Norman Carmean, 80, entered into rest on April 23, 2009 in Manteca. He was born on November 18, 1928 in St. Louis, MO. He was a resident of Tracy for the past 3 years. He joins his wife in heaven Anna Mae Carmean, as well as his 4 sisters.

He is survived by his children Larry Carmean of Loomis, Sherry Wahlig of Union, MO., Trina DeVaughn of Lathrop, and Dennis Carmean of Oroville. His grandchildren are Tammy, Lisa, Stephen, Jacob, Jodi, Traci, and Nichole. He also had 9 special great-grandchildren.

Norman was a machinist for Heublein in Menlo Park for over 30 years. He was a member of Eagles Lodge in Carson City, The Moose Lodge in Tracy and the Elks Lodge in Missouri. Norman enjoyed cooking for many different events with the lodges that he belonged to. He collected cook books and enjoyed trying new recipes on friends and family members. In his younger years enjoyed traveling around the U.S. with his beloved wife Anna. Square dancing and a good western movie were always a treat to Norman. He loved socializing and family get-togethers were very special to him. His kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids were the joy of his life. He will be remembered as a loving devoted husband, father, grandfather and friends. He will be missed.

Mr. Carmean’s services will be held in St. Louis, MO where he will be laid to rest with his beloved wife at Forever Oak Hill Cemetery. To sign his guest book please go to www.plfryandson.com. All services are being directed under P.L. Fry & Son of Manteca.