Norman HYLAND Obituary

I wanted to share a couple of memories of mine with your family Norm. I first met you when I was little girl with my Dad (Graham Whitburn). You graciously let my Dad keep his horse Gidget on your land in Settlement Road. Many children enjoyed a ride on Gidget back then. In you return you only asked that he maintain the upkeep of the paddock and it only required a handshake.
You were the first to share your story of how you came to reside at Summerset Village and make Dad feel welcome on his first Happy Hour on Friday night 5 years ago. The first to check in with him when Dad returned from hospital. I´ll always remember the birthday card you brought up to Dad, handwritten by you with pretty horse stickers all over it
I miss our little chats from whenever I saw you tending to your beautifully cared for plants and flowers
A beautiful caring soul who had a lot more joy to spread.
So sad that I was unable to attend your farewell. To Adele and families so sorry for your loss. May your memories keep you strong and bring you joy as time goes on.
Sheryl and Graham

So sorry to hear about your loss. I was one of Normans weekend support workers.

Loving memories of Uncle Norm a kind and caring man. Will always remember him when papering a cake tin as he supplied his sister Lorraine with the big end of rolls. I watched your farewell from Australia today it was the most beautiful and amazing tribute to your life I new you were great but to hear so many speak so highly of you was beyond amazing you truly were King of the Road. You would have been so proud of your family Uncle Norm they gave you a perfect send off. Rest In Love and peace be with you

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Norm A wonderful stalwart of papakura rugby club A friend to all members sincerely Ally and Helen Cunningham so sorry we were unable to attend his service

Norm was my sister-in law's brother and a good friend. I am so sorry that he has passed away. He will be sadly missed by all at Summerset .RIP Norm.

Sorry to hear of your passing Norm. A long time neighbour of Ian´s family and a long time friend of the late Jim Evans. I will always remember you from our days of jet boating with the late Arnold Gallagher as all of us kids grew up, having family ski gatherings at Maraetai etc Condolences to you all.

One of life's genuine caring Gentlemen.I loved receiving Flowers, Onions and Chocolates etc over our time in Summerset. He was a great support person for me during a tough time in my life. Was an honor to spend time with him on his last day. He has left behind a beautiful Family of which he was so proud.

I was saddened to hear of Norms passing. We had kept in touch, since we had shifted from Papakura.Norm put his heart and soul into everything he did, from his job,at Wiljef and his role as Club Captain and later,as Patron at PRFC.The Club owes him a huge debt,with his contribution to building our present Clubrooms,where he put in countless hours. I will miss his regular updates of the happenings of the Club and stories of how he was going with the Rugby picks or the Christmas raffle.He will be sorely missed by all.I am gutted I cannot be at the funeral,as I am presently unable to drive, but rest assured I will thinking of you all on this sad occasion

Dear Norm
Love you so much - I'm so grateful to you for being part of my life. I will miss you my friend. xx

I have very fond memories of Norm as a wee girl, he'd always spoil Emma and I with all the Crayola goodies from his work.
Much love and you are all very much in my thoughts.

HYLAND, Norman Max (Norm). Papakura Rugby Old Boys - 'Panters' would like to say farewell to the lose of one of our maim men - Norm aged 83 who passed away after a brief battle with cancer on 13 May 2025. A Legend in the club having had all possible Admin Roles, Club Captain and Patron. Run Great Xmas Raffles Plus Club Pick the scores - Life member 1985. He would be seen at Netball, Junior and Senior Rugby Games every Saturday. Established the Club Sunday Norm - Long may it continue. One of a very, very rare kind!