Norman Lee French

Name: Visitation
Start: 03/16/2020 10:00 AM
End: 03/16/2020 11:00 AM
Location: Callahan & Hughes Funeral Home

September 17, 1929 — March 12, 2020

Norman Lee French, 90, of Terre Haute went to be with the Lord Thursday evening, March 12, 2020 at Harrison's Crossing. He was a Conductor and Brakeman with the Pennsylvania and Conrail Railroads. Norman was born September 17, 1929 in Terre Haute to Clarence W. French and Anna Koster French.

Survivors include his wife of nearly 71 years, Thelma Howell French; his daughter, Vickie French of Terre Haute; nieces and nephews; and close friends. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Clarence L. French; and a sister, Dorothy J. Houpt.

Norman was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean War and attended Forest Park Baptist Church. He was a member of the Retired Railroadmen's Association and enjoyed watching sports of all kinds. Norman especially enjoyed working in his garden, fishing and woodworking. He was a beloved husband and loving father.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Monday, March 16, 2020 in Callahan & Hughes Funeral Home, 605 South 25th Street, with Pastor Jim Gibson officiating. Visitation is scheduled for Sunday from 4:00-7:00 PM and also prior to services on Monday from 10:00-11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. If friends should so desire memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Indiana, 911 E. 86th St., Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Funeral information and tributes may be found at www.callahanandhughes.com.

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Monday, March 16, 2020

10:00 - 11:00 am (Eastern time)

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605 South 25th Street, Terre Haute, IN 47803

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