John M. Norman

John M. Norman, age 84, of Dyer, IN, went home to his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Beloved husband of Dorothy “Dottie” L. Norman, nee Doss. Loving father of Jan (Milo) Gonzalez, Joy Davies, Julie (Brian) Sylvester, and John “JD” (Bethany) Norman. Cherished Opa of Hannah and Alaina Gonzalez, Faith Davies, Kayla (Ambrose) Resa and Joshua Sylvester, Nathaniel and Naomi Norman. Dear brother of the late Joanne Norman, late Marion (late Herman) Boer, late Doris (late Robert) Melling, and the late Rudolph (Dorie) Norman. Like a father to Glenn (Cheryl) Norman and Gerald (Mindy) Norman and favorite uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Rudolph and Josephine Norman.

John was the owner of Norman Electric for over 35 years. He greatly loved the Lord and his family. He served many roles in the church including as a Sunday School teacher, Elder, and Deacon. He was a member of the Illiana Oratorio Society and sang in the Messiah for many years. John was involved with Prison Ministry through C.P.O. He was a huge Bears and Cubs fan and celebrated the Cubs 2016 World Series victory. John thoroughly enjoyed his fishing trips to Canada with family and friends.

Visitation Monday, December 15, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4:30 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Following the funeral service there will be an additional time of visitation and fellowship with the family. Memorial contributions may be given to Illiana Christian High School (www.illianachristian.org). For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com