Norm Therien, of Stock Room fame, wanted us to know that his dad passed away.
"he could be found attending numerous athletic events at Deerfield Academy, where he would encourage the student athletes in their endeavors in the absence of their parents and family. As a result, he was affectionately known to many of the student athletes as “Pops”. "
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