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Remembering Norman

Remembering Norman

Norman Olsen

1939-2024

Longtime ERA Member Norman Olsen passed away on May 17, 2024. He was beloved by many longtime members. Norman was a life member who initially joined on 12/21/56. He worked tirelessly as a volunteer in ERA headquarters through the 1960s in its substantial subscription in-house operation. May his memory be for a blessing.

For additional insight to Norman’s rich and varied life, his full obituary appears here

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