"To Greg and family, I am so sad to see this and I am thinking and praying for you. Nancy M"
In loving memory of
Norman E. Pollitt
April 16, 1939 - August 9, 2021
Norman E. Pollitt
Canton - Norman E. Pollitt, 82, of Canton, passed away at 5:52 am on Monday, August 9, 2021 at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Peoria. He was born April 16, 1939 to Guy M. and Ruth (Carson) Pollitt in Liverpool Township and has lived his entire life in Fulton County. He attended county area schools and graduated from Lewistown High School in 1957.
He worked on a farm for a few years for his uncle. On March 23, 1961, he married Adelia Bishop. On July 6, 1962 Greg was born and on July 6, 1963 Leslie was born. Adelia preceded him in death in 1971.In the fall of 1963 he started a "Mechanical Training" class at Canton High School. In 1964 he began working for Canton Motors Sales and worked for the dealership for 37 years.
On June 14, 1974 he married Elizabeth Hamilton, making us a family of seven: Gregory Lynn (Barbara) Pollitt of Canton ; Leslie Jean (Michael) Hudoc of Geneva; Tamrah Sue (Randy) Weaver of Canton; Bambi Lennae (Timothy) Bandle of Ashland, TN; and Rhonda Denise (Kendall) Rampy of Vidor, TX. Grandchildren: Crystal (Jeromie) Hale; Sky (David) Koehler; Jennifer (Bill) Logue; and Erin (Michael) Spicer and 7 great grandchildren, Addison, Amelia, Ava, Micha, Travis, Matt and Samantha. He is survived by brothers Lloyd Pollitt and Harry Pollitt, as well a sister Joyce Dresher. Norman was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
Norm was involved with the Prison Ministry for 30 years , worked building Homes for Habitat for Humanity with President Jimmy Carter, went on mission trips, served in many capacities at First Christian Church and loved by many.
Memorial contributions may be made to "LaMoine Christian Service Camp" at Tennessee, Illinois or "Habitat for Humanity of Fulton County".
Visitation will be from 12-2, Saturday, August 14, 2021 with the funeral at 2:00 p.m. at First Christian Church. Burial will be in Maryville Cemetery in Bryant. Masks will be required inside the church. Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton are in charge of arrangements. To view Norm's DVD or to make online condolences please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Sorry to hear about Norman's passing. It saddens us to hear of the death of a fellow classmate.Norman was a good person. He certainly must have a led a busy life with his family and his work. Our sympathies to all his family. Norma (Southwood) & Shelby Lightle. (Class of 1957)"
"Thinking and praying for you all....Mike and Kathy Luker"
"Our very deepest sympathy to the Pollitt family in the passing of Norman. Lorenda Alvin Spilker"
"To the family members that remember me, sorry about your loss. A good friend and a good man. John J. Brown"
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family, May the God who binds up the broken hearted and comforts all who mourn sustain and surround you until you meet again. Psalms 147:3"
"My condolences to Norm's family. Our world is a better place for those of us who knew him."
"Very sorry to hear of Norm?s passing. I worked with him at the GM dealership and he was a very kind and thoughtful man. Sorry for your loss??"
"So sorry to hear of Norms passing... I knew him through Greg and we did some Mission Trips together.. RIP my friend..."
"All I can say is he was a good man and enjoyed knowing him for many years."
"Uncle Norm was?.such a Wonderful Man. My heart hurts missing you already . Blessed to have wonderful advice and adventures to carry us thru until we meet again. ??"
"I have not seen Norm for several years, but I have not forgotten him. He was such a genuine, humble man. Him and Liz were my very first donors for my Africa missions, back when it was just a dream of mine. I cannot even imagine the beauty of the crown awaiting him."
"Norm, was a good Christian man who I worked with for 15 years at Coleman Pontiac, Buick, GMC and Jeep. He always gave his best effort and will be missed as one of the good ol'e boys. One night on the way to a Pontiac meeting he told me something about corn and how it turns down at harvest time and I turned that into a Sunday School Lesson. We had a lot of good talks on the highway. Peace be with you ol'e friend. "
"Sorry to hear about Norm?s passing. He was a real gentleman and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Condolences to all family members."
"Our very deepest sympathy to Norman's family. Norman's brother Harry and I were in school together & graduated in 1966 LCHS. Norman had a wonderful life and his memories will live on through his family,friends and many more through out the coming years. God Bless Everyone. Lorenda & Alvin Spilker."
"So sorry to hear of Norm?s passing. Thoughts and prayers to you Liz, Greg, and all of the family. Heaven has gained an angel as we here on Earth have lost a faithful man of God. Hope he, Jay Curry, and my dad have all met up at their predetermined meeting place (the West gates of Heaven ?). We can all learn from Norm?s exemplary lifestyle. Janet Krulac "
"Bambi and Leslie, So very sorry for your loss. Blessings to your family and to his friends. Sincerely, Deb Kuchan"
"I met Norm through my Husband who worked with him...What a Man..Always a Smile on his face. Loved talking and hearing the stories he always had to tell..He will be missed. Ken and Alice Herrick"
"Norm has been a friend to our family and was a neighbor on Shelby Rd for many years. He was a good man and we will miss him dearly. Andy Tucker, Roland & Angela Walker"
"Norman and his family were neighbors of ours for years while we grew up. My brother & I rode the school bus with him & his siblings. He was such a nice man. Sure he will be missed. Bill & Carolyn Hummel Jensen"
"God Bless you Norman. You were truly aman of God. You served this ole world with a Godley heart an way. RIP"
"So sorry to hear this Liz and family. He seemed like a wonderful person. My thoughts are with all of you. Diane Carrier"
"Heaven received another angel Monday morning. Norm was truly a Man of Faith and he lived that faith. Will miss his humor at Happy Timers and just talking to him. David & Bea Meeker "