Norman Robert Candelore, Sr., 82, of Elizabeth Twp, died Sunday, January 18, 2015. He was born December 12, 1932 in Industry and was the son of the late Venturino "Benny" and Loretta Monica Candelore. He was a member of St. Michael Roman Catholic Church in Elizabeth Twp. Norman was a graduate of Indiana University and received his Masters from the University of Pittsburgh. Known as Mr. C, he began his career as a School Teacher at the former Junior High School in Elizabeth. He joined Westinghouse Bettis as a Advisory Scientist in 1958 and retired after 36 years of service. Norman had many interests. He founded the Elizabeth Athletic Association and managed Little League and Pony League baseball during the 60's and 70's. He was part owner of Recap Record Co., with his brother, Tony. Together they recorded 6 records with the group, Nobleman 4. He went into business with his wife and son and opened Reflection III clothing stores and Custom Computer Services which later changed to Dot Software, Inc. In 1982 in he developed customized fundraising software for Bill Sarris, owner of Sarris Candies that is still used today, 33 years later. He worked for Sarris up until his death. He was a loving husband and father. Even though he had one son, he was Dad to so many others. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Dorothy Gelotti Candelore, son, Norman R. Candelore, Jr., and his wife, Cindy of Canonsburg, grandchildren, Norm III, Kelsi, Nicolas and Michael, brother, Dom Candelore of Bunola, sister, Lena Renckly of Elizabeth Twp, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Jesse, Lou, Guido and Tony Candelore and sisters, Edna Mink, Mary Kerston Soriano and Julia Bruni. Friends are welcome Wednesday, January 21 from 2-7:00 PM at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the St. Michael Roman Catholic Church on Thursday, January 22, at 10:00 AM with The Rev. Thomas Wagner, officiating. Condolences may be made at gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com