Obituary of Norman Bridwell

Norman Bridwell

Norman Ray Bridwell (born February 15, 1928 in Kokomo, Indiana) was an author and cartoonist who was mostly known for the book series, “Clifford the Big Red Dog.” Norman died on December 12, 2014 and his death was because of prostate cancer. He died at age 86.

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Norman Bridwell Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Bridwell, Norman
Common Name: Norman Bridwell
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Kokomo, Indiana, United States
Birth Date: February 15, 1928
Age: 86 (at death)
Also Known As: Norm
Occupations:
- Author
- Cartoonist

Religion: Unitarian Universalist
Net Worth: $85 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Campbell's Tomato Soup
Favorite Color: Burgandy
Favorite Scent: Tom Ford Noir Extreme
Favorite Actor: Elizabeth Taylor

Norman's Family Tree

Birth Name: Norman Ray Bridwell
Father: Vern Bridwell
Mother: Leona Bridwell
Brother(s):

Robert V. Bridwell

Spouse/Partner:

Norma Bridwell (married 1958-2014, his death)

Son(s):

Tim Bridwell

Daughter(s):

Emily Elizabeth Bridwell Merz

Death Notice:

Date: December 12 2014 at age 86
Place: Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, United States
Cause of Death: Prostate Cancer
Funeral Arrangements: Held at the Federated Church on South Summer street in Edgartown
Interment: Cremated and his ashes were given to his son

Category Tags:

Author Cartoonist American Born on February 15th Born in 1928 Born in Indiana Died in 2014 Died at age 86 Died from Prostate Cancer

Norman's Notable Roles:

Clifford the Big Red Dog

Quotable Quotes:

"You had better get started reading because there are over 126 million copies of my books in print in 13 languages."

"Norman Bridwell lived a life filled with imagination and creativity, leaving behind a beloved legacy through his stories that will continue to inspire generations to come. (V)"

"Norman Bridwell, known as the creator of the beloved children's book character Clifford the Big Red Dog, had a successful professional life as an author and illustrator. Sadly, he passed away at the age of 86. (V)"

Is Mr. Norman Bridwell still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.