Stephen B. Norford

Respected and Beloved local Associate Broker/Real Estate Agent, Stephen Norford, 67, passed into his Lord's loving arms Thursday May 13, 2021, one day before his 68th birthday. He leaves behind his loving wife of ten years, Pamela (Wagner-LaBarre) Norford of Dillsburg along with his companion collie, Casey. Steve and Pam enjoyed many wonderful trips to Aruba, Cape May and the Florida Gulf shores plus many nights of dancing to live music and concerts. Steve's mother Betty Norford of Camp Hill. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Harry Norford Sr. in 2009. A son, Corey of Pueblo, Colorado. Three daughters; Melanie (and Shawn) Bernard of Harrisburg, Julie (and Nick) Winters of Etters and Stephanie Norford of York. Steve's two brothers; Harry Norford Jr of Frederick, Maryland and Jeffrey Norford (and Colette) of Mechanicsburg. Two precious grandchildren, Connor and Callie Winters who made his life complete. Along with Pam's daughter, Olivia (and husband, Chris) and their two children Emma and Jordan. He also leaves behind nieces, nephews and cousins both locally and in Virginia. Steve was born in Harrisburg. Graduated from Cedar Cliff High School in 1971, participating in baseball and football. In 1976 Steve graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Business Degree. He received Penn State Alumni Association award for dedicated service and leadership as President 1992-1994, Harrisburg Chapter. In October 1976, he moved to south Florida after hiking a large section of the Appalachian Trail; from Georgia to the New York border. Steve decided to stay with friends Stan Shultz and Dick Robinson in Hollywood. Renting the efficiency connected to Stan's house. Steve got a job as a waterbed and bedroom furniture delivery and installation driver at Waterbed City. He was quickly promoted to the sales associate position and eventually a showroom manager. He became one of the company's top producers. Steve's sales career had begun. Steve loved the ocean and sea life and became an accomplished scuba diver. Days off would find him diving local palm beach reefs and weekends in the Florida Keys. He made two diving trips to the Cayman Islands and one to the Virgin Islands. But the mountains of Pennsylvania kept calling him and in 1984 he moved back to Virginia and eventually to Pennsylvania. Upon returning to Pennsylvania he started tending bar at Pete's Café in New Cumberland, working part time for two years while starting to build his career in real estate. Steve began with Century 21 Realty Services in Camp Hill in 1985, leaving in 1987 to join ReMax of Camp Hill for 19 years concluding in 2006. In 1998, Steve was awarded ReMax Hall of Fame plus awarded for Outstanding Performance and Achievement in the ReMax Organization. In 1992, a group of Steve's friends joined him in hiking the Appalachian Trail which they continued to do one weekend in October for many years. Steve had a special group of life-long friends who named themselves "the Groundhogs". Gathering together to celebrate Groundhogs Day every February 2nd for many years. Friends since high school, some since elementary school. These guys loved each other and supported each other. They hiked together, partied, danced, laughed like crazy with joke telling and having the best of times. They also saw each other most every summer Sunday at "Club Gil's" for swimming, horseshoes and cards. Friendships like these are never forgotten. In June 2007, Steve joined ReMax 1st Advantage of Mechanicsburg working along side his lifetime friends Gene and Tim Costello. Steve was recognized in 2011 for 25 years Realtor Member by Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors. 2014 brought Steve a ReMax Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2017, a special Perseverance Award was presented to him by Thompson Wood Real Estate and ReMax 1st Advantage because Steve continued to work through severe illness and chemo treatments. He loved his work, helping his clients find their dream home. Steve joined West Shore Baptist Church in January 2011. He served on the Board of Trustees 2012-2019 and Chairperson from 2014 onward. Receiving the Lamb Award in recognition of faithful and dedicated leadership of WSBC. Steve was an avid fan of Orioles Baseball team and the Ravens Football team. We thank Kindred Hospice of Camp Hill for their professionalism and compassion in taking care of Steve. We also thank West Shore Baptist Church for all the continued prayers and meals provided to the Norford family during Steve's illness. Memorial Service is Friday, May 21st, 10 o'clock am at West Shore Baptist Church (21st & Market Street, Camp Hill) with burial to follow at Rolling Green Cemetery, 1811 Carlisle Road, Camp Hill.

Stephen B. Norford

May 14, 1953 - May 13, 2021