Elsbree nee Mathies.
Norman was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, whose kindness and patience touched the hearts of all who knew him. He proudly served his country as a veteran in the U.S. Army, where he received many accolades including a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the prestigious Presidential Service Badge and Certificate.
Norman is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Diane, his children Norman “Rusty” and his wife Melinda, Kim and her husband Andy, along with his beloved grandchildren (Josh and his wife Lisa, Rachel, and Hannah and her fiancé Tyler, and his great granddaughter, Naomi), along with other beloved family members. He was anxiously awaiting the birth of his second great granddaughter in June. He was preceded in death by his son, Brian, his granddaughter Jessica, and his cherished cat, Coco.
While in the Army, he was a communications specialist at the White House, serving under the Eisenhower, Kennedy, and Johnson administrations. Other than his pride for his family, this was one of his proudest accomplishments! After leaving the Army and White House, he was employed with the federal government at the Department of Energy, until retiring in 1994.
A celebration of Norman's life, complete with military honors, will be held on April 27, 2024, from 2:00 - 5:00 PM at Thurmont Grange #409 to honor his memory and the impact he had on all those around him.
His legacy of love, patriotism, and dedication will forever be remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing him!
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