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Don Van Normand
January 16, 1946 ~ May 25, 2017 (age 71) 71 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Paul Walther
June 8, 2017 4:33 PM
Don and I met in the Emperor's Band in 1963 from there we played together in The Corvettes and were very close friends and would ride to the band jobs together. I Introduced him to his wife Linda Duckworth and we had many good times together. Don was not only one of New Orleans great guitar players but also a very funny guy and a very caring person. Thou we lost contact in later years I consider Don to be one of my best friends and was a big influence in my life.he taught me so much and I love him for that. I send his family my sympathy and love and Don I will miss you and think of you always my Brother.
Message from Lakeyia McGhie
June 8, 2017 6:44 AM
Hi Don, I'm going to miss you so much. You were like a father to a lot of us that came in, you also was a comedian when we needed a good laugh. I love you and will miss you so much. God bless you and your family. Lakeyia McGhie
Message from Sylvia McGuire
June 8, 2017 2:40 AM
I pray for peace for you, Danielle and your family I was very shocked when I found out your dad was so sick I was blessed to be able to spend. A lot of time with him before his death. He made me laugh and smile and always looked on the bright side. He was a person. You wanted to be around because he made you laugh. he's gonna be missed. A lot may he rest in peace.
Message from Fred Moldoff
June 7, 2017 9:22 PM
Don was a great and funny man. I and I know many others enjoyed working with him for many years. We always tormented each other but knew it was all in fun to make the day go faster.
I only heard him play once and could not believe it was him playing as I did not know he played the guitar. He did not see me but I saw him and told him later on about what I saw. He wished he had seen me so that he could really show me what he was made of.
Don you are a special man and will be missed by many. I know that you are not stopping but taking a brief break before going on stage to perform like the rock star that you are. Prayers be with you.
Fred Moldoff
I only heard him play once and could not believe it was him playing as I did not know he played the guitar. He did not see me but I saw him and told him later on about what I saw. He wished he had seen me so that he could really show me what he was made of.
Don you are a special man and will be missed by many. I know that you are not stopping but taking a brief break before going on stage to perform like the rock star that you are. Prayers be with you.
Fred Moldoff
Message from Facebook
June 7, 2017 2:43 PM
I will miss you Don. I olny knew you a few short years, but from what I knew you was one great guy. I will miss you. R.I.P.
Message from David Karlak Shuttle Bus Driver at New Orleans International Airport
June 6, 2017 8:00 PM
Don was a frequent passenger on my shuttle bus and over time we became good friends, sharing many laughs and funny stories . He had great a sense of humor, was witty and just a down to earth good guy. . I will sadly miss his wit, his smile and charm.and feel to have been blessed to have known him. My sincere condolences to his family. R I P Don
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Message from Barbara and Marion Ballas
June 6, 2017 2:57 PM
Danielle,
Barbara and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We offer our deepest sympathy. May the Lord give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our condolences.
Barbara and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We offer our deepest sympathy. May the Lord give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our condolences.
Message from Brian okeefe and April
June 6, 2017 2:35 PM
Our deepest condolences are with the family during this time. I worked with Don for the past few years at the airport, he was always nice and fun to be around we will all miss him very much.
Message from Steve Bacharach
June 6, 2017 9:50 AM
My wife and I offer our deepest sympathy for your family. Although we lost track of each other through the years, we were best buds when we were young. He was a great guy (and what a player!)
Message from Your #1 girl
June 5, 2017 7:23 PM
I love and miss you sooo much, dad!!!
A candle was lit by Danielle Stevens
on June 5, 2017 7:21 PM
A candle was lit by Bambi Bryant
on May 31, 2017 5:42 PM
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