Norman Howard Stier

A graduate of Louisville Male High School, he enlisted in the Army Air Force in 1945, and served at a number of Air Bases in Newfoundland where he met his future wife. After his release from Active Duty, he returned to Louisville, where he worked for the L&N R.R.Co., rising to the position of Vice-President and Comptroller before the L&N was acquired by the CSX R.R., and he was transferred to Jacksonville, FL prior to retiring. During his tenure with the L&N, he graduated from the University of Louisville in 1963; played saxophone in a local "Big Band Era" orchestra; and served in various positions with the Jefferson Co. Recreation Dept.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Anastasia H. Stier; children, Norman H. Stier, Jr. (Pamela), Patricia A. Smith (“Mike”), Donna M. Richardson (Drew), Gary T. Stier (Yelena), and William J. Stier; brother, Donald J. Stier (Yvonne); 13 grandchildren; along with numerous great grandchildren and in-laws in the US and Canada.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17th in Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, September 18th in San Jose Catholic Church, 3619 Toledo Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32217 with Father Thomas Moore as Celebrant, followed by interment at 2:00 p.m. in Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32218.

Memorial contributions in Norman’s name may be made to San Jose Catholic Church Building Fund.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025.