Norman Coopersmith, 93, of Newtown, beloved husband
of the late Beverly (Levine) Coopersmith, passed away peacefully at
Masonicare of Newtown, on Saturday, November 21, 2015.
Norman was born in Brooklyn, NY, son of the late Abe and Fanny
Coopersmith. He attended schools in Brooklyn and had worked as an
Auto Service Manager for the former Merit Lincoln-Mercury Automotive
Company.
He served in the Army during WWII and was a longtime member of the
Odd Fellows Lodge.
He was also predeceased by his son Victor Coopersmith and sisters
Ruth Coopersmith and Sophie Trenchard.
A graveside service will be held at section 17 of Wooster Cemetery,
Danbury, on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. There will be no calling hours.
Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St., Danbury, is in charge of
arrangements. |
Norman Coopersmith enlisted in the Army at New
York City, NY on 13 November 1940. On 1
March 1945, Sgt Coppersmith was transferred from the 11th
Reinforcement Depot to Company H, 508th PIR.
SSgt Coopersmith's military decorations include
the Good Conduct Medal. |
