John A (Jack) Norden was born on Christmas Eve 1938 to Kay and Arthur Norden. He grew up as the typical military brat moving from place to place prior to attending the University of Connecticut. Jack was enrolled in the Air Force ROTC program at UConn and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant upon graduating. During his career, Jack served two tours in Southeast Asia. He was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses along with 22 Air Medals. Jack and the family moved approximately 12-13 times (we kind of lost count…). As his boys were growing up, Jack enjoyed coaching youth basketball, coaching Babe Ruth baseball and hiking along the Appalachian Trail.
He retired as a Lt Col at Eglin AFB in 1982 after 22 years of service to his country. Later in 1982, Jack began a second career with Logicon and that career lasted another 20 years. Jack and Carol were married in 1985 and enjoyed each other’s company until Jack’s passing.
Jack is survived by his wife Carol, sons Jack (Pam), Eric (Leslie), Pete (Bernadette) and Neil (Shannon). Carol’s kids Sam (Carol), Wendy and Joe. Jack also left a total of 13 Grandchildren and 2 Great-grandchildren. Jack also has one surviving sister, Kathy of Charlottesville Va.
Jack’s final resting place will be at Sarasota National cemetery with the final date and time of the memorial yet to be determined.
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