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Myron Norman
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Myron Norman Jr., 83, of Sun City, AZ, and formally of Virginia, MN, died peacefully at his home on February 28, 2018 surrounded by the love of his family.Myron Jr. was born in Virginia, MN to Myron and Rita (Lo Presti) Norman of Virginia, MN. He was a 1952 graduate of Virginia High School. In 1953 Myron met the love of his life, Connie Alleva of West St. Paul, MN. They were married in January 7, 1954 in Bremerton, WA and recently celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary. He adored our Mother.In 1953, Myron joined the U.S. Marines where he served honorably in the Korean War. After the war, Myron Jr. embarked with Connie on an incredible life journey that included lovingly raising a family of six children and owning several successful businesses in Virginia, MN. Some of these businesses included candy and confection distribution, Klinx Bar and Kap n Kork Liquor.After raising their family and traveling the world together, Myron and Connie retired to Sun City, AZ in 1989 where they also became successful owners of Chum's Lounge until 2004. Myron had many Iron Range friends. He loved sharing stories of his hockey days in Virginia. He also loved deer hunting, taking long weekends to the cities with our Mom. Myron was not only close to his own family but was very close to Connie's side of the family too.Myron will be remembered as he lived and will be missed by many people. He was a loving and devoted family man, loyal friend, respected businessman and patriot. He had a great perspective on life and a wonderful sense of humor.Myron is survived by his wife Connie (Alleva) Norman and their 6 children, Michael (Susan Conrad) Norman of Surprise, AZ, Mary (Richard) Jackson of Sun City, AZ, Susie (Mike) Custard of Mesa, AZ, Katherine (Kerry) Zuehlsdorff of Bloomington, MN, Jim Norman of Peoria, AZ and David (Anne-Marie) Norman of Peoria, AZ, his brother, Jerry (JoAnn) Norman of New Hope, MN, several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.A Memorial Service will be held at Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, March 5th, 2018. The address is: 11211 W. Michigan Ave., Youngtown, AZ 85363, 623-979-7111 www.advantagefunerals.com
