Early on Monday, April 22, 2024 at University Hospital, London. Cherished by many, Norman was a family man and businessman, a dedicated volunteer and raconteur of shaggy dog stories. He was 76 years old. Born in Winnipeg to Jean (nee Kendall) and Gordon Eligh, Norman grew up in Ottawa and Edmonton. In Edmonton, he married Linda and launched a family and a 35-year career with Sears Canada that eventually took him to Toronto headquarters. Customer service was Norman's North Star, leading him to store management roles in Guelph, Kitchener, St. Thomas and London. He enthusiastically represented the company at countless high school productions for the Sears Drama Festival. Following retirement, Norman owned and operated a London UPS Store. Norman volunteered his time and leadership, serving as Commodore of the Guelph Lake Sailing Club, and President of the Royal City Kiwanis Club, Scouts Canada Wellington District and Probus Club of London. As an adaptive downhill ski instructor, Norman shared his love of the sport with skiers with disabilities, first with Waterloo Region Track 3, and then as President of the London Track 3 School. Norman championed his family, supporting all of Linda's endeavours and attending dance recitals, school concerts and soccer games. He took every opportunity to tell his children he was proud of them. As a grandfather, he delighted in finding gadgets and magic tricks to dazzle the little ones. He was a skilled handyman, dog lover and blues fan, and a top-tier pancake maker. He was happiest holding hands with Linda, basking in the sun poolside or on the dock at Whiskey Island, surrounded by family. He leaves Linda (nee Donnelly), loving wife of 56 years, daughters Blake (Jeff Phillips) and Meredith (Kevin Sexton), son Ryan (Amy), and grandchildren Tulia, Grace, Rowan, Ireland, Finnley and Juno. Lovingly remembered by siblings Peter (Connie), Gregg (Angele) and Jane Eligh-Feryn, brother-in-law Dave Elliott, and family and dear friends across Canada and around the globe. Predeceased by his parents and extended family, Pat Feryn, Jean Elliott, Jim and Doreen Donnelly, Tom and Geraldine Donnelly, and Helen and Elburne Donnelly. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, May 3, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., Westview Funeral Chapel,709 Wonderland Road North, London, and by livestream link. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to London Track 3 Ski School, Scouts Canada or Almost Home. For further details, please visit www.westviewfuneralchapel.com.