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A Patriot is gone...RIP Norm Liebmann [FReeper Firehat]
TheTownCrier ^ | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2011

Posted on 04/09/2012 8:18:46 PM PDT by Jim Robinson

We, on the web, knew him as "Firehat". The world knew him as Norman Liebmann, outstanding award winning comic writer. He was our friend, always there with encouragement to fight the good fight for the country he loved so much.

Following is the message from his family, who we know must miss his wit and love even more than we do. There is an empty space no one else can fill with his passing.

THE PASSING OF NORMAN –Date : 2010-12-20

THE HAT’S OFF, BUT THE FLAME IS ETERNAL ©

by the Family of Norman Liebmann

It is with great sorrow that the family of Norman Liebmann (FIREHAT) now informs all his faithful readers of Norman’s recent passing, December 20, 2010.

Although a brilliant and popular writer with over 50 years experience in the entertainment industry both in New York and California, Norman Liebmann was a very private person- with his comedic and also serious side showing through in all his writings.

For any of those, and others past and future, who might also desire the pleasurable experience of reading Norman’s humorous, prolific, insightful and prophetic email writings, it is the family’s intention to keep Norman’s site and articles (all 595 of them) available, as they are timeless reading.

*** In an interview not too long ago, Norman was asked: “What about the future? Where are you going?” Norman replied: “There are many wonderful places still left for me to go. How “wonderful” they will be may depend on whether or not I have been invited.”

We feel – and many of his readers have expressed the same opinion – it can only be UP!

***

Norman Liebmann was a writer for many celebrities, most notably Jerry Lewis, Dean Martin, Bob Newhart, and Johnny Carson. The name Firehat came from a friend, a graphics artist, who quipped that Norman was on fire with his quick wit and never ending stream of quips, jabs and jokes. He created the image with the bowler top-hat and eternal flame that became Norman’s moniker... Firehat!


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KEYWORDS: firehat; normliebmann; obituary; prayer; rip
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To: Jim Robinson
I *highly* recommend to all Freepers that you look up some of Norm's writings. I know that I've taken huge inspiration from him over the years, and sometimes work to model his amazing writing style.

We lost a giant when we lost Norm (aka "Firehat").

21 posted on 04/09/2012 9:10:37 PM PDT by The Duke
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To: Jim Robinson

Thanks, Jim. It’s too bad we did not know of his passing for over a year.

I hope he will be have a tribute on the Free Republic Memorial Wall.


22 posted on 04/09/2012 9:18:33 PM PDT by exit82 (Democrats are the enemies of freedom. Be Andrew Breitbart.)
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Prayers for family and friends. Sounds like a life well lived!


23 posted on 04/09/2012 9:20:33 PM PDT by daisy mae for the usa
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To: Jim Robinson

Norm’s comic relief was a welcome respite in the heat of the early days here. He always answered my comments and inquiries promptly, and was always thoughful and courteous. I will remember him as a good, good man, who always managed to help us not to take events, or each other, too seriously.
God Bless You, Norm.


24 posted on 04/09/2012 9:22:45 PM PDT by weeder
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To: Jim Robinson

Norm’s comic relief was a welcome respite in the heat of the early days here. He always answered my comments and inquiries promptly, and was always thoughful and courteous. I will remember him as a good, good man, who always managed to help us not to take events, or each other, too seriously.
God Bless You, Norm.


25 posted on 04/09/2012 9:25:50 PM PDT by weeder
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To: Jim Robinson

One of my favorites. We used to communicate through email, and he was about as funny as anybody I’ve ever known. He will be missed.


26 posted on 04/09/2012 9:31:22 PM PDT by JustaDumbBlonde (Don't wish doom on your enemies ... plan it.)
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To: Jim Robinson

Oh, no! I loved that guy and his sense of humor. He had an amazing wit. Condolences to his family and friends. Very sad to hear this.


27 posted on 04/09/2012 10:00:17 PM PDT by LibWhacker
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To: Jim Robinson; Texas Termite; .30Carbine; 68 grunt; 8mmMauser; admiralsn; Aggie Mama; al_c; ...

Oh Jim....

Logan’s and trussell’s prayer warriors....please pray for FR Firehat’s family and friends.

If any of his family is reading this, please accept our condolences.


28 posted on 04/09/2012 10:09:03 PM PDT by Brad’s Gramma (PRAY for this country like your life depends on it......because it DOES!)
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To: Jim Robinson

R.I.P. Norm... I remember the VERY old days of you here at Jim Robinson’s FREE REPUBLIC.... We could read every post and comment in about 15 minutes.. you were a big part of the success.


29 posted on 04/09/2012 10:12:30 PM PDT by Bob Eimiller
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To: Jim Robinson; firehat

Rest in Peace, old FRiend! And THANK you for you insight, wit and wisdom over the years. SALUTE!!


30 posted on 04/09/2012 10:15:09 PM PDT by Neil E. Wright (An OATH is FOREVER OathKeeper III We are EVERYWHERE)
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To: Neil E. Wright

WE will miss you, brother Freeper!


31 posted on 04/09/2012 10:22:48 PM PDT by CT (Make Mine Newt)
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To: Jim Robinson

Naw .... Damnit ....

Prayers for his family.


32 posted on 04/09/2012 11:07:01 PM PDT by Vendome (Don't take life so seriously, you won't live through it anyway)
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To: Jim Robinson
Here's one I did for Norm when he couldn't log-on once-upon-a-time: http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1289199/posts ........................ FRegards
33 posted on 04/09/2012 11:27:27 PM PDT by gonzo ( Buy more ammo, dammit! You should already have the firearms ... FRegards)
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To: Jim Robinson

It should be noted that he helped develop The Munsters and co-wrote the pilot (and other episodes, I believe).


34 posted on 04/09/2012 11:33:42 PM PDT by Rastus
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To: Jim Robinson; firehat

RIP Firehat


35 posted on 04/09/2012 11:34:07 PM PDT by Liberty Valance (Keep a simple manner for a happy life :o)
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To: Jim Robinson
Following one of Firehat's posts is what led me here way back when.

R.I.P. Firehat.

36 posted on 04/10/2012 12:22:14 AM PDT by metesky (Brethren, leave us go amongst them! - Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton - Ward Bond, The Searchers)
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To: Jim Robinson
Following one of Firehat's posts is what led me here way back when.

R.I.P. Firehat.

37 posted on 04/10/2012 12:22:14 AM PDT by metesky (Brethren, leave us go amongst them! - Rev. Capt. Samuel Johnston Clayton - Ward Bond, The Searchers)
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To: Jim Robinson

I had no idea, Jim. I had wondered where Firehat had gone to; hadn’t seen anything from him in quite a while. I’m shocked to learn why.

Please pass on our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

He is missed. The guy was awesome.


38 posted on 04/10/2012 12:24:23 AM PDT by RightOnline (I am Andrew Breitbart!)
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To: Jim Robinson
Some of Norms credits: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0509406/

http://images.mitrasites.com/norm-liebmann.html

I'll try to find his web site tomorrow - it's gone from its' old home: FIREHAT@adelphia.net ..................................... FRegards

39 posted on 04/10/2012 12:26:32 AM PDT by gonzo ( Buy more ammo, dammit! You should already have the firearms ... FRegards)
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To: Jim Robinson; Nachum; All
Some of Norms credits: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0509406/

http://images.mitrasites.com/norm-liebmann.html

I'll try to find his web site tomorrow - it's gone from its' old home: FIREHAT@adelphia.net ..................................... FRegards

40 posted on 04/10/2012 12:27:34 AM PDT by gonzo ( Buy more ammo, dammit! You should already have the firearms ... FRegards)
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