Jerry "POP" W. Norman

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Owens Funeral Home
5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd
North Little Rock, AR  72116
Thursday, April 12, 2018
5-7 PM
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel
5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd
North Little Rock, AR  72116
Thursday, April 12, 2018
7:00 PM
Cemetery
Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery
1501 W. Maryland Ave.
North Little Rock, AR  72120
Memorial Contributions
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
501 St. Jude Place
Memphis, TN  38105
I served in the Navy.
Jerry "POP" W. NormanI am a Veteran.

November 4, 1939 - April 10, 2018

Jerry W. Norman (POP), 78, of Sherwood, passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2018. Jerry was born in Gurdon, November 4, 1939 and reared in Bluff City.

He is was preceded in death by his parents, Novice and Haskell Norman. Also, preceding him in death were all of his siblings: JoAnn, James, Bill, Jay Roy and Roger.

Jerry was a Navy Veteran and worked for USPS for 34 years as a letter carrier.

He was a fierce and dedicated advocate for the rights of letter carriers and served as Union Steward for many years at the Downtown Little Rock Post Office. With his quick wit and a voice that could be heard above the crowd everyone knew where he stood. His knowledge of carriers' rights and responsibilities won him a great deal of respect over the years even though he never quite mastered the art of political correctness. He remained a lifelong member of NALC (National Association of Letter Carriers Branch 35).

Jerry reminisced often of growing up in Bluff City. Even though times were extremely tough on a single Mom raising six children, he found joy in the simple life and the characters he remembered growing up.

He never tired of (and could get lost in) watching old Westerns that included his hero John Wayne.
Having no children of his own, he loved being referred to as Pop, Dad or Daddy by the children he loved and helped raise. Always fair and always there if needed. He was immensely proud of the children and grandchildren he referred to as his own.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 30 years, Esther; son, Sharif Hassan; daughter, Samia Johnston (Tim); and grandchildren, Sophia and Jacob Johnston.

He also held a special place in his heart for daughter, Jennifer Cochran (Caleb); and granddaughter, Caitlynn of Southaven, MS (from a previous marriage). In addition, he leaves behind a special sister-in-law, Billie Norman of McKenzie, TN; along with many nieces and nephews.

A special thanks to UAMS and Dr. Matthew Steliga for his dedicated and compassionate care. The family would also like to thank all who kept us in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

As our grandson so eloquently said '''' ''God needs a Pop.'' Rest in Peace my love.

Visitation will be, 5-7 PM, Thursday, April 12, 2018 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd, North Little Rock, AR 72116. Jerry's Celebration of Life will follow from 7-8 PM. Private interment will be at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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Sharif Hassan
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Sunday, April 15, 2018

Miss you every day Pop.

Carolyn Radnedge
Royse city tx, TX
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Friday, April 13, 2018

Jeff Howard
Sioux City, IA
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Thursday, April 12, 2018

Esther:

I was so sad to hear about Jerry. Sharif let me know yesterday. I hope you are holding up OK. Jerry was a GREAT guy! I always got a kick out of his sense of humor and way of looking at things. You and Jerry were always so nice to me and it was greatly appreciated. Hard to believe I met you and Jerry 19 years ago. Time really does fly. I know you miss him terribly, but you know Jerry loved you and you had a great life together. Hope to see you one of these days. I'm thinking of you and your family. Jeff Howard

Mollie Halpern
Washington, DC
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Thursday, April 12, 2018

I'm sure today will be a beautiful celebration of POP's life and love. I never met POP personally but through Sharif I know he was beloved. I enjoyed learning more about POP through the sweetly written obituary. And, his photo made me smile and warmed my heart. My deepest condolences... Sincerely, Mollie

Lloyd Kassler
Alexander, AR
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Thursday, April 12, 2018

Esther: So Sorry for your loss! I remember fondly my days working with"Cheta" when w first started so Many years ago, He was a class act. Hard to believe it has been so long...

Guy Luneau
Sherwood, AR
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Thursday, April 12, 2018

Esther and Family,
I enjoyed knowing and chatting with Jerry -- a smart man who knew a lot about a lot. He and I had outdoor pursuits in common, and probably more. God bless you all. Stay strong.

Pauline elsasser
Sherwood, AR
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Thursday, April 12, 2018

Sure will miss you Jerry you were such a kind gentleman,will always remember you're help getting on the bus at casino,,enjoyed our talk when we where at Branson,say hi to Jerry foster in heaven,a fellow mailman,,my prayers are with all of you.love pauline

Kevin Brock
Fayetteville, AR
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Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Just wanted to send out love and peace to you, Ms. Esther, Sharif, and Sam. Though it has been decades since I last saw him, I always liked and greatly respected Jerry. Sorry to hear of his passing, and for the loss you all feel now. I won't be able to be there in person for the services, but my thoughts will be with you all.

Karen Osowski
Hot Springs, AR
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Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Roger and I are blessed to have know Jerry. Jerry was such a special person and will truly be missed.

Nancy Thomas
Sherwood, AR
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Wednesday, April 11, 2018

Samia and family,
I have fond memories of Jerry from my years of friendship with you and our babies growing up together and from a few NALC vacations together. He was a good, good man. I know he loved you all so much and especially those precious grandbabies. He will be missed. Prayers for comfort and peace as you begin this new chapter of your lives. Love you my friend.