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Norman Koppel Obituary
Norman S. Koppel, 99, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and former Glencoe, Illinois, peacefully passed away on September 26th, 2022.
Norman was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 16, 2022 to Hannah and Max Koppel. He graduated from Austin High School and Roosevelt University in Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.
Norman is survived by his life partner of 38 years Terese Sanchez. Norman is also survived by Delores Koppel, and their children Adrianne Golan, Cheryl (Patrick) O'Rourke, David Koppel, Andrea Farabee and Nicole Koppel. Norman was predeceased by Marion Koppel and their son Robert (Alisa) Koppel. They are survived by their children Richard Koppel and Paula Meltzer. Norman also leaves behind grandchildren Ryan, Megan, Aaron, Jessica, Michael, Trent, Peter, Chase and Wren. He also leaves behind four great grandchildren.
After serving in World War II, Norm became an entrepreneur. His strong work ethic and intelligence led to his founding of several successful businesses, including SEKO Air Freight. With a love of learning, he voraciously read a wide variety of books and various articles from The New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal daily. In his later years, he also grew to deeply appreciate music and art. Norm will be missed by many.
A small, private celebration of life will be held in his honor Saturday November 26th. The family asks any donations be made to Gerard's House in Santa Fe, NM.
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John ficht
October 23, 2023
Sorry to hear about Norm´s passing. I started my first full time job working for him, still remember being interviewed by him when I was 17 at 116 w Hubbard st. It was the beginning of a long career in the business , eventually starting my own company in Los Angeles, opening multiple offices, going public on the New York Stock Exchange and retiring at 46 years old. He had a great sense of humor, was a highly driven individual and instilled that drive in me. Still remember his son Bobby, and Martha who worked for him at the time. God bless
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Jeff
October 20, 2022
sending my condolences to the whole Koppel family at this time of your loss.
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