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Passing of Norm Kling

Post by erkbrn » Mon Feb 16, 2026 4:49 pm

The San Diego T club regrets to inform you all that long-time core member and Model T wizard, Norm Kling, has passed as of a few weeks ago...days before his 90th birthday.

He was generous with his time and knowledge to me personally and lent me a hand with my Ts more than a few times. Many others in our club would say the same. He was also incredibly active on the forum, posting with helpful insight almost 4700 times since the new forum started in 2019 (and probably just as much on the old forum). He was helping others right up until the end.

He was a great Model T'er and an even better friend. He will be missed on our tours and at our club meetings. He is survived by his wife of over 65 years, Dolores, who is in our thoughts.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by Wayne Sheldon » Mon Feb 16, 2026 4:56 pm

I am so very sad to see this. He was without a doubt one of the finest model T forum friends ever.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by mortier » Mon Feb 16, 2026 5:23 pm

Never met Norm, but he was such a frequent contributor to our forum that I felt I had! He and the others who donate their time and knowledge to us are valued. Adiós, Norm Kling.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by South Park Zephyr » Mon Feb 16, 2026 5:34 pm

I am sorry to hear this.
I was fortunate to have met him when I attended the Trails Less Traveled Tour.
My condolences to his family, I will miss his presence here on the forum

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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by jiminbartow » Mon Feb 16, 2026 6:52 pm

A great loss to us all. RIP Norm.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by ThreePedalTapDancer » Mon Feb 16, 2026 7:57 pm

Godspeed Norm, thank you for all your contributions to the hobby. Another great one gone.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by Henry K. Lee » Mon Feb 16, 2026 7:59 pm

Thank You Eric for posting....., What a Great Human Being! So sorry to hear this.

God Speed Norm!
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by Rich P. Bingham » Mon Feb 16, 2026 8:07 pm

Norm belonged to a special generation among Model T enthusiasts. He regularly shared his knowledge and experience on these boards, to the great benefit of all of us. He will be missed.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by KeithG » Mon Feb 16, 2026 10:34 pm

I met Norm and his Wife once at a Kanab Tour. He was always helpful and will be missed. Condolences to his family.

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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by George House » Tue Feb 17, 2026 6:12 am

I’m also very saddened to hear of Norm’s passing away. I’ve very much enjoyed reading his well considered writings on this Forum. Thank you Norm 🙏
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by perry kete » Tue Feb 17, 2026 9:41 am

My condolences to the Kling family. I too enjoyed Norm's postings on the forum and the information he shared with us.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by Mark Gregush » Tue Feb 17, 2026 1:00 pm

Also from me, condolences to the Kling family! Sad to see this post. Never met him but have read and replied to many of his postings.
I know the voices aren't real but damn they have some good ideas! :shock:

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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by Steve Jelf » Tue Feb 17, 2026 4:00 pm

From his youth in Glendale to his non-youth in San Diego County (Alpine?) Norm was always a good source of sensible information. He knew his stuff, and got the information across with no drama. The example he set on the forum is a good one to follow.
The inevitable often happens.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by RajoRacer » Tue Feb 17, 2026 4:28 pm

Amen to that, Steve ! I had the pleasure of meeting & touring with Norm - truly a gentleman.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by Herb Iffrig » Tue Feb 17, 2026 5:08 pm

On two occasions while visiting my son and his family I visited Norm at his house. Southern California is different than Missouri and going to the small town of Alpine was a treat. We had never met before, but I was welcomed as if we had been old friends
He always had an interesting story or two to tell. He was also a gracious host. We went for a ride in his Model T and had lunch.
We were hanging out with another Model T guy.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by NoelChico » Tue Feb 17, 2026 10:40 pm

Norm and Dolores were kind and gracious enough to offer the back seat of their touring to Teresa and I on the San Diego tour 2 years ago. I had read his posts for years and was honored to meet him and his wonderful wife. We were their guests for 2 days of touring and witnessed his love for the region and saw how to drive a model T like a T is supposed to be driven. He will be much missed by those who stay behind. May God welcome him with widespread arms.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by BobD » Wed Feb 18, 2026 11:49 am

Sad to learn of Norman Klings passing. Always enjoyed and looked forward to reading his postings. Always gave good Model T advice and assistance. (Even Model A.) I especially liked his youth reminisces recalling the days when an occasional Model T and even horse drawn vehicles were seen on the streets of L.A. What a great guy. He will be missed in the antique auto community. RIP Norm.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by KirkieP » Thu Feb 19, 2026 12:02 am

RIP Norm. Thanks for sharing pictures with me of places from my dad's young adult life around Glendale. And it was nice visiting with you on tours.
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Re: Passing of Norm Kling

Post by Jay In Northern Ca. » Thu Feb 19, 2026 8:52 pm

Sorry to hear of Norm's passing. I always enjoyed his participation here on the forum.
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