Norman, or as he was known to some, Norm or Ralph, went to Rainier Union High School in Rainier, OR. Even though he didn't graduate from the school, he was still invited to every high school reunion; in fact, he recently attended the 65th reunion. In his younger days, he met Albert "Buddy" Burg and the two became lifelong friends. Norm joined the Marines in 1957 and served his country until 1961, he was also able to earn his GED during this time.
Norman married the love of his life, Sherrill (Sherry) on March 5, 1976 in a small chapel across from the courthouse in Vancouver, WA. At this time he also took on the role of a lifetime as "Dad" to Sherry's three kids, Nadene, Sabrina and Brian.
Norman worked as a truck driver for Standard Dairy. After the dairy sold he went to Refrigeration school in the 80's. He then moved on as maintenance mechanic for Northern Plastics and Molded Containers and was with them until his retirement in 2003.
For fun, Norman traveled all across the USA with his RV Club - The 79ers. If there was a car show in town, Norm would attend, he loved classic cars.
Norman is survived by wife, Sherrill Titland: his daughters Nadene Eisert and Sabrina (Evan) Ross; his son, Brian (Amy) Riffe; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and sister, Marie Ellen McCeary. Special mention to his dachshunds, Truffles and the recently departed, Jamocha. He was also preceded in death by his dear sister, Kathy Cross.
A memorial service for Norman will be held Saturday, October 15, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Bateman Carroll Funeral Home, 520 W Powell Blvd, Gresham, OR 97030.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.batemancarrollfunerals.com for the Titland family.
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