Norman E. Thiel, of Morton Grove, beloved father of Michael and Randy Thiel and Patti Kratzert; loving grandfather of Linda and Maxine; devoted great grandfather of Bradley; former husband of Audrey; fond brother of Dorothy Chester and Eleanore Kline. Visitation at Simkins Funeral home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL Saturday May 9th from 2 p.m. until time of service at 5 p.m. Cremation private. Proud Army veteran of Korean War.