Norman M. Hendrickson
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Norman M. Hendrickson

  • March 5, 1918 - February 16, 2013
  • Cambridge, New York
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“Together with each other is where they were meant to be in both this life and the next -- what a great love story. In due time I pray you find your...Read More » ”
1 of 17 | Posted by: Jann Smith - Port St Lucie, FL

“I never knew your parents but just read their incredible story online. I laughed and I cried. I really appreciate the humor, and a good bargain as...Read More » ”
2 of 17 | Posted by: Reelani W. - Durand, MI - none

“Deepest condolences. I cared for your Father at Pleasant Vallley Daycare. I enjoyed visiting with him & chuckling over his one liner jokes. He was as...Read More » ”
3 of 17 | Posted by: Gwenyth Dixson - Greenwich, NY

“Deepest condolences. I cared for your Father at Pleasant Vallley Daycare. I enjoyed visiting with him & chuckling over his one liner jokes. He was as...Read More » ”
4 of 17 | Posted by: Gwenyth Dixson - Greenwich, NY

“I just wanted to pay my respects to the family of this wonderful couple, Norman and Gwen. I just saw their story on the internet and it reminded me...Read More » ”
5 of 17 | Posted by: Marcia Neville - Niantic, CT

“WOW! You can't beat that for True Love! It sounds like something for the Ellen Show. At least they are together now in Heaven. My Dad, Frank McCullen...Read More » ”
6 of 17 | Posted by: Betsy McCullen - Latham, NY

“Although I was very young, we were neighbors years ago and our parents were friends for many years. I am sorry for your loss ... But i hope knowing...Read More » ”
7 of 17 | Posted by: Dianne Dusha Mosher - Berlin, NY

“I remember Norman during my years at CCS. Went thru school with Norma and Bob...just want to let them know my thoughts are with them. Warm Regards...Read More » ”
8 of 17 | Posted by: Doug McCauley - Arlington, VT

“Once again our hearts go out to you at this time of sorrow. WIth your mom and dad now together again, they are happy in eternal peace. ”
9 of 17 | Posted by: Barb and Ron Ruel - Somers, CT

“Dear, Dear Merrilyne and Norma, Wow! Talk about true love... reminds me of Nick Sparks book, The Notebook. I remember your Dad at the Post Office,...Read More » ”
10 of 17 | Posted by: Janet Tully-Kuzman - Altamont, NY

“Hugs to the Hendrickson Family. ”
11 of 17 | Posted by: Karen Dusha McKean - Duanesburg, NY

“Norm was a warm man who shared a passion for stamp collecting with my father. He always had a joke and make me smile whenever I saw him. He and Mrs...Read More » ”
12 of 17 | Posted by: Susan Wolff Matteson - Cambridge, NY

“Nanny norm always had the last word and this time was no different. I'll always remember you Norm. Go in peace with your love and fly together with...Read More » ”
13 of 17 | Posted by: Wendy hayes - Cambridge, NY

“Norm was a big part of my life growing up in Cambridge. I'm glad I had a chance to reconnect with him at the CCS Alumni Reunions in the past few...Read More » ”
14 of 17 | Posted by: Ken Gottry - Cambridge

“I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing and so quickly. May he enjoy being with your mom in Heaven. My sympathies to you and your family. ”
15 of 17 | Posted by: Susan Sardi - Cambridge, NY

“Please accept condolences at the passing of both Gwen and Norm. They were very special people - kind neighbors and friends - and will always live in...Read More » ”
16 of 17 | Posted by: Mary Lee Kent - VT

“To the Hendrickson family: My words will be few. Sadness beyond belief in the loss of Norm and Gwen. A friend to everyone, never a bad word said,...Read More » ”
17 of 17 | Posted by: Joe Rouse - Cambridge, NY


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Norman M. Hendrickson, 94, of Cambridge, will always be remembered as a man with a joke or a story to tell and he left behind a great story when he died on Saturday, February 16, 2013.

When his beloved wife Gwendoline died on Friday, February 8, 2013 he told her that he would see her soon and Norm kept his word. On his way to her memorial service, dressed in his funeral clothes, riding in a limousine, he took his last breath and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the funeral home. At his family's request, Norm was casketed and his body was placed in the room with his wife so that friends and family could say their final goodbyes to both of them. As one of his daughters said, " Surprise. It's a double header."

Norm was born March 5, 1918 in Katona, New York in Westchester County, the son of the late Frank Leroy and Zerola Matteson Hendrickson. The family moved to Cambridge and Norm graduated from Cambridge Union School, Class of 1937.

While serving in the United States Army during World War II, he met his beloved Gwen who was serving in the British Royal Air Force. She immigrated to the United States and they were married on May 29, 1947. Their entire married life was spent in Cambridge.

Norm was the Assistant Postmaster in Cambridge for 34 years. He was an avid stamp collector and model train enthusiast. He was a Boy Scout leader for many years; a member of the Cambridge Salem Masonic Lodge; a member of Capt. Maxson Post # 634 of the American Legion and a member of the Embury United Methodist Church.

Norm was the loving father of Merrilyne A. Hendrickson (Scott), Norma-Lee Hendrickson Howland (Philip) and the late Robert W. Hendrickson; the caring grandfather of Jill S. O'Neill (Steve), Kyle R. Hendrickson, Kaitlin E. Hendrickson and the late Eric T. Hendrickson. He was blessed to have seven great-grandchildren-Erin O'Neill, Steven O'Neill, Nathan O'Neill, Eric Hendrickson, Emily Wilson, Alexis Dickson and Rob Dickson.

There will be no additional calling hours.

A graveside service, with military honors, will be held on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at
10 :00 AM at Woodlands Cemetery, Cambridge.

For those wishing to remember Norm in a special way, the family suggest donations be made in his name to an animal shelter or veteran's association of your choice.