December 7, 1937 – March 21, 2021
“Behind every great man, is a better story”
Norm’s ability to make friends, sing songs and tell stories was second nature to him. His charisma and personable ways were always a draw in any room. It is hard to summarize a man that has done so much in his life and who means so much to so many, but if you try, start with “love”.
Born December 7, 1937 in Llandrindod, Norm grew up in Builth Wells as the fourth child of six siblings. Norm’s pride of country never faded and stemmed from his youth in Wales. Though Norm sought new adventures and relocated to Canada during the 70s, his Welsh pride and patriotism were a defining trait his entire life.
“Businessman, new in town, want to meet a girl for companionship and friendship”, Norm wrote in a Calgary Herald classified ad in 1981. After years in Yellowknife, building choirs, and businesses, Norm was looking to settle in Calgary where his friends Charlie and Theresa were based. Norm’s ad caught the attention of a visiting Colombian woman, his soon-to-be wife Melba Lewis. From their first date and for the rest of their lives they would be together and love each other deeply. They went on to have five children together: Norman, Howard, Gwyn, Richard and Paul, whom they loved and lived for. The love in the Lewis house was beyond measure, and it would grow even further with the introduction of Norm and Melba’s granddaughter Kiana, and their daughter in law Jennie.
The doors to the Lewis Household were always open, Norm was always welcoming, and he loved the company. There was always laughter, joy, and singing wherever Norm went. No matter where he was, the good times came with him and he shared his joy of life with all.
Those who knew Norm as a loving husband, father, grandfather, sibling, and friend, all feel a great pain in his loss. Though we are all devastated, Norm leaves behind the legacy of a great man. Once, Norm was asked how to live a good life, his response was “make and keep good friends”. You are our greatest friend Norm, and we will always keep you in our hearts. We love you, and may you rest in peace until we are together again.
An online Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. MST (mountain standard time). Please join our family as we honour our beloved Norm. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Calgary Poppy Fund
https://calgarypoppyfund.com/
.
Arrangements entrusted to Florence (Flo) Simpson, Funeral Director
Cochrane Country Funeral Home – Ph: 403-932-1039 To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Norman “Norm” Richards Lewis, please visit our flower store.
“Behind every great man, is a better story”
Norm’s ability to make friends, sing songs and tell stories was second nature to him. His charisma and personable ways were always a draw in any room. It is hard to summarize a man that has done so much in his life and who means so much to so many, but if you try, start with “love”.
Born December 7, 1937 in Llandrindod, Norm grew up in Builth Wells as the fourth child of six siblings. Norm’s pride of country never faded and stemmed from his youth in Wales. Though Norm sought new adventures and relocated to Canada during the 70s, his Welsh pride and patriotism were a defining trait his entire life.
“Businessman, new in town, want to meet a girl for companionship and friendship”, Norm wrote in a Calgary Herald classified ad in 1981. After years in Yellowknife, building choirs, and businesses, Norm was looking to settle in Calgary where his friends Charlie and Theresa were based. Norm’s ad caught the attention of a visiting Colombian woman, his soon-to-be wife Melba Lewis. From their first date and for the rest of their lives they would be together and love each other deeply. They went on to have five children together: Norman, Howard, Gwyn, Richard and Paul, whom they loved and lived for. The love in the Lewis house was beyond measure, and it would grow even further with the introduction of Norm and Melba’s granddaughter Kiana, and their daughter in law Jennie.
The doors to the Lewis Household were always open, Norm was always welcoming, and he loved the company. There was always laughter, joy, and singing wherever Norm went. No matter where he was, the good times came with him and he shared his joy of life with all.
Those who knew Norm as a loving husband, father, grandfather, sibling, and friend, all feel a great pain in his loss. Though we are all devastated, Norm leaves behind the legacy of a great man. Once, Norm was asked how to live a good life, his response was “make and keep good friends”. You are our greatest friend Norm, and we will always keep you in our hearts. We love you, and may you rest in peace until we are together again.
An online Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. MST (mountain standard time). Please join our family as we honour our beloved Norm. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Calgary Poppy Fund
https://calgarypoppyfund.com/
.
Arrangements entrusted to Florence (Flo) Simpson, Funeral Director
Cochrane Country Funeral Home – Ph: 403-932-1039 To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Norman “Norm” Richards Lewis, please visit our flower store.
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