Norman G. Burnosky Sr.

Norman G. Burnosky, Sr., age 85, of Philadelphia, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Ramey, PA and raised in Philadelphia, Norman graduated from South Philadelphia High School, class of 1958. Following graduation Norman enlisted in the U.S. Army. After completing basic training at Fort Knox, he was transferred into the Army Reserve and assumed the role of Company Clerk in the Medical Unit. He received his Honorable Discharge in March of 1967. Early in his working career, Norm worked as an office manager for Diagraph Bradley, a manufacturer of stencil machines. He eventually founded his own business making custom stencils and repairing stencil machines.

Norman married his wife Elizabeth in 1962 and together they raised 4 children. They were married for 61 years and saw their family grow with 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Norman found great joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed working on his classic cars, playing board games and cards. When he was younger he liked to go hunting with his brothers-in-law and later with his son.

Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth A. (nee Hutchinson). Cherished father of Norman (Justine) Burnosky Jr., Debora (Al) Burnosky–Zulli, the late Barbara Burnosky, and the late Kenny Burnosky. Devoted grandfather of Norman (Michalina) Burnosky III, Matthew (Amanda) Burnosky, Nicolas (Rachel) Burnosky, Margaret (Dave) Newton, Haley Zulli and the late Joey Burnosky. Loving great-grandfather of Harper, Eli, Liliana and Elliot. Dear brother of the late Lenora (the late Herb) Bader, the late Bernard Burnosky and the late Louise (the late Peter) Dankanich.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing and funeral on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 9 – 11 AM at T.J. Fluehr Funeral Home, 3160 Grant Ave (west of Academy). Religious Service 11 AM. Rite of Committal Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

To share a memory of Norman, please visit www.tjfluehr.com

Florists must deliver to the funeral home Monday at 3:00 PM.