Norman Francis Hebert Jr.

Norman Francis Hebert Jr. 82, of Southington went to Heaven peacefully from his home, in the arms of his daughter, surrounded with love and listening to his favorite music on April 20, 2023. He was the most loving Daddy and Best Friend to his daughter Karen Kaminski who lived with him and cared for him through his very tough but extremely courageous battle with Parkinson's and cancer. The Marine in Norm, his love for life, and his incredible bond and love for his daughter kept him fighting until his very last breath.

Norman was born on January 29, 1941 in Leominster, Mass. to the late Norman and Gladys (Hite) Hebert. Norman grew up in Windsor Locks before becoming a longtime resident of Southington. After graduation he joined the Marines, which he was very passionate about and he worked on the aircraft Skyhawk in ammunitions during the Cuban Crisis. He worked many years as a quality control inspector for Kaman Corporation in Bloomfield before he retired. Norman was a lifetime member of the VFW, and also a member of The American Legion and enjoyed hanging out with his best friend Jim Frauenheim and visiting all the local places with him. Jim always had a new nickname for him, like Captain, Wing Man, The Traveling Man, Tic-Tock, Mario race driver, Wonder Bread Man (That one came from a shirt he wore that literally looked like a wonder bread bag but he loved it!) just to name a few. Norman had the greatest sense of humor and could always make you laugh! He absolutely loved music; 50s/60s and especially loved Elvis, Bee Gees, Beach Boys and loved acoustic guitar solos. He was an avid Red Sox & NE Patriots fan and greatly admired Tom Brady. He loved to go to the movies with his daughter and enjoyed watching the older ones on TV, especially westerns. Norman also loved to fish a lot in local ponds and loved to go to Crescent Lake. He had a huge appreciation for classic cars and went to many car show events. His favorite was his white 1956 T-Bird he had in his younger years but still had several beautiful hanging pictures and models of it at home. He had an amazing love for food especially Italian Cuisine, fried dough and loved his daughter's Homemade Lasagna. Norm was a very sharp dresser, he loved fine jewelry watches and rings and especially liked Southwest styles. He also enjoyed road trips to interesting places around CT.

Norman will be so deeply missed by his family and many friends, but especially by his daughter and best friend Jim who was such a blessing. Jim never left Norm's side and was always there for support and helped Karen out whenever needed. He is survived by his daughter Karen Kaminski of Southington, and his sister Buff Walters of Windsor Locks that he adored, his very special cat Annie that never left his side and she has been lost without him. In addition to Norman's parents he was predeceased by his sister Linda Poteet of Windsor Locks.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Norman's memory to the MIchael J, Fox Foundation at https://give.michaeljfox.org or to an Animal Shelter of your choice.

All are welcome to celebrate Norman's Beautiful Life on Thursday, May 4th, 4-7 PM, at DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Southington. During this time, a service will be held at 6:30 PM, concluding with military honors presented by the United States Marine Corps. Burial will be held privately. For online condolences please visit www.dellavecchiasouthington.com