ADAMS, Mass. —  Norman Walter Kleiner Sr, 78 of Adams, MA died Thursday February 24, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born in Adams, MA on October 16, 1943, a son of Walter and Elsie (Geisler) Kleiner. He attended Adams schools.

Norman was a veteran of the US Army and served in the Mass National Guard where he was a tank commander.

He was first employed by Wall-Streeter Shoe Co. and then worked at General Electric for 20 years. He then owned and operated Norm's Gun Shop for several years and was last employed by Air-Tite Holders. Following his retirement, he devoted his time to caring for his wife, Carol.

Norman was a member of Berkshire Hills 7th Day Adventist Church. He was a Deputy Sheriff in Berkshire County and a member of the Blue Knights. Norm was a licensed gun smith and a proud member of the NRA. He enjoyed collecting guns, bowling, snow-mobiling and riding his motorcycle.

His wife was Carol Mildred (Goddard) Kleiner who died on October 29, 2020. They were married on May 23, 1964. Survivors include one daughter- Laurie J. (Steven) Sobon of Cheshire; and one son- Norman W. "Chip" Kleiner Jr. of Adams and five grandchildren- Cory (Rebecca) Sobon; Nathan (Amanda) Sobon; Kyle, Brooke and Ava Kleiner. He also leaves one sister- Gladys Montgomery of Cheshire; one brother- Kenneth Kleiner of Fremont, NH and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one sister and one brother- Betty Lou Pyra and Donald Kleiner.

FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral for Norman Kleiner will be Friday March 4, 2022 at 3:00 PM at Berkshire Hills 7th Day Adventist Church in Lanesboro. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Western and Central Mass. in care of FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.