TANN, Norm
Born Thursday December 12, 1940. Passed away Tuesday April 21, 2026.
Passed away peacefully on 21st April 2026, aged 85 years.
Respected and loved father of Tracey, Libby, Julie and Leanne. Father-in-law to Darryl and Wayne. Much loved pop to 13 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and 2 on the way.
A life well lived, achieving so much and touching the lives of all who knew him with his strength, generosity and wisdom.
Fly high, Pop.
Funeral notice
A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mr. Norm Tann will be held at the Colac Lake Bowls Club, cnr Moore and Armstrong Streets, Colac on Thursday, April 30, 2026 commencing at 1pm.
For those who are unable to attend, CLICK HERE to view the live-stream.
Tributes
Leave a tributeCondolences to Norms daughters & family. Norm was a great guy. Kind regards. Graeme Mahood
April 27, 2026 3:53 pm
Our deepest condolences to Norm's family. We are so appreciative of all Norm has done for the Colac Area Health Foundation and Colac Area Health. His and Margaret's legacy will live on.
April 27, 2026 10:08 am
Sending my deepest condolences to Norms family.
I first met Norm when A.K. McKenzie Motors moved from the old location in town to the current location on the highway heading west.
Norm would always have time for a chat and stay for morning tea. Some days would leave with fruit cake and snowballs.
The day I’ll never forget was Norm asked me if I would like to go for a ride in his helicopter, that was a special moment.
A Great Man who may be gone but will never be forgotten.
Valerie (Snowballs)April 27, 2026 9:52 am
Our deepest sympathy to all the members of norm tann families 👪 THINKING OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIMES on the passing of norm 😢 🙏 norm been part of Genua brothers since 1980 great friend to all of us his generosity will be sadly missed from everyone a generous man laid to rest fond memories from Vince genua damian Frankie tony and the team at Genua brothers rest in peace 🙏 norm
April 26, 2026 9:53 pm
Our sincere condolences to the Tann families. In his memory, we take this opportunity to recognise and acknowledge Norm’s support for Colac Area Health and his vital influence in the establishment of the Frank Minchinton Centre.
Narelle and GeoffApril 26, 2026 5:42 pm
Long past memories of L.H. College, the Weeaproinah days, and times since. A life well lived in caring and giving and achievement. Always a pleasure to be with. Our condolences to Ron and Cliff and all families.
Greta and Will
April 26, 2026 2:25 pm
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Norm Tann, a valued and respected member of the Colac Aero Club.
Over many years, Norm made a lasting contribution to our aviation community. His passion, energy and friendship along with his ability to tell a great story will be fondly remembered by those of us who had the privilege to fly and spend time with him.
We extend our sincere condolences to all of Norms family and friends. Our thoughts are with you, and we wish you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Colac Aero club
April 26, 2026 12:51 pm
Sincere sympathy to Tracey, Libby, Julie & Leanne.Ron, Cliff & Jean and all your Families,on the passing of Norm. Val Hutchison.
April 26, 2026 10:16 am
To the extended Tann family, our thoughts are with you. Whilst we have moved in different circles of late we particularly value our times up on the ridge both workwise and socially for the many years that we were all Weeaproinah residents
Joe and Merrilyn KnoxApril 25, 2026 9:30 pm
Sympathy to all Norms girls and their families.Got to know Norm more when he turned a empty potato shed into a car dealership as my BOSS DARRYL AND JILL WILLIAMSON
April 25, 2026 3:39 pm
Thinking of you all. Norm was a cracking bloke whose legacy will live on. All my love, Roxie
April 25, 2026 12:03 pm
Sending huge hugs Libby and Family.
💔💔April 24, 2026 8:17 pm
My sincere condolences to Tracey, Libby, Julie and Leanne and their families. We have so many memories of time spent with Norm on the many motorbike trips and later on Norm would take the caravan. Norm enjoyed coming around for tea as he always said he could be himself and wear his moccasins or just socks if he so desired. Our family will miss him terribly as he was very much a part of our family attending the grandchildren’s birthday party’s and other family functions. I will never forget the day he landed his helicopter in our back yard to take my mother for a ride. God bless you Norm, fly high and rest peacefully with Margaret.
Shirley WiddowsApril 24, 2026 7:57 pm
Libby, to you Tracey,Julie & Leanneand all partners and descendents : you were so fortunate to have your Dad as your teacher, especially stating that his family was his greatest asset.You will hear and feel Norm maybe in a gentle breeze that suddenly appears or even a saying from your descendents.You will know
April 24, 2026 3:11 pm
Our love and sympathy go out to Tracey, Libby, Julie,
Leanne and their families.
Our thoughts are also with Ron, Cliff and Jean and their families as you journey this sad path.Gordon holds fun times of adventure with Norm to bring home aircraft over the years, and we also remember time spent away on motorcycle trips many years ago.
You have achieved a great many things over the years Norm, may you now RIP
Jan & Gordon Wilson
April 24, 2026 1:30 pm
Sad to hear of Norm's passing , happy memories of Norm's visits to the executive lunch room at Mc kenzie motors detailing shed where lots of laughs and stories were told and great morning teas were had . a good man now at rest , deepest sympathy to his loving family .Russell and Val..
April 24, 2026 1:02 pm
Our love and thoughts are with you Tracey, Libby, Julie, Leanne and families. Norm, your journey was shorter than we ever imagined but the impact you made will last a lifetime. We will carry you with us in every story, every memory, every quiet moment. Forever my brother and our uncle - Love Ron, Mandy and Noel, Michelle and Gavin, and their families.
April 24, 2026 10:21 am
Very sorry to hear of Norm’s passing.Great memories of times spent with him in the Otway area in days gone by,and in later years being part of his automotive business team.He was always considerate.approachable and friendly company.Sincere condolences to Tracey,Libby,Julie and Leanne and their families.
April 24, 2026 10:17 am
My thoughts are with the family at this very sad time.RIP Mr TANN
April 23, 2026 8:58 pm
Most sincere condolences to the Tann Clan. So proud to have been considered a friend. RIP Grumpy.
April 23, 2026 8:11 pm
The Fenn family wish to send our condolences to you all on the passing of Norm.
There were many hours that our father David would have spent with Norm at the Irrewarra Airfield.Carol & Lionel Clayton, Michael Fenn
April 23, 2026 6:07 pm