Biography: Norman N. Wantz, 97, of Littlestown, died Sunday, April 18, 2021, at his home.  Born Aug 18, 1923 in Taneytown, Norman was the son of the late Noah & Ruth (Bowers) Wantz.  He served in the U.S. Army/ Air Force during WWII. He was retired from Hanover Shoe in 1985 after 35+ years of employment and then worked for 9 years at Codorus State Park.

Surviving are his three sons:  Gary Wantz of Hagerstown, Harold Wantz of Gettysburg, Steven Wantz of Littlestown; his daughter, Sherri Rittgers of Tulsa, OK; his 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; his brothers:  Joseph Wantz of Westminster; Wayne Wantz of Littlestown; Roger Wantz of Mechanicsburg; his two sisters, Alice Fritz of Gettysurg and Nancy Miller of Hanover. Norman was predeceased by his sisters: Catherine Wantz, Viola Wantz, Pauline Utz and his two brothers, Roy and Glen Wantz.  He was a member of Bethel Assembly of God, Littlestown.  Norman loved crabbing, gardening, cutting wood and spending time with his friends and family.

Funeral Service is Thursday, April 22, at 11 A.M. at Little's Funeral Home with The Rev. Richard Ritenour officiating.   Viewing is one hour before service on Thursday at the funeral home. COVID-19 restrictions will be observed with masks being worn and social distancing.  Interment will be in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Uniontown, MD.  Memorials in Norman's name may be sent to his church @ 1125 Frederick Pike, Littlestown, PA  17340. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com.