Norman R. Shores

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord and he delighteth in his way.” Psalm 37:23 Norman Richard Shores of 1664 Crowley Hollow Road, Towanda, passed away at his home on Friday, March 27, 2015. Norman was born the youngest of five children to Walter and Louise Robinson Shores in Sheshequin Township. When Norman was three weeks old, his mother, Louise, passed away. He was brought to the home of his uncle and aunt, Pothier and Mable Shores. In this home, he was raised as a son and called them Mother and Dad. Their daughter, Barbara, was his sister. Norman graduated from Towanda High School in 1949. While in high school, he participated in school plays, choral groups, basketball, and was very active in the FFA. He received the FFA Keystone Farmer degree. Norman excelled at the state level of FFA competition in farm record keeping. Upon graduation, he joined his father, Pothier, on the dairy farm. On July 17, 1954, he married the love of his life, Glenda Mae Capwell at the Wyalusing Presbyterian Church. While still farming, he started buying and selling tractors on a very small scale, one or two at a time. After his father passed away in 1965, a decision was made to sell the dairy and enter the farm equipment business full time with new franchises for David Brown, Ford Tractors, and also Gehl and Lamco farm equipment. Norman loved people and selling, and the business grew rapidly in the 1970’s. Norman won many trips from sales accomplishments that he and Glenda enjoyed. During this time, he also served as tax collector for Sheshequin Township. In 1978, Norman wanted to return to selling just used farm equipment. He discontinued the new franchises and continued in the used market with his son, Mark. In 1997, he decided to retire from the farm equipment business. At age 17, Jesus Christ became Norman’s Savior and Friend. He continued all his life following Jesus and enjoyed leading young people, teaching Sunday School, and serving in leadership positions in the church. He started and ended his day reading God’s Word. Norman always said, “The principles found in God’s Word were his best guidelines for running a business.” He was a member of the Independent Baptist Church, Towanda. In 1980, Norman and his wife purchased property in Wysox that became Shores Short Stop. This venture spurred a love of ice cream that remained with him to the end. Norman had great joy with his large family, and in spite of the large number, he could make each member feel special. He did this with his big smile and ready laugh, mixed with little words of wisdom whispered to them. Norman is survived by his best friend and helper of over 60 years, Glenda, who lovingly cared for him through his 14 year struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. She gave him, and the family, the special gift of Norm being able to enter eternity peacefully from his own home. He is also survived by five sons, Kurtis Shores (Marilyn) of Iowa, Glenn Shores (Patti), Mark Shores (Rebecca), and Scott Shores (Laura) of Towanda and Timm Shores (Linda) of Florida. Twenty- eight grandchildren: Kelly, Holly, Ty, Bethany, Benjamin, Jacob, Delia, Angela, Caleb, Anna, Kendra, Moriah, Richard, Ryan, Rachel, Raya, Renee, Randall, Amber, Autumn, Glenna, Rob, Jenny, Chris, Ashley, Thomas, Nick, and Julie. Twenty- six Great Grandchildren. brother, Lavern (Helen) Shores, sister, Frances Lewis (Ross), half brother, David Shores (Teresa), sisters-in-law, Marge Shores, Betsy Swan, Sue Watson and husband Richard, many nieces and nephews including special nephews Joe Thurston and Jerry Shores who spent their high school years in Norm and Glenda’s home, and special caregiver, Pennie French. Besides his parents, Norman was predeceased by a grandson, Titus Shores, sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Owen Thurston, brothers Llewellyn and Edward Shores and brothers-in-law Sidney Lewis and Dr. Kenneth Swan. Interment will be private at the Hornbrook Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at the Independent Baptist Church, Towanda, on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. with Pastor Donn Hauser officiating. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall after the memorial service. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Independent Baptist Church, 109 Cherry St., Towanda, PA 18848 or to the North Rome Christian School, 3376 North Rome Road, Rome, PA 18837 in Norman R. Shores memory. Memories and condolences may be expressed by visiting www.bowenfuneralhomes.com.

Norman R. Shores

September 30, 1931 - March 27, 2015

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