Norman H. Tadlock, Jr.
Posted By Jessica Twiford On November 16, 2021 @ 1:15 pm In Elizabeth City,Obituaries,Outer Banks | 14 Comments
Norman H Tadlock, Jr, 73, of Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, passed away peacefully of natural causes on November 12, 2021.
Norman was born on November 4, 1948 to Norman H Tadlock, Sr. and Emma Turner Tadlock in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. After graduating from Camden County High School in 1967, he attended Chowan College where he played football until he was drafted to the U.S. Army and served as a combat medic in Vietnam. He spent two years in the military and then went on to obtain a degree in Business at East Carolina University.
In 1977, Norman wed Lynn Sawyer of Barco, NC and they moved to Great Falls, VA where they went on to have one daughter, Jessica Erin Tadlock (Beasley.) Norman worked for the Carderock Division of the Naval Surface Warfare Center in Bethesda, MD and retired from the Federal Government. After retiring, he moved to the Outer Banks of North Carolina to spend his time with family and friends.
Norman was an advocate for accessibility for people with mental and physical disabilities. He was passionate about music and enjoyed singing, writing songs, and playing the harmonica. He could be found at home with close friends playing music each Friday up until his final days. Norman was a proud loving father and grandfather.
Norman was predeceased by his parents, Norman Sr. and Emma Tadlock. He is survived by his daughter, Jessica Tadlock Beasley (Mike) and grandchildren, Aubrey and Aaron Beasley, Fairfax, VA; brothers, Robert Tadlock, Elizabeth City, NC; Keith Tadlock (Dianne) of Roxboro, NC; sister, Brenda Wilson (James) of Roxboro, NC; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at 2:00 pm at the Camden United Methodist Church, 197 North Carolina Hwy. 343 South, Camden, NC 27921. Reception to follow at the home of David Seymour.
The family suggests that memorials may be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
Twiford Funeral Homes, Outer Banks is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.
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We cannot imagine being without Norman and our wonderful weekly visits! We will make him greatly. We are honored to be his friends and he was such a huge inspiration in our life, our prayers and thoughts are with his family and many friends❤️
Robert, Keith & Brenda,
Words are difficult for me to find at this moment, so I’ll just let you know I’m thinking about you & extended family at this time. So very sorry, Please accept our most sincere condolences from the entire Upton family. I’m sure Norman is enjoying a fresh tomato sandwich up there right now, as my mom would say……..
I am sorry for your loss, you have my deepest condolences. Norman was an easy going, friendly, great guy, he was in charge of the apprenticeship programs at both the Annapolis & Carderock Labs, he was personable , dedicated in supporting the trades. He will be missed by all that ever met they insatiately him considered a friend
My condolences to the Family. Praying for your Family comfort.
Robert and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time.
We are so sorry to hear of Norman’s passing but know that he is at peace for the great Man and Hero to all of us. We attended school with him in our growing up years in Camden . He was one of the kindest of us all. What a great Hero to have known! Thank you Norman for the honor you were to all of us, You will be loved and missed for a long time!
free at last my friend, soar in the heavens… i’ll catch up with you later.
What a touching tribute to Norman . He always had a smile for everyone .. My thoughts and prayers to all of his family ..
Robert, Keith & Brenda –
We are so sadden to hear of Norman’s passing. The video slides are a true tribute to his love & dedication to his family and friends. Everyday something I see, hear or remember reminds me of the blessing and honor it was to have grown-up in Camden. The best of those blessings were the people, and Norman was a true Camden Hero. Please accept our prayers during this time!
Robert, so sorry for your loss. Sincerest sympathy!
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Norman’s friends and family. He was truly one in a million. He was so funny, so kind and truly just so genuine with the gift of gab and a tell it like it is attitude. I love that those qualities are also very much so, a part of Jessie. <3
To the entire Tadlock Family, my deepest sympathies with the peaceful passing of Mr. Tadlock. Thinking of y’all and sending healing prayers and positive energy! Sincerely, Nikki Mitchell
What a great guy..he had a good life with his many friends that held him close. I’m very sorry for your loss
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I am so sorry for your loss
Lifting the family in prayer.