Norman Paul Weaver

Norman Paul Weaver, 86 of Winona died Monday, May 16, 2016 at Sugar Loaf Senior Living. He formally lived at 408 High Forest Street.
Norman was born October 1, 1929 in Winona to Bert and Anna (Kropidlowski) Weaver. In 1948, he graduated from Cotter High School. Norman served his country honorably in the United States Army from 1951-1953. On June 29, 1963, he married Alice Mae Tarras. They were married for 39 years before she passed in 2002.
He worked for his dad at Weaver and Sons and eventually became part-owner along with his brother, Bart. He worked at Weaver and Sons until his retirement in 1997. Norman was a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus, Redman's Club and the Athletic Club.
Together, Norman and Alice enjoyed snowmobiling and boating on the Mississippi with their small cruiser. He also enjoyed cars and motorcycles, especially in his younger years.
Norman is survived by one brother, Bart (Emerine) Weaver and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice; parents; one brother, Bill and two sisters, Juliette "Dolly" Burmiester and Mary Jane Smallen.
A special thank you to his niece, Barbara Weaver, RN who unceasingly served him lovingly as his advocate and caregiver during his chronic illness.
Funeral Service will be 11 a.m., Friday, May 20, 2016 at Hoff Celebration of Life Center in Goodview with Reverend Monsignor Thomas J. Hargesheimer officiating. Visitation will be 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Norman and Alice will be laid to rest together at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date.