Norman Harwood sr.

Norman L. Harwood Sr., 76, of Vermilion, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Mercy New Life Hospice following a lengthy illness.

He was born July 15, 1950, in Smithfield, Pennsylvania, and had been a Vermilion resident for the past 40 years after moving from Texas.

Norman honorably served his country as a proud member of the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

He worked as an over-the-road truck driver for CNH Transportation and IPC Trucking in Norwalk, retiring after 33 years of dedicated service.

Norman was a member of St. Mary Catholic Parish in Vermilion, where he worshipped alongside his loving wife, and was a lifetime member of AMVETS Post #22. He enjoyed working with his hands, particularly woodcarving and creating his own designs. He also loved spending time outdoors, whether boating, hunting, or fishing. Above all, Norman was a devoted family man who cherished the time he spent with his loved ones. His family was his greatest joy, and he especially treasured the memories they made together.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Mary Veronica Harwood of Vermilion; sons, Norman Harwood Jr. (Crystal), Christopher (Angela) Haskell, Nicholas (Angel) Haskell, and Michael Harwood; daughter, Lisa Harwood; granddaughters, Maryanna Broome and Abby Broome, whom he and his wife lovingly raised; sister, Jenni Harwood; grandchildren, Carrson, Makayla, Kimber, Madison, Natalie, Connor, Chris, and Cameron; great-grandchildren, Haylen and Hunter; brothers, Paul, Terry, Rickey, Jeffery, Charles, Merle, and Keith Harwood; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul Edward Harwood and Dorothy (Adams) Harwood; daughter, Rheanna Harwood; grandson, Brandon "B" Harwood; nephew, Joseph Prothero; mother-in-law, Dolores Makdisi; father-in-law, Joseph Makdisi; brothers, George and Ronnie Harwood; two infant brothers; and sisters, Daisy Mae Harwood and Barbara Jean Harwood.

Service times will be announced at a later date.

Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, Mason Road, Vermilion, Ohio, where military honors will be conducted in recognition of Norman's service to his country

The family suggests memorial contributions to St Mary Catholic Parish, 731 Exchange Street, Vermilion, OH 44089.

Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.